Landkreis Göttingen

Der Landkreis Göttingen, the southernmost district of Lower Saxony, is a dynamic business location with a unique combination of science, research and innovation. With approximately 330,000 inhabitants and an area of 1,755 km², it offers excellent infrastructure, including excellent connections to supra-regional transport networks and a diverse range of educational opportunities.

• Wirtschaftsförderung: The district supports companies through the WRGN Wirtschaftsförderung Region Göttingen Northeim GmbH, which focuses on promoting growth cores such as Life Sciences, mobility and information and communication technology.
• Handwerk und Tradition: A long tradition of craftsmanship characterizes the district, with many efficient companies in various regions.
• Bildung und Forschung: Göttingen is a center of science with the Universität Göttingen, universities of applied sciences and renowned research institutions such as the Max-Planck-Institutes and the DLR.

The main mission of the district is to create an attractive environment for companies and residents, characterized by innovation, cooperation and a high quality of life. Values such as cooperation, sustainability and regional identity are in the foreground.

The Landkreis Göttingen is committed to sustainable development that encompasses both ecological, economic and social aspects. This includes initiatives to promote renewable energies, protect natural resources and support local businesses to ensure balanced regional development.

Recently, the Landkreis Göttingen has taken an active role in regional economic development by supporting companies through surveys and strategic planning. These efforts aim to increase location satisfaction and strengthen the regional economy.