INVESTING WHERE THE FUTURE IS MADE

MÜNSTERLAND - YOUR GATEWAY TO GREEN GROWTH AND INNOVATION

Welcome to a region where business, science and quality of life form a strong alliance. The Münsterland impresses with drive, substance and vision - ideal for all those who want to invest sustainably and take off in Europe.

Whether battery technology, the circular economy, renewable energies, smart finance, agribusiness, healthcare or smart production systems: The solutions of tomorrow are being created here. And not just anywhere, but centrally located in Europe, right on the border with the Netherlands - with excellent connections, a high skilled workforce and a real quality of life.

75,000 students, strong networks, innovative companies and future-proof areas - the Münsterland offers international investors more than just prospects: it offers growth with a future.

Münsterland is more than just a location - it is a promise.

For sustainable business success. For smart innovation. For investments with substance.

SIX LOCATION ADVANTAGES THAT MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

Investing today means thinking about tomorrow. And if you want to be successful tomorrow, invest in Münsterland. This is where economic strength, future technologies and an excellent research environment meet an exceptionally high quality of life - in the heart of Europe.

The Münsterland impresses with its diversity, dynamism and reliability. Whether innovative strength, infrastructure, green energy or bright minds - this region has everything you need for entrepreneurial growth. And even more: space to take off, partners at eye level and a welcoming culture that welcomes new ideas with open arms.

Six good reasons why an investment in Münsterland is worthwhile. Discover them now and be that decisive step ahead.

MÜNSTERLAND MIX

The Münsterland Mix means reliable partners, strong research and international connections - a combination that offers investors stability today and growth tomorrow.

GATEWAY TO MÜNSTERLAND

Excellent connectivity: airport, seaport access, highways and rail links ensure optimal reach – regionally, nationally and internationally.

GREEN MÜNSTERLAND

Münsterland is NRW’s green powerhouse – generating reliable renewable energy from wind, solar, and biomass, and taking a leading role in future hydrogen and electricity networks.

INNOVATION

Connected innovation with a global outlook: In Münsterland, strong networks, research and practice collaborate across borders and key sectors.

TALENT HUB

In Münsterland, companies meet skilled talent – supported by universities, training programs and applied research.

THE GOOD LIFE.

Münsterland can be anything: your workplace, your home. A region with a strong economy, high quality of life and a wide range of leisure activities.

GEOGRAPHY: CENTRAL. NETWORKED. DIVERSE.

MÜNSTERLAND - ONE REGIONAL CENTER AND FOUR STRONGLY CONNECTED DISTRICTS

In Münsterland, economic strength meets regional diversity: the City of Münster acts as an innovative regional center with international appeal - surrounded by the four efficient districts of Borken, Coesfeld, Steinfurt and Warendorf. Together they form a closely networked growth region with 65 towns and municipalities - attractive, dynamic and excellently developed.

Whether urban hub or charming small town - the Münsterland scores with a balanced relationship between town and country, economic performance and high quality of life. Despite its size as the third largest region in North Rhine-Westphalia, the region remains manageable: with an average of 273 inhabitants per square kilometer, Münsterland offers space for people, companies and ideas - a real locational advantage.

Urban and rural

Münsterland can do both

Which are the largest cities in Münsterland?

The largest cities in the region include

Münster (approx. 323,000 inhabitants),
Rheine (approx. 78,000 inhabitants),
Bocholt (approx. 73,000 inhabitants),
Ahlen (approx. 53,000 inhabitants) and Gronau (approx. 50,000 inhabitants).
Gronau (approx. 50,000 inhabitants).

A FUTURE REGION WITH CHARACTER

The university city of Münster is a driver of science, innovation and cultural diversity.

Excellent universities, internationally networked research institutions and a lively start-up scene characterize the city's dynamic profile. Scientific excellence, a high quality of life and creative diversity come together here.

Just a few kilometers away, the Münsterland region unfolds in all its strength:

Charming towns and villages, historic town centers, modern infrastructure and an efficient economic structure. Embedded in a charming park landscape, the region offers an attractive environment for living, working and investing.

The Münsterland stands for more than just scenic beauty - it is a region with a future. For international companies, it offers excellent specialists, strong networks and the best conditions for long-term growth.