Stuttgart is the capital of Baden-Württemberg, Germany’s biggest exporting state in the South West of the country. It is a city of stately elegance with its many castles, and at the same time an economic hub, home to many world-renowned companies such as Daimler, Porsche or Bosch. Stuttgart, which sits in a valley through which the river Neckar runs through, is beautifully surrounded by vine-clad hills (there are vineyards in the heart of the city!), there are many parks and green areas, making Stuttgart one of the greenest cities in Germany. The Swabian Alps and the Black Forest are only an hour away. There´s also a great cultural scene with a world-famous opera house, two musical theaters, many cinemas, clubs, bars and restaurants. Mineral baths for relaxation are scattered around town - in short: the city is all about a high quality of life. Stuttgart is a modern, urban and cosmopolitan city, with that certain something and a great place to live. It is multicultural with a total population of just over 600,000 of which 150,000 are foreigners, coming from over 170 nations.

Tübingen is a charming medieval town located on a hill overlooking the river Neckar in southern Germany. This medieval town is full of half-timbered houses from the 15th century, pedestrian streets, and market squares with many restaurants, cafes, and shops. The Swabian university town of 88,000 inhabitants of which about 27,000 are students combines the flair of a lovingly restored town with the colorful bustle and typical atmosphere of a young and cosmopolitan students‘ town, perfect for singles and families alike, with a lively arts and entertainment scene. The town is surrounded by fields and forests with endless walking, biking, horse riding, and mountain biking trails. Tübingen lies at the center of Europe, between the vibrant city of Stuttgart and the expansive nature of the Swabian Alb. Science, culture, history, and nature combine to make Tübingen a delightful place to live or visit.