Stadt Pforzheim in the news

The city of Pforzheim is hosting a World Girls' Day event on October 16th for girls and young women, featuring interactive activities, career exploration, and discussions about their experiences in the city.

TV-Total's "Mission Schandfleck" show humorously targeted Pforzheim as a contender for Germany's ugliest city, drawing a mixed, often humorous, reaction from locals.

A TV Total segment humorously labeled Pforzheim as a candidate for Germany's "ugliest city," drawing a mixed, often humorous, reaction from locals.

The city of Pforzheim has implemented designated parking areas for rental scooters to improve order and safety, effective September 21st.

The Jobcenter Pforzheim and health insurance companies have collaborated for a decade to promote the health of unemployed individuals through programs and events.

Pforzheim is organizing free sensor walks on October 1 and November 3, 2026, to demonstrate how digital sensors are improving the city, as part of the broader Smart City Days.

The "Offen für morgen" student program in Pforzheim connected students with local businesses for career exploration and skill development.

Stadt Pforzheim welcomed its new apprentices and students with an introductory event highlighting career opportunities, support systems, and employee benefits.

Pforzheim's pediatrician shortage has intensified after the closure of the municipal MVZ practice, leaving hundreds of children without care and raising concerns about the city's handling of medical staff recruitment.

Pforzheim's city administration is considering halting three kindergarten construction projects despite a severe shortage of childcare places, which has improved slightly since 2024.

Stadt Pforzheim welcomed 78 new trainees and students, along with over 30 volunteers, and organized a 'Welcome Week' to introduce them to the city and their roles.

The City of Pforzheim welcomed 78 new apprentices and students, along with over 30 volunteers, to start their careers and service.

Sculptors Martin Pöll and Maximilian Bernhard completed their residency at Lettenbrunnenhütte, creating sculptures for the Sculpture Trail near Seehaus, in cooperation with the Cultural Office Pforzheim.

The City of Pforzheim honored Ehrenamtskarte holders with an exclusive Town Hall tour and a reception, with more appreciation events planned.

Pforzheim City Hall hosted an exclusive tour for Ehrenamtskarte holders, offering behind-the-scenes insights and expressing gratitude for their volunteer commitment.

Pforzheim is looking for a successor to its retiring head of the planning department, Reinhard Maier, advertising the position on social media.

Stadt Pforzheim is seeking a Head of the Planning Office to lead strategic urban development, planning, and personnel management for the city.

More than 60 demands from people with disabilities in Pforzheim and the Enz district, covering six key areas like equal rights, employment, education, and accessibility, were submitted to local authorities to promote inclusion.

Pforzheim inaugurated a 1.9 million Euro sports and leisure facility in Enzauenpark, offering diverse urban sports and amenities, designed with youth input.

Pforzheim is undertaking a 100 million Euro urban development project to revitalize its city center with new residential, retail, and public spaces, expected to be completed by 2029.