EXPO REAL (opens in a new tab) brings together the key players who shape the development of real estate and locations. Wiesbaden is using this opportunity to engage in direct dialogue with investors, project developers, and partners from the political and administrative spheres. The focus is on the prospects for Wiesbaden and the region.

The GEKO 2040 (opens in a new tab) commercial land development concept, adopted in 2025, illustrates the extent of the demand for commercial space: it estimates a land requirement of 230 to 272 hectares by the year 2040. Demand for residential space is similarly high: The SEG (opens in a new tab)’s Ostfeld (opens in a new tab) project is creating an entirely new neighborhood, while in Dotzheim, GWW (opens in a new tab) is building 168 company-owned apartments for employees of the Horst-Schmidt-Kliniken through the “HSK Wohnen” (opens in a new tab) project—an example of how closely living and working are integrated in Wiesbaden.

A good location requires more than just space and demand. For investors, it’s also important to know whether companies can find the skilled workers they need here to support their growth. Short commutes, a diverse cultural scene, plenty of green spaces, and a high quality of life make Wiesbaden a place where work and life blend seamlessly. As part of the partner network (opens in a new tab) behind the campaign “From this perspective … Wiesbaden is pretty wow,partner network (opens in a new tab) behind the campaign “From this perspective … Wiesbaden is pretty wow,” (opens in a new tab)” (opens in a new tab) Wiesbaden is highlighting these soft location factors.