Greetings from the Lord Mayor
Welcome to a diverse and international city, because people from over 140 countries live in Erlangen. We all enjoy being at home here. "Open by tradition" is our motto - we don't just say it, we try to live it every day. I am delighted that you have also chosen Erlangen as your place of residence and that you will be calling Erlangen your home from now on.
We work together at small and large companies in the city that make Erlangen attractive to people from all over the world. We learn and research together at the many schools, the Friedrich-Alexander University and the research institutes in the city. Ideas and innovations see the light of day here every day, and some of them become real success stories. Erlangen is lucky to be home to so many bright minds.
We enjoy coming together at the Bergkirchweih, at exciting festivals such as the Comic Salon, the Poetry Festival or the Puppet Theater Festival and, last but not least, in the many sports, cultural and leisure clubs. We are committed and this is what makes Erlangen a city worth living in and loving. All of this connects us in Erlangen.
When you are new to a city, you have many questions and lots of things to organize. We have compiled a lot of important information below to help you. Finally, once again: Welcome! I am sure that you will feel at home in our city.
Yours
Dr. Florian Janik
Lord Mayor
(Photo: David Rasche)
Your first port of call: to our citizens' office to register your new place of residence
You can do this at the Citizens' Service on the first floor of the Town Hall. You do not need an appointment for this. You can check the current waiting time here.
Travel free of charge by bus in the city center - find out more here
Photo: Rainer Windhorst
Life in Erlangen
Free public transport in the city center
Making bus travel in the city center as easy and convenient as possible.
Cycling
All information for cyclists and cyclists in Erlangen: Where can I park my bike? How can I apply for a grant for my cargo bike? Where are there cycle lanes?
Construction sites & closures
We build and renovate for you. All current construction sites and road closures in the city can be found here.
Parents & children
Here you will find up-to-date information, services and advice on family issues such as education, parenting, childcare and help in emergencies.
ErlangenPass
You can experience a lot in Erlangen: in the theater, at concerts or at sports events. We want everyone in our city to be able to take part in these activities. That's why we have the ErlangenPass. You can get the ErlangenPass if you receive social benefits or are doing voluntary service. If you do not meet these requirements but have little money at your disposal, you can also apply for the ErlangenPass from April 1 by means of a calculation.
Helping to shape Erlangen
Take an active part in shaping Erlangen! What is currently being built in your district? Why is a road being closed here? An overview of all projects and plans on "Erlangen mitgestalten".
Art & Culture
Information and current events in art and culture, festivals, cultural venues, museums, city library, cultural promotion, cultural education, cultural and creative industries, cultural policy guidelines...
Calendar of events
Don't know what you want to do this evening or at the weekend? Whether exhibitions, festivals, offers for families, markets, sports and much more - Erlangen offers many possibilities for leisure activities. Let our calendar of events inspire you!
Discover Erlangen
There is a lot to see in Bavaria's smallest city with around 120,000 inhabitants.
City voucher
The flexible gift for supporting local trade.
Relocation
Service portal of the city of Erlangen for citizens on the subject of relocation.
Service portal
Our service portal for citizens. Would you like to apply for an ID card or passport? Or change your place of residence? Then you've come to the right place! On this page you will find all municipal services.
FAQ Kitafinder
Do you have questions about the Kitafinder? You can find the answers and further information here.
Winter service in Erlangen
Figures, data, facts, tasks of the winter road clearance service in Erlangen: Here you will find information on winter road clearance services and clearing duties in Erlangen.
Free public transport in the city center
Making bus travel in the city center as easy and convenient as possible.
Cycling
All information for cyclists and cyclists in Erlangen: Where can I park my bike? How can I apply for a grant for my cargo bike? Where are there cycle lanes?
Construction sites & closures
We build and renovate for you. All current construction sites and road closures in the city can be found here.
Parents & children
Here you will find up-to-date information, services and advice on family issues such as education, parenting, childcare and help in emergencies.
ErlangenPass
You can experience a lot in Erlangen: in the theater, at concerts or at sports events. We want everyone in our city to be able to take part in these activities. That's why we have the ErlangenPass. You can get the ErlangenPass if you receive social benefits or are doing voluntary service. If you do not meet these requirements but have little money at your disposal, you can also apply for the ErlangenPass from April 1 by means of a calculation.
Helping to shape Erlangen
Take an active part in shaping Erlangen! What is currently being built in your district? Why is a road being closed here? An overview of all projects and plans on "Erlangen mitgestalten".
Art & Culture
Information and current events in art and culture, festivals, cultural venues, museums, city library, cultural promotion, cultural education, cultural and creative industries, cultural policy guidelines...
Calendar of events
Don't know what you want to do this evening or at the weekend? Whether exhibitions, festivals, offers for families, markets, sports and much more - Erlangen offers many possibilities for leisure activities. Let our calendar of events inspire you!
Discover Erlangen
There is a lot to see in Bavaria's smallest city with around 120,000 inhabitants.
City voucher
The flexible gift for supporting local trade.
Relocation
Service portal of the city of Erlangen for citizens on the subject of relocation.
Service portal
Our service portal for citizens. Would you like to apply for an ID card or passport? Or change your place of residence? Then you've come to the right place! On this page you will find all municipal services.
FAQ Kitafinder
Do you have questions about the Kitafinder? You can find the answers and further information here.
Winter service in Erlangen
Figures, data, facts, tasks of the winter road clearance service in Erlangen: Here you will find information on winter road clearance services and clearing duties in Erlangen.