Hohenheim

Hohenheim is a district of Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, situated on the southwestern edge of the city. It is best known for the University of Hohenheim and the historic Hohenheim estate, which occupy much of the area and shape its character as an academic and research hub.

The name derives from Schloss Hohenheim, a country estate that was developed under the Württemberg rulers in the 18th century. In 1818 the estate became the site of an agricultural college, establishing higher education in agriculture for the region. Over time the institution evolved into the University of Hohenheim, a public research university that maintains close ties to the estate, its historic parklands, and related facilities.

Today the University of Hohenheim is a multidisciplinary public research university with a focus on life sciences, agricultural sciences, natural resources, and related economics and social sciences. The campus hosts numerous institutes and facilities, including the Hohenheimer Garten, a botanical garden used for education and research and featuring plant collections from temperate and tropical regions.

The district is located within the Stuttgart urban area and is bordered by rural landscapes and agricultural land. It is served by regional and local public transportation and is connected to the broader city by road and rail networks. Notable landmarks include Schloss Hohenheim and the associated park and garden complexes, which attract visitors and serve as an outdoor learning environment for students and researchers.