The capital of the Baden-Württemberg state is Stuttgart, and it is located in southern Germany. Stuttgart is ranked sixth as size in Germany and the Stuttgart Metropolitan Region is ranked fourth as size after the Rhine-Ruhr area, Berlin/Brandenburg and Frankfurt/Rhine-Main regions.
The city is at the centre of a highly dense populated area and it is encircled by smaller towns. The area is called Stuttgart Region and it reaches to a population of 2.7 million inhabitants. The urban area of Stuttgart can reach a 1.8 million of inhabitants there classifying as the seventh largest in Germany.
It is unusual for a German city to be like Stuttgart, which is spread across several hills, vineyard, parks and valleys. This always surprises visitors as Stuttgart is known as the “cradle of automobile” and its industrial reputation. Stuttgart is also a centre of authority in regards with the state legislature, the local council and the regional parliament. Stuttgart is also the home of the Protestant State Church in Württemberg and in addition it is one of the two co-seats of the bishop of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Rottenburg – Stuttgart.
The city has ranked thirtieth in 2010 in liveability rankings in the world and seventh in Germany. Stuttgart is well known for its economic and social innovations and was ranked 11th globally because of that and second in Germany, after Hamburg. In Europe the ranked is at seven in 2009 from a number of 256 cities in total.
Stuttgart is a highly sought after tourist attraction and its slogan is “Stuttgart offers more”. In 2008 Stuttgart revealed a new slogan based on the plan to improve transport links to the international infrastructure where it describes itself as the new heart of Europe. Regarding business ventures, Stuttgart best description offered was “Where business meets the future” and it is now targeted at foreign investors as “The creative power of Germany”.
By being nicknamed the Schwabenmetropole, Stuttgart makes a reference to the Swabian dialect spoken by native dwellers in the centre of Swabia where the city is now located. Because of heavy emigration due to economic reasons, a lot of newly born residents are of immigrant background.
When in Stuttgart, beside the economic and industrial facade it exposes, there is also the cultural side of the city.
The crossover point between the Shopping area of the city, Stuttgart two central castles, the Schlossgarten Park and residential areas and major museums in the south-west is the largest square in Stuttgart named Schlossplatz. The shopping street named Königstraße is considered to be the longest pedestrianized street in Germany.
After the World War II, the damage that occurred on Stuttgart has been repaired and many historic buildings were reconstructed. Stuttgart has some amazing pieces of modern post-war architecture such as the Collegiate Church named Stiftskirche which has a Late Gothic Style on the exterior mixed with a bit of Romanesque style and on the interior it has a combination of various styles including the Romanesque, Gothic and Modern styles. After the war it was reconstructed with a simplified interior.
There is also the Old Castle named Altes Schloss with parts that date back to 1320 and which adopts a Renaissance style; and the New Castle named Neues Schloss which was a mixture of Baroque/Classicism style and that was later reconstructed with modern interior.
In Stuttgart’s suburbs and beyond there are various castles that have significant importance, which are reminders of the city’s loyal past. Some of these are the Ludwigsburg Palace, the Castle Solitude, Castle Rosenstein and the Castle Hohenheim. If you have time on your hands it well worth in visiting these since they embrace different styles such as mixtures of Baroque with Rococo (Ludwigsburg Palace) or simply just Classical or Baroque Styles.
Other important building or institution you may find there are the Württemberg Mausoleum which shelters the remains of King William I of Württemberg and Catherine Pavlovna of Russia. Also pass by the Wilhelma zoo and Botanical Gardens. The International style displayed by the Weissenhof Estate is worthy of a drive till there as it provides a sight to remember.
Stuttgart is also quite renowned for its vast cultural heritage such as its State Gallery and State Theatre and the city is even home to one of Germany’s most famous symphony orchestras named Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra mainly performs in the Liederhalle concert hall and has developed a distinctive sound known as the Stuttgart Sound.
The city also has not one, but two musical theatres in broadway-style, namely the Palladium and Apollo Theatre.
Stuttgart has a sport arena as well named Schleyerhalle which is regularly used to stage music concerts with major international stars.
There are several regular events that take place in Stuttgart and one of the most well-known one is the annual Volkfest and the Spring Festival. There is also the Spring Festival, The Lantern Festival and the Wine Village. These are just a few of the regular festivities held in Stuttgart.
Whether you want to admire the wonderful architecture, the green scenery everyday, play and have fun during festivals or you’re one of the hundreds of business associates that want to start a new life in Stuttgart, moving to Stuttgart is the best you can do for yourself and your family.
Europe Remove is specialised in Removals to Germany with door to door deliveries. We offer Storage and Removal Services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
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Make Your Move to Germany as Painless as Possible
Moving to Germany from the UK can be extremely nerve wracking, but it’s also hugely exciting. If you’ve decided to make the move, then you’ll have a lot of planning to do. Spending time preparing yourself before you make your move will help everything run as smoothly as possible.
• Let as many people as possible know that you are relocating to Germany. Friends and family will be happy to do anything they can to help you with your move, and one of them may even know someone in the area you’re moving too who can help you settle in.
• Arrange your removals to Germany as soon as you possibly can. This will help you to plan how much you can take and what you may not be able to. By planning in advance, you will have the time to cope with any problems that may arise.
• Do as much research as you can about your new home. Aim to find out what you will need to do before you move to Germany, and what will need to be done after you arrive.
• Learn as much German as you can before you move. Even if you’re unable to learn much, try to memorise some key words and phrases that will aid you in your move.
• Keep a permanent address and bank account in the UK. This will make things much easier for you when you come for visits, or if you decide to move back.
Moving To France Without The Stress
France remains one of the most popular destinations for disillusioned Brits who are looking for a better life for themselves and their families and believe that it lies just across the water.
Certainly, the warmer climate, varied landscape and rich culture go a long way to endear it to those currently living in the UK who are tired of long winters and the pub culture.
Many books, films and television shows encourage this trend with successful and unsuccessful stories of people who have dramatically changed their lives by emigrating – and even the negative stories have little effect on the morale of people who have set their hearts on moving to France.
Before you pull your kids out of school, sell your house and tell your boss what you really think of him, ensure that you are making the right decision by asking yourself – and your partner – some difficult questions. Of course it is true that you can always come back, but the financial and emotional cost of emigrating is large and therefore it isn’t something that should be taken lightly.
Deciding where you want to live, what sort of property you want to live in and what you can afford is probably the most important decision. Presumably you will have visited the part of France that you intend to move to – hopefully you aren’t considering moving to France without having been there! -and you have an idea about what properties are available. Ensure that the estate agents you are dealing with are registered, and that you are prepared for the rather more lengthy process that buying a property is in France, as compared to the UK.
When moving to France it is likely you will want to move most of your worldly possessions with you. Contact a reliable and experienced removals company such as European Removal Experts for help getting everything you love to your new home. They are fully insured and will help you with all aspects of moving to France.
Moving to Stuttgart
The capital of the Baden-Württemberg state is Stuttgart, and it is located in southern Germany. Stuttgart is ranked sixth as size in Germany and the Stuttgart Metropolitan Region is ranked fourth as size after the Rhine-Ruhr area, Berlin/Brandenburg and Frankfurt/Rhine-Main regions.
The city is at the centre of a highly dense populated area and it is encircled by smaller towns. The area is called Stuttgart Region and it reaches to a population of 2.7 million inhabitants. The urban area of Stuttgart can reach a 1.8 million of inhabitants there classifying as the seventh largest in Germany.
It is unusual for a German city to be like Stuttgart, which is spread across several hills, vineyard, parks and valleys. This always surprises visitors as Stuttgart is known as the “cradle of automobile” and its industrial reputation. Stuttgart is also a centre of authority in regards with the state legislature, the local council and the regional parliament. Stuttgart is also the home of the Protestant State Church in Württemberg and in addition it is one of the two co-seats of the bishop of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Rottenburg – Stuttgart.
The city has ranked thirtieth in 2010 in liveability rankings in the world and seventh in Germany. Stuttgart is well known for its economic and social innovations and was ranked 11th globally because of that and second in Germany, after Hamburg. In Europe the ranked is at seven in 2009 from a number of 256 cities in total.
Stuttgart is a highly sought after tourist attraction and its slogan is “Stuttgart offers more”. In 2008 Stuttgart revealed a new slogan based on the plan to improve transport links to the international infrastructure where it describes itself as the new heart of Europe. Regarding business ventures, Stuttgart best description offered was “Where business meets the future” and it is now targeted at foreign investors as “The creative power of Germany”.
By being nicknamed the Schwabenmetropole, Stuttgart makes a reference to the Swabian dialect spoken by native dwellers in the centre of Swabia where the city is now located. Because of heavy emigration due to economic reasons, a lot of newly born residents are of immigrant background.
When in Stuttgart, beside the economic and industrial facade it exposes, there is also the cultural side of the city.
The crossover point between the Shopping area of the city, Stuttgart two central castles, the Schlossgarten Park and residential areas and major museums in the south-west is the largest square in Stuttgart named Schlossplatz. The shopping street named Königstraße is considered to be the longest pedestrianized street in Germany.
After the World War II, the damage that occurred on Stuttgart has been repaired and many historic buildings were reconstructed. Stuttgart has some amazing pieces of modern post-war architecture such as the Collegiate Church named Stiftskirche which has a Late Gothic Style on the exterior mixed with a bit of Romanesque style and on the interior it has a combination of various styles including the Romanesque, Gothic and Modern styles. After the war it was reconstructed with a simplified interior.
There is also the Old Castle named Altes Schloss with parts that date back to 1320 and which adopts a Renaissance style; and the New Castle named Neues Schloss which was a mixture of Baroque/Classicism style and that was later reconstructed with modern interior.
In Stuttgart’s suburbs and beyond there are various castles that have significant importance, which are reminders of the city’s loyal past. Some of these are the Ludwigsburg Palace, the Castle Solitude, Castle Rosenstein and the Castle Hohenheim. If you have time on your hands it well worth in visiting these since they embrace different styles such as mixtures of Baroque with Rococo (Ludwigsburg Palace) or simply just Classical or Baroque Styles.
Other important building or institution you may find there are the Württemberg Mausoleum which shelters the remains of King William I of Württemberg and Catherine Pavlovna of Russia. Also pass by the Wilhelma zoo and Botanical Gardens. The International style displayed by the Weissenhof Estate is worthy of a drive till there as it provides a sight to remember.
Stuttgart is also quite renowned for its vast cultural heritage such as its State Gallery and State Theatre and the city is even home to one of Germany’s most famous symphony orchestras named Stuttgart Radio Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra mainly performs in the Liederhalle concert hall and has developed a distinctive sound known as the Stuttgart Sound.
The city also has not one, but two musical theatres in broadway-style, namely the Palladium and Apollo Theatre.
Stuttgart has a sport arena as well named Schleyerhalle which is regularly used to stage music concerts with major international stars.
There are several regular events that take place in Stuttgart and one of the most well-known one is the annual Volkfest and the Spring Festival. There is also the Spring Festival, The Lantern Festival and the Wine Village. These are just a few of the regular festivities held in Stuttgart.
Whether you want to admire the wonderful architecture, the green scenery everyday, play and have fun during festivals or you’re one of the hundreds of business associates that want to start a new life in Stuttgart, moving to Stuttgart is the best you can do for yourself and your family.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Photographer: Bear62
Stunning Switzerland
Anyone who loves to see nature at its absolute wildest and most beautiful has probably already considered moving to Switzerland. If you are emigrating and you’ve not considered moving to Switzerland, here are a few reasons why Switzerland could be an idyllic home.
For anyone with a sporting interest, moving to Switzerland could introduce you to some fabulous environments perfect for all kinds of sport. Winter sports, in particular, are ideally suited to the Swiss Alps, which is home to a wide variety of ski resorts that are not only some of the best in Europe – but some of the best in the world.
Switzerland doesn’t just excel when it comes to winter sports, however, and such is the diversity of the Swiss landscape that as well as the stunning alps there are also majestic lakes and stunning woodlands; always picturesque and full of life whatever the season. Relocating to Switzerland guarantees luxury just outside of your window.
Of course, Switzerland’s beauty isn’t just an untamed wilderness. By moving to Switzerland you will be moving to one of Europe’s most cultured countries, enjoying a unique diversity of languages, such as French, Italian, Swiss German and Romansch – truly a place were the culturally minded can be in their element.
At European Removal Experts we recognise that whilst your destination might be idyllic, often the moving process isn’t. That is why if you’re moving to Switzerland, you can be sure of a service that is at once quick and affordable. No matter what your needs or your location, we are honoured to be delivering you to your new home.
Things You Should Know Before Moving to France
France is one of the world’s most beautiful countries, with stunning scenery, thriving cities and friendly village communities. If you’ve made the decision to make the move to France then you’re at the beginning of an exciting journey. But, even though it’s extremely exciting, moving to a foreign country takes a lot of preparation. Here’s what you should know before moving to France.
• Before moving to France, you should spend some time in the area you wish to live in. Take some time to explore the local area, look into local amenities, and investigate the public transport routes. This will make settling in much easier when you do move.
• Relocating to France requires a lot of paperwork, and you will need to show a lot of official documents. These may include your birth certificate, passport, drivers licence, bank details and payroll slips. The more documents you have, the smoother your move will be.
• Plan to have your possessions moved to France as early as possible. Choose a company that has a lot of experience in performing furniture removals to France and who are up to date on the laws and regulations to do with moving furniture internationally.
• When you move to France, every item you take with you has to go through customs and be declared. You will need an inventory of all your possessions in both French and English, a document verifying that your items are for personal use and receipts for all your more expensive items.
A Few Facts about Holland
Although Holland has something of a reputation as a free and easy, Bohemian kind of place, full of liberal minded locals who like to experiment with various substances which are illicit in many countries, this is really only the case with Amsterdam. If you’ve spent any time there, you’ll know exactly what I mean, but it would be wrong to think that the rest of the country follows the lead of this particular city. If you are moving to Holland because of work commitments, the chances are you’ll have a pretty good idea of what to expect when you get there.
You may have spent time working in one of the major Dutch cities, and now you have been asked by your company to think about moving to Holland to further your career. If this is the case, you will be getting help with relocation fees and other expenses which you will incur, so make sure that you choose the best company to take care of moving your belongings and furniture when you are moving to Holland, moving to Germany or moving to any European country. European Removal Experts have many years experience in this field and have built themselves an enviable reputation for professionalism. This is what you need when you are moving to Holland. The move itself may be traumatic – particularly if you have young children – so why not make it as easy and as smooth as possible by asking the professionals to take care of the move for you?
Removals to Wuppertal
The German city of Wuppertal might be most famous for its monorail or “floating tram”, but it should be equally recognized for giving the whole world two of the most widely used products of today, namely the drug commonly known as Aspirin and the equally common household appliance known as the Kobold vacuum cleaner. In fact, the company that patented Aspirin has survived to this day, and is currently a huge pharmaceutical company, Bayer AG.
The city itself, located in North Rhine-Westphalia, cradled in the valley of the Wupper River, is no less impressive in size, counting about 350 thousand inhabitants and standing as the biggest urban settlement in the Bergisches Land. It is an incredibly green city, so rich in parks and woodlands that such green areas actually constitute approximately two-thirds of its total area. Which makes it very easy for anyone looking for a short respite from the world of concrete to reach any of the said green areas, as, from any point in the city, a park or woodland alley is only minutes away.
Surprisingly enough, though, the city also remains an important industrial unit, with companies operating in the field of metallurgy, textiles, electronics, printing equipment, and pharmaceuticals, among others. It is also home to institutes and institutions of note, such as the Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy, the University of Wuppertal, famous for being the second German university to receive a supercomputer (the ALiCEnext), and the European Institute for International Economic Relations.
The city provides both visitors and inhabitants with numerous attractions, ranging from technological wonders that are more than one hundred years old, to its 4500 buildings classified as national monuments, to famous cultural highlights such as museums and concert halls. Also worth mentioning are the municipal botanical garden and the extensive Burgholz arboretum, the city Zoo, an attractively landscaped park inhabited by over 4500 animals from all corners of the world, the XVIII century museum house dedicated to Friedrich Engels, a sculpture park, a dance theatre, as well as the Stadthalle concert hall, remarkable for both its architecture and its excellent acoustics. Last, but not least, is the suspended monorail that was set up in 1901 and still functions today, unparalleled in the whole world.
Author: JensD
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
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A Voyage of Discovery: Living Abroad
“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness.” (Mark Twain)
Making the jump from whimsical daydream to bold reality can be more than a little daunting for the best of us, especially when such actions involve travel; perhaps uprooting a young family, and moving to Germany, moving to Belgium, moving to Egypt, moving to Japan – anywhere away from home! Here are few pros and cons we picked up from previous clients moving to Belgium, Spain, and our other noted destinations.
Pros
• Excitement! When travelling, the thrill of the new is something beautiful. It can’t be replicated, can’t be found through books, and can’t completely be explained verbally.
• The UK is going nowhere. So, perhaps relocating to Germany was wrong for your family. So what? Count your blessings, pack up, head home and settle back into a life you now KNOW you want.
• Difference. As Mark Twain professed above, travel and new cultural experiences go a long way to expanding the mind, soul and that little font of knowledge within. Children’s brains particularly are truly great information sponges!
Cons
• Fitting in. Taking the first step isn’t the only hard part! It can take months – years even – for an expat to feel truly settled.
• Homesickness. Time heals all wounds? Suddenly you forget how tedious the British drizzle was – “I miss the dull weather/late trains/familiar road signs etc!”
• Loneliness. Expat communities are common throughout most of the world, however being apart from trusted supports back home can be heart-wrenching.
Local Knowledge Throughout Europe
Moving house is undoubtedly a significant challenge for anybody and yet some people appear to manage this challenge as though it is part of their daily routine and seemingly get from A to B with minimum of fuss.
It is well understood that some people are far more organised than others and will accordingly make things run more smoothly. However, one of the key differences between the successful mover and the troubled one is the moving company that they use.
Clearly, adding an extra dimension to your house move by moving to France or elsewhere in Europe does take the planning requirement to a higher level. With this added dimension, it becomes even more important to ensure that your removal company specialises in handling the nuances of a move abroad such as when moving to France or moving to Germany.
The subtleties of moving abroad surround elements such as crossing the channel and the customs clearance that this necessitates. Rather than employing a willing novice company to learn the ropes of moving to France at your expense, we at European Removal Experts are simply managing what we do best on a daily basis. Our service is not simply restricted to one way removals. In many cases our services are utilised by people and families returning from France or other European countries. A move does not always necessitate a full household removal. Services can be simply the carrying of one or a handful of valuable or bulky items right up to a full removal van.
Wherever your destination in France may be, you need to be sure that your removal company is able to plan the requirements on your behalf and will be familiar with the processes and quirks of moving to France, a little local knowledge and familiarity with customs may save a great deal of worry.
Going Dutch
If you are moving to Holland and you are intending to find a job when you get there, the first thing to say is Good Luck! As with most countries at the moment, finding work isn’t as easy as it used to be just a couple of years ago, so if you are moving to Holland, or moving to France for that matter, it’s probably best to find employment before you leave. Having said that, if you are moving to Holland and are prepared to put the work in to find a job, there are a couple of ways you can look for work.
The public employment service – or the CWI, which is the Centre for Work and Income – plays a huge role in the Dutch labour market as they help people find jobs in a similar way to the JobCentre here in the UK.
The staff at the CWI are very involved and will give as much help as you ask for when looking for a job, whether you are Dutch or moving to Holland from another country.
To get help from the CWI you need the equivalent of our national insurance number. Every Dutch citizen obtains a personal registration number, called a SOFI-nummer, at the age of fourteen. Those moving to Holland can get a SOFI-nummer at the local tax office.
The bottom line is that, when it comes to moving to Holland, you will find the same problems – and solutions – as you will find here when you are looking for a job, so good luck!