St. Charles Sister Cities German Chapter
St. Charles, Missouri – Ludwigsburg, Germany
Welcome! We are excited you’ve found the German Chapter of the St. Charles Sister Cities Programs and encourage you to reach out with any questions or ways you’d like to get involved either as a supporting member or active participant.
Ludwigsburg, Germany
Ludwigsburg, located just north of Stuttgart in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is a thriving city of 91,000 and one of the state’s most prosperous economic centers. Recognized as one of Germany’s most sustainable cities and a 2014 German Sustainability Award winner, it is home to a strong mix of industry, commerce, education, and media.
Known for its well-preserved baroque palace, vibrant cultural scene, and renowned Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg, Ludwigsburg is a city of films, festivals, castles, gardens, and charming streets.
Celebrate our sister city, Ludwigsburg, and explore all it has to offer!
German Educational Exchange Programs
Supporting high school exchanges for the past 30 years, we are proud to have been able to facilitate more than 3,000 students in their cultural and educational experience.
Annual Event
Midwest Maifest
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Midwest Maifest is a one-day festival to celebrate the arrival of Spring and the rich German heritage in St. Charles County. The festivities will include product samples from local craft breweries, wineries and spirit distilleries. There will also be live German entertainment.
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