Welcome to the heart of Baden-Württemberg! Not only does Böblingen lie at the geographical center of the federal state but is also in the thick of things in many other respects. Embedded in a strong region, an outstanding natural landscape, and where the action is. The city’s 50,000 residents appreciate its central location and diversity. What makes it unique is its blend of urban flair and countryside setting. The many shops, restaurants, and cafés are perfect ports of call on a stroll around town. The municipal park and the lakes are close at hand – ideal places to relax and unwind. Whatever your interests, whether it’s aviation history and the fascination of the motor vehicle, art and culture or a chance to relax in the great outdoors, the city has the answer. In Böblingen, you’ll find the past and the future are never far apart. The city and its surroundings were the backdrop to some remarkable events. Traces of these can still be seen and experienced in today’s cityscape. Throughout the year a range of locations play host to a packed program of exhibitions, concerts, theater, trade shows and other festivities of varying sizes. Events such as the three-day city festival, the “Schlemmen am See” gastronomic festival, or the “Sommer am See” cultural program are a terrific opportunity to get together and experience Böblingen with all your senses. Whatever your age, Böblingen is the perfect place to live. A huge range of activities and first-class infrastructure cater to every wish. It’s impossible not to feel right at home!