- Daiki Saito
When my company decided to send me to Essen, I took a quick look at the local community and said: Please do!
Our Friendly Community of Expats in Heidelberg Welcomes You!
Hallo und willkommen to InterNations Heidelberg! Our thriving community of expats here in Heidelberg is part of our global network designed to make life easier for expats. We can help you with useful information found in our guides, for example on the necessary paperwork to finding accommodation, and make it easy to connect with fellow expats. Our friendly expats are available to offer advice on any questions on leading your dream life in this German city, renowned for its scenic location on the banks of the River Neckar.
With InterNations, you never stand alone. Whether you are moving to another country or going on a business trip somewhere — our communities around the world are there to make you feel at home wherever you are. Feel free to also check out our other vibrant InterNations Communities like the ones in Singapore or Paris.
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Learn More about Heidelberg and What It Offers for Expats
This vibrant, friendly university city is home to around 150,000 people, with the creative industries, researchers and academics prevalent in the local community. Education starts at an early age in Heidelberg, which offers some of the best childcare provision in Germany. Its diverse attractions include Heidelberg Castle and gardens, many historic buildings, and fountains and scenic parks. Enjoy a pleasurable shopping experience, taking in the one-mile long, pedestrianized main street in the Old City, from Bismarckplatz to Marktplatz, containing branded stores, local wares, restaurants and street cafes. Local activities range from mediation and yoga to hiking and outdoor adventure!
InterNations is the largest global network for expatriates, with communities in 420 cities around the world. Meet fellow global minds in your city of residence or get to know local expatriates before you're moving or traveling abroad and never feel like a stranger. InterNations makes it easy for you to stay in touch with your expat friends, both online and offline, so you can grow your network of friends and contacts from all over the world. Whether they live in Berlin or Singapore, InterNations allows you to be close to them even if they are miles away.
Build Your Expat Network in Heidelberg with InterNations!
Here at InterNations, we pride ourselves on offering members the chance to link up with fellow expats in a safe and secure environment, where everyone observes our code of friendly communication, mutual respect, trust, and polite behavior. We also facilitate face-to-face gatherings with other expats, based on your own hobbies and interests. Whether you fancy joining the Heidelberg English Speaking Board Gaming Group, the Rhein Neckar Hiking and Outdoor Adventure Group, or setting up a group of your own, it's easy to get connected with InterNations. In addition, regular official events give you the chance to get to know the members of our Heidelberg Community in a casual and fun setting.
- Daiki Saito
When my company decided to send me to Essen, I took a quick look at the local community and said: Please do!
- Cristina Fernandez
On InterNations I did not only meet interesting people but I also found a flat near Bochum and settled in quickly. A great platform.
