Startup communities in Heidelberg

In-Person

Heidelberg Startup Partners e.V., based in Heidelberg, offers comprehensive support for startups in knowledge-based fields such as IT, Life Science, and Biotech. The organization assists founders with idea evaluation, business planning, and financing, as well as establishing contacts with industry and investors. It provides regular events and access to a large network of coaches and experts. The target group includes founders and young companies that can benefit from consulting and networking.

In-Person

hip, based in Heidelberg, is an innovation park that provides spaces and infrastructure for startups and young companies specializing in IT, digital media, life sciences, and biotechnology. The goal is to create a dynamic, networked startup landscape through flexible office and laboratory spaces, co-working spaces, and state-of-the-art labs such as LAB22. The target group includes technology-oriented startups, established companies, and research institutions active in IT, AI, BioTech, bioinformatics, or life sciences. Additionally, hip offers regular networking events and targeted support to foster collaboration between research and industry.