Spandau
General information and locational advantages
Spandau, the westernmost district of Berlin, covers an area of 9,188 hectares. With a population of over 257,000, it is roughly comparable to large cities such as Chemnitz or Aachen.
The economic structure in Spandau is diverse. In addition to global companies such as Siemens and BMW-Motorrad, many innovative SMEs and craft businesses have also settled here. The district also attracts young, creative companies.
An exciting change can be observed in some commercial areas: From traditional industrial areas to contemporary, innovative locations. One example of this is the Siemens site on which the sustainable new urban district “Siemensstadt Square” is being built. There is space for business, research, learning and living there.
Spandau is not only impressive economically, but also scenically. As one of Berlin’s districts with the most water and forests, it offers a wide range of living and recreational opportunities. Whether by the water or in the countryside – Spandau has something to offer everyone.
Location advantages
- Excellent location at the hub of various transport systems (long-distance railway station to the north and west of Germany; A100 + B5/A10 motorways; Havel and Spree federal waterways).
- Short and direct connection to Messe Berlin (S-Bahn)
- Good connections to Berlin city center and to the western Brandenburg area
- Establishing and maintaining companies has political priority
Attractive environment
- Altstadt Spandau: the largest contiguous pedestrian zone in Berlin
- Spandau Citadel: Renaissance fortress and site of the famous open-air Citadel Music festival
- Many varied leisure opportunities
- Bicycle and water tourism
Economic development in Spandau
The economic development department sees itself as an interface between business and administration. The team advises and supports startups, established companies and commercially interested investors. From the development of a business idea to the establishment of a company, as well as in all official matters affecting your business, the economic development department is there for you.
Your contact at the local authority in Spandau
Ricky Jahn
Head of Economic Development (acting)
+49 30 90279-2272
ricky.jahn(at)ba-spandau.berlin.de
www.berlin.de/ba-spandau
Your contact at Berlin Partner for Business and Technology
Michaela Illmer
Project Manager Spandau
+49 30 46302-373
Michaela.Illmer(at)berlin-partner.de
