Welcome to the Impulse Region

Erfurt, Weimar, Jena and Weimarer Land – our location in the centre of Germany is called the Impulse Region and with good reason. Creativity, innovation, cutting-edge technology and world-class research set the pace in the region and make an impact beyond its borders. The strength of the Impulse Region lies in the perfect unity of the concept and implementation. Here is where good ideas meet great opportunities.

The individual characters of the three cities and the district form a unique composition of economic growth, pioneering research, cultural richness and a high quality of life. Attractive living and working conditions as well as the rich culture and leisure on offer make the region a popular investment location.
The economic structure in the Impulse Region is diverse. New and innovative industries are constantly establishing themselves alongside traditional industries, such as mechanical engineering and metal processing. Microtechnology and health technology are among those benefiting from the excellent conditions our location offers.

  • Knowledge-based economy

    Creative potential

    More than 37,000 young people in total study at our universities and universities of applied sciences, benefiting from international research collaborations, bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes. They are educated as skilled personnel in one of the most attractive economic regions in Europe. Leading the way in engineering and cutting-edge technologies, but also in classically creative industries such as architecture, software, media, internet and design – creativity is one of our strengths. Combining business and science is the top priority in the Impulse Region.


  • Pace-setter for the region

    Logistical advantages

    Everything comes together at the heart of Thuringia – planning, research and management take place in the Impulse Region. The Impulse Region’s central location – in the middle of Germany and Europe – ensures short distances to major German cities. Companies operating globally benefit from the logistical advantages and work for the Asian and North American markets from here. Thuringia’s funding programmes support all development stages of new products and technologies.


Innovative technologies

In the Impulse Region, companies benefit from excellent funding conditions, support from experienced business developers and a direct line to decision-makers. Future engineers, doctors, scientists and artists are the creative future potential for the sustainable development of our business enterprises. The centre of Thuringia has grown into one of the most important research and technology regions in Europe. Investors appreciate our strengths. Innovative technology and growth sectors such as optical technologies, medical technology, software and e-commerce, green technology, biotechnology and nanotechnology are specifically promoted in the Impulse Region. Research institutions and companies develop the technologies of the future hand in hand.

Outstanding education

Young families, apprentices, students and skilled personnel from Germany and abroad will find excellent conditions in the Impulse Region. Our students and schools always rank among the leaders in performance comparisons.
The Impulse Region is growing – in terms of economic output but also in population. Cultural diversity, attractive leisure activities and first-class schools and educational institutions create an ideal environment for families, for children to get a good start in life, and for young people in education. Our schools enjoy an excellent reputation. At the Thuringia International School (ThIS), foreign and German children learn together and achieve internationally recognised qualifications.
World-famous poets, musicians and philosophers chose our region as their home. In one of the oldest cultural landscapes, UNESCO World Heritage sites and centuries-old architecture bear witness to European cultural history. This spirit lives on today in our theatres, opera houses and at festivals.