A group of 40 students from the bachelor’s and master’s programs in Construction and Real Estate Management and Technical Real Estate Management went on a field trip to Paris at the initiative of Acting Professor Andreas Dierking. They were supported by Prof. Thomas Giel and Stylianos Chalkidis, program assistant.
The trip began by bus at 9:00 a.m. on July 4. The trip went smoothly on clear highways. After arriving at the hotel, the students took their first evening stroll through Paris, visiting landmarks such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Trocadéro, and Avenue Kléber.
The next day, the official program began in the Parisian underground, where the students toured an old yet advanced sewer system. They then visited the Centre Pompidou, designed by Renzo Piano. There, they were impressed by the building’s exposed engineering and the modern art on display inside. In the evening, the students had time to continue exploring the city.
Visit to the Batignolles neighborhood, photo: Prof. Thomas Giel
Another highlight was the visit to the new “Paris Batignolles” district, where architecture, the environment, and social aspects were seamlessly integrated. The tour was supported by Guiding Architects, for whom Andreas Dierking also works in Germany. In the afternoon, they visited the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie science museum, where they marveled at solar-powered aircraft, ESA projects, and numerous aspects of the natural sciences. This evening also offered an opportunity to further experience Paris.
Visit to the “Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie,” Photo: Prof. Thomas Giel
On the bus ride back, the students were able to catch up on some sleep and reflect on the trip’s highlights. All participants were thrilled with the excursion and gained many valuable experiences for their future as engineers and as citizens of Europe.
The study trip left a lasting impression on all participants and provided valuable experiences for their future as engineers and as citizens of Europe. Given its great success, plans for a repeat trip are already being considered.
