German Consulate General Houston

German Consulate General Houston Welcome to the official page of the German Consulate General in Houston!

'Netiquette': https://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/de/fb-tab/1031732 #1

ELEFAND (Elektronische Erfassung Deutscher im Ausland): https://krisenvorsorgeliste.diplo.de/signin

🚲🌍 Did you know? Houston features more than 345 miles of interconnected bikeways and multi-use paths — nearly one-tenth ...
06/03/2026

🚲🌍 Did you know? Houston features more than 345 miles of interconnected bikeways and multi-use paths — nearly one-tenth of the city’s total street length!
That includes 160+ miles of continuous bayou greenway trails, connecting neighborhoods, parks, and communities across the city. 🌳☀️
Today is World Bicycle Day — a reminder that cycling brings together health, sustainability, mobility, and community.
So, how many miles of Houston’s trails have you explored? 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️
Ride toward community, culture, and healthy living!

🐘✈️ ELEFAND und Reisen? Unbedingt!Sie reisen oder leben vorübergehend im Ausland? Ob Kurztrip, Auslandssemester, berufli...
06/02/2026

🐘✈️ ELEFAND und Reisen? Unbedingt!
Sie reisen oder leben vorübergehend im Ausland? Ob Kurztrip, Auslandssemester, beruflicher Aufenthalt oder längere Reise — wenn Sie deutsche Staatsangehörige oder deutscher Staatsangehöriger sind, kann eine Registrierung bei ELEFAND einen wichtigen Unterschied machen. 🌍🇩🇪
ELEFAND (Elektronische Erfassung von Deutschen im Ausland) hilft uns, im Notfall mit Ihnen in Kontakt zu bleiben — etwa bei Krisen, Naturkatastrophen oder wichtigen Sicherheitshinweisen. Durch Ihre Registrierung kann die deutsche Auslandsvertretung Sie erreichen und Sie mit wichtigen Informationen sowie konsularischer Unterstützung versorgen, wenn es darauf ankommt.
Helfen Sie uns, Ihnen zu helfen — registrieren Sie sich vor oder während Ihres Auslandsaufenthalts bei ELEFAND. Wenige Minuten Vorbereitung können im Ernstfall entscheidend sein.
Gute Reise und bleiben Sie sicher! 🌎✈️

Happy International Children’s Day!Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, and potential of children everywhere —...
06/01/2026

Happy International Children’s Day!
Today, we celebrate the curiosity, creativity, and potential of children everywhere — because every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, dream, and thrive. 💡📚
In Germany and around the world, investing in children means investing in our shared future: through education, cultural exchange, inclusion, and opportunities that help young people flourish. 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇸
What inspired you most as a child? 💭✨

Diplomatic highlights of the week: (1) 🇮🇱 Celebrating the 78th anniversary of the State of Israel under the motto “Stren...
05/31/2026

Diplomatic highlights of the week:
(1) 🇮🇱 Celebrating the 78th anniversary of the State of Israel under the motto “Strengths of Renewal” at the Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest, led by Consul General Livia Link-Raviv. Consul General Kai Hennig was pleased to attend and welcomed the announcement of a future Texas economic office in Jerusalem — a promising step for stronger partnerships and cooperation.
Wishing continued success and fruitful collaboration ahead!

(2) 🤝 Productive luncheon with Consul General Kai Hennig and Deputy Consul General Markus Hatzelmann together with representatives of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation — Dr. Mark Speich, Dr. Hardy Ostry, and Syreta Haggray.
Thank you for the engaging exchange and for helping bring our partnership to life through dialogue and cooperation. 🇩🇪🌍

05/30/2026

🇩🇪 Consul General Kai Hennig was pleased to bestow the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany upon Andreas Bremer in recognition of his outstanding contributions to German-American relations.
The ceremony took place at the German International School of Dallas , founded by Mr. Bremer in 2009 and today a full-day German language school through sixth grade.
For more than eight years, Mr. Bremer has also served as Honorary Consul of the Federal Republic of Germany in Dallas, strengthening German-American ties in business, culture, and education.
Thank you for your dedication and commitment to fostering transatlantic friendship and cooperation. We look forward to many more years of your valuable support. 🇩🇪🇺🇸

05/29/2026

We're back with another look into our diplomatic journey across Route 66 with stops in New Mexico and Arizona! 🌵🏔️

Our itinerary took us from meaningful exchanges with members of the Fraunhofer Institute — one of Europe's leading organizations for applied research — to a meeting with a Bundeswehr exchange officer stationed in Albuquerque, where we explored how our NATO alliance drives collaboration in training for shared equipment. From there, we hit the road toward Arizona, connecting with the science department at Northern Arizona University and taking in the legendary stretches of Route 66 — one of America's most iconic highways and one of its most recognized symbols in Germany.
That connection is no surprise. Germany ranks among the top 10 countries whose citizens visit the United States each year — and the numbers speak for themselves:

📊 ~2 million German tourists visit the U.S. annually
💼 Germany is the 3rd largest contributor to the U.S. travel & tourism industry
💰 German tourists generate roughly $8.4 billion USD each year

From research partnerships to road trips, the ties between our two countries run deep.

⚽🇩🇪 Show us what you’ve got about German soccer!Think you know our World Cup victories, Bundesliga legends, and unforget...
05/28/2026

⚽🇩🇪 Show us what you’ve got about German soccer!
Think you know our World Cup victories, Bundesliga legends, and unforgettable football moments? Join the German Consulate and the Goethe-Institut Houston for a fun German Soccer Trivia Night at Social Beer Garden HTX! 🍻🏆
🎁 Great World Cup-themed prizes await
🎟️ Free entry
📅 Save the date: June 10
Please RSVP (see comments) so we know you’re coming — bring your friends and your football knowledge! Who’s ready to compete? 👀⚽

As America marks 250 years in 2026, New Orleans will be the first stop to welcome the Tall Ships of the World to the his...
05/27/2026

As America marks 250 years in 2026, New Orleans will be the first stop to welcome the Tall Ships of the World to the historic Mississippi River. From May 27–June 1, 2026, visitors can experience spectacular ship arrivals, fireworks, family activities, tours, and celebrations along the waterfront.
A majestic flotilla, global connections, and unforgettable moments — who is ready to celebrate America250 in New Orleans? 🌊✨

🏭🔍 Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of global supply chains?Join the GACC South Behind-the-Scenes Tour at TA...
05/26/2026

🏭🔍 Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of global supply chains?
Join the GACC South Behind-the-Scenes Tour at TALKE for an exclusive inside look at warehouse and site operations and discover how chemical and industrial logistics work in practice. Learn how materials are safely stored, handled, and packaged to keep industries moving around the world. 🌍⚙️
📍 June 18 —> 📝 Register before May 29
More information and registration: https://t1p.de/7q2ej

Friendly reminder: The Consulate will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸Thank you for your understanding, and w...
05/25/2026

Friendly reminder: The Consulate will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. 🇺🇸
Thank you for your understanding, and we wish everyone a meaningful holiday.

Address

1330 Post Oak Boulevard, Ste. 1850
Houston, TX
77056

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when German Consulate General Houston posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to German Consulate General Houston:

Shortcuts

Share

Category