Assistence for visiting scientists
Willkommen am Fraunhofer-Institutszentrum Schloss Birlinghoven in Sankt Augustin. Mit seinen Instituten und Forschungseinrichtungen ist das Zentrum eines der größten auf den Gebieten der Mathematik und der Informationstechnik in Deutschland. Informieren Sie sich über unsere Arbeiten und Angebote!

Welcome to the IZB, the FhG Campus at Birlinghoven / Sankt Augustin!

We extend a special welcome to visiting scientists from other countries, and their families. On the following pages you will find information and programs which may help you to find your way around more easily.

 HELPFUL CONTACTS

 BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL
 Checklist - what has to be done before coming to Germany?
 Where to stay
 
 AFTER YOUR ARRIVAL
 How to find the IZB Campus
 Registration and Immigration Offices
 
 USEFUL FURTHER INFORMATION
 Where to learn German
 Translations
 Child Care
 Doctors / Health Information
 Cheap Furniture and Household Goods
 Recreation
 Public transport  
 
 EVERYDAY LIFE IN GERMANY
 Opening hours
 What you need to know when you rent an apartment
 Transport / Removals - logistics firm
 Electricity
 Buying a Car
 Road Signs in Germany
 How to get a bike
 Public Holidays
 How safe am I in Germany?