Darmstadt-Dieburg is North East Derbyshire's twin district in Germany.
A twinning union was made between the districts of North East Derbyshire and Darmstadt-Dieburg in 1963, in order to promote international links, foster friendship, encourage economic activity and develop understanding between different cultures.
Over the years, the regions have worked together developing friendships, contacts and numerous exchange visits have been held with families in each district playing host to their visitors.
About the district of Darmstadt-Dieburg
Darmstadt-Dieburg, much like North East Derbyshire, is a semi-rural district surrounding an urban centre. With about 290,000 inhabitants in 23 communities, the district represents a significant proportion of the metropolitan Frankfurt Rhine-Main-Neckar region.
The district enjoys the advantages of both urban and rural life through the combination of a countryside location and close proximity to Darmstadt, the City of Science.
The economy of Darmstadt-Dieburg
The district offers great potential for development, providing an attractive location for industry and commerce.
Numerous international companies and medium sized business combine to create an economic culture of dynamic trade and good old traditions.
The outstanding transport infrastructure of the district is provided by key motorways, nearby Frankfurt Airport and the ICE main-line train stations in Frankfurt, Darmstadt, Hanau and Aschaffenburg all within easy reach.
Life in Darmstadt-Dieburg
More than 80 modern schools, an international school, continuing education, vocational schools, universities, colleges and technical colleges of higher education in the close vicinity constitute the basis for an excellent educational infrastructure.
The opportunities of a diverse cultural life, varied leisure activities in the Bergstraße-Odenwald national park provide for a highly sophisticated quality of life and establish the site’s appeal as a region for the future.
Want to know more?
You can find out more about the district of Darmstadt-Dieburg from the local authority website Landkreis Darmstadt-Dieburg or see more on Wikipedia.
You can even see what the weather is doing in Darmstadt-Dieburg!
To find out more about the twinning links between North East Derbyshire and Darmstadt Dieburg, or to find out about up and coming events please contact the Members' Secretary, details below.
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