Tasks and Objectives
Representing Thuringian Interests
The office represents the interests of Thuringia towards the EU institutions and provides a platform for the Thuringian government in Brussels.
Early Warning System
At an early stage, the office informs the state government on planned activities of the EU, filters, which drafts are of particular importance for Thuringia’s politics and suggests on how to react. It observes the legislative process and informs interested parties.
Opening Doors
Through networking the office provides Thuringian politicians and business partners with appropriate contacts in the EU institutions.
Showcase
To present Thuringia and its cultural diversity in Brussels is another important task.
Where to find us
Representation of the Free State of Thuringia to the European Union
Rue Frédéric Pelletier
1030 Brussels
Travelling by car
The Brussels urban area is a low emission zone. Please note that you must register your vehicle online before entering the urban area.
From Aachen, take the E 40 freeway to Brussels Centre. Get in the direction of Centre/Institutions Europénnes and exit the freeway. Turn left onto Boulevard Auguste Reyers. After about 400 meters, turn right onto Square Vergote. Continue for about 50 meters until the intersection with Rue Frédéric Pelletier. The representation of the Free State of Thuringia to the EU is located in the corner building, number 111.
By train
From North Station (Gare du Nord)
Take Premetro (tram) 25, direction Boondael Gare
to Georges Henri station (exit 1 Square Vergote).
After a short walk you'll reach our office.
From Central Station (Gare Centrale)
Take Metro 1 direction Stockel,
change at Montgomery Station into Premetro (tram)
7, direction Heysel or
25, direction Rogier.
Get off at Georges Henri Station (exit 1 Square Vergote).
After a short walk you'll reach our office.
From South Station (Gare du Midi)
Take Metro 2 or 6, direction Elisabeth.
Change at Arts/Loi station into
Metro 1 direction Stockel.
Change again at Montgomery Station into Premetro (tram)
7, direction Heysel or
25, direction Rogier.
Get off at Georges Henri Station (exit 1 Square Vergote).
After a short walk you'll reach our office.
Single tickets are avaible for 2.10 euros (2.50 euros when bought from the driver). After validation you can use them for one hour in Metros, Premetros (trams) and buses. Taking a cab from one of the train stations will be about 15 euros.
By plane
Airport Bus
Take Bus 12 (direction Brussels City/Trône).
Change at Meiser station to tram 7 (direction Vanderkindere) or 25 (direction Bondael Gare).
Get off at Georges Henri Station (exit 1 Square Vergote).
Train
Trains from Zaventem Airport to several Brussels train stations (for example Schuman, Luxembourg) leave every 20 minutes.
The Thuringia Team
The Representation of the Free State of Thuringia to the European Union serves as a link between the Thuringian State Ministries and the European institutions. Each of the staff is responsible for a particular policy area.
As long as an internship is a mandatory part of their studies, students can apply for short-term internships (Praktikum).
Working language at the office is German.
Christine Holeschovsky
Head of Office, Key Questions, Taxes, Financial Affairs
phone 0032-2-737.52.42
christine.holeschovsky@tsk.thueringen.de
Wolfgang Borde
Deputy Head of Office
Employment, Social Affairs, Public Health, Committee of the Regions
phone 0032-2-737.52.55
wolfgang.borde@tsk.thueringen.de
Sven Bermig
Agriculture, Forestry
phone 0032-2-737.52.43
sven.bermig@tsk.thueringen.de
Kristina Förtsch
Environment, Energy, Nature Conservation
phone 0032-2-737.52.46
kristina.foertsch@tsk.thueringen.de
Christoph Kellner
Economy, Digital Matters, Regional Policy
phone 0032-2-737.52.41
christoph.kellner@tsk.thueringen.de
Dominic Kranholdt
Mobility, Circular Economy, Infrastructure
phone 0032-2-737.52.44
dominic.kranholdt@tsk.thueringen.de
Annelie Zapfe
Research, Technology, Innovation Policy, Cultural Affairs, Education
phone 0032-2-737.52.64
annelie.zapfe@tsk.thueringen.de
Steffi Heinke
Assitant, Events
phone 0032-2-737.52.40
steffi.heinke@tsk.thueringen.de
Michel Kingué
Janitor
phone 0032-2-737.52.51
Yvonne Marx
Public relations, budget, administration
phone 0032-2-737.52.60
yvonne.marx@tsk.thueringen.de