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Eleven Texans on an educational tour: Experience welding and culture in Koblenz!
Eleven craftsmen from Austin are visiting Koblenz as part of an intensive program on welding technology and cultural exchange.
Eleven Texans on an educational tour: Experience welding and culture in Koblenz!
What brings eleven Texans all the way from Austin to Koblenz? The Koblenz Chamber of Crafts answers this question with an exciting exchange program in the field of welding technology. On July 24, 2025, those responsible are pleased to welcome a group consisting of students and a lecturer from Austin Community College. They are part of an intensive program lasting several weeks that aims to provide practical knowledge and insights into Germany's dual training system. In addition to the technical aspects, cultural exchange also plays an important role.
A highlight of the program is the tour of the ALTEC Aluminum-Technik GmbH craft business in Mayen. Here participants can experience the practice up close and exchange ideas with local craftsmen. “We want to offer a look beyond the horizon and show how closely craftsmanship and training are connected in this country,” says Ralf Hellrich, General Manager of the Koblenz Chamber of Crafts, who underlines the importance of this international educational cooperation nah-news.de.
Cultural experiences and networking
But it's not just craftsmanship that's on the agenda. Texans will also explore the region's cultural treasures. Excursions to the blacksmith shop, the Maria Laach monastery and the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress are planned. A special highlight is the castle tour along the Middle Rhine, which offers participants not only beautiful views but also an insight into the history of the region.
This initiative is particularly important in the context of the twin city partnership between Austin and Koblenz, which has existed since 1992. The aim of this collaboration is to promote cultural understanding and professional networks across national borders. “The international dialogue in vocational training is crucial in order to train tomorrow’s skilled workers and open up new perspectives,” Hellrich further emphasizes lebenes-neuwied.de.
Overall, this exchange program represents a valuable opportunity to strengthen the connection between two cultures and to develop a deeper understanding of how each works through practical learning. An intercultural approach that promotes both acceptance and collaboration across borders.