Sindelfingen and Menteşe: New partnership for culture and tourism!

Sindelfingen and Menteşe: New partnership for culture and tourism!

Sindelfingen, Deutschland - in Sindelfingen something happens! Last June 12, the outgoing mayor Dr. Bernd Vöhringer (CDU) and the mayor of Menteşe, Gonca Köksal Aras, signed an important declaration of intent. This cooperation, formally known as "Memorandum of Understanding", laid the foundation for closer cooperation between the two cities in the areas of culture, education, tourism and sport. The festive occasion took place as part of the international street festival in Sindelfingen, which attracted visitors from near and far.

menteşe, a city in southwest of Türkiye, plays an important role in the Muğla region. With around 125,000 inhabitants and an area of ​​around 1,650 square kilometers, it is not only an administrative seat, but also a socio-cultural center. The city has been very committed to national and international networks, especially in topics such as climate, health and urban development. Current projects include measures for CO₂ reduction as well as programs for equality and youth promotion. Sindelfingen could help these initiatives, for example through the exchange of proven practices in the area of ​​climate -friendly urban design. According to BMZ, such partnerships are committed to sustainable urban mobility and livable cities worldwide.

The first step into a promising future

The signing is not just a formal act, but possibly the beginning of a more sustainable connection between Sindelfingen and Menteşe. It is particularly noteworthy that Gonca Köksal Aras is the first female mayor of Menteşe and was chosen in 2024. Her training as a city planner could give the partnership additional impulses. A good start to develop new perspectives and exchange ideas.

In Sindelfingen, an estimated around 5,100 people with Turkish roots live. The potential for cultural exchange and strengthening relationships is enormous. Initiatives like this are ideal for building bridges and promoting understanding between different cultures. The city administration of Sindelfingen sees this partnership a chance to continue the integration policy path.

a piece of Türkiye in Baden-Württemberg

menteşe is cheaply at the interface between Aegean and the Mediterranean and is part of one of the most important tourism regions in Türkiye, which also includes popular destinations such as Bodrum and Marmaris. This could not only promote cultural exchange, but also create tourist synergies. If the Sindelfinger discover the beauties and the offer from Menteşe, a new dimension in the partnership will be reality.

By striving for deeper cooperation, they hope not only to cultural impulses, but also positive effects in economic and social development. The partnership could serve as a model for further international collaborations and offer a platform for joint learning and growth. In any case, we can be excited to see which exciting projects and initiatives will emerge from this newly forged connection.