Herzogenrath is in immediate vicinity to Aachen, the Netherlands and Belgium. In the Technologie Area of Aachen, Herzogenrath is in a leading position. The Technologiepark Herzogenrath is one of the largest in europe. In the neighborhood many companies were established with their R & D Centers. With Aachen's Technical University (RWTH), University of Applied Sciences (FH), and the Jülich Research Center (FZ), Herzogenrath is surrounded by unique technological and scientific potential. The new RWTH Campus Area is only ten minutes away.