Auf in die Welt Munster

The "AUF IN DIE WELT" Fair is a nationally established information event focused on international study and travel opportunities. It is aimed at young people, parents, and educators, offering well-founded, independent, and personal guidance on international education and exchange programs.

As a central platform for student exchange, gap years, language travel, and global education, the fair appeals to all those looking to broaden their horizons and actively shape their educational path through an experience abroad.

The fair takes place once a year in Münster, alternating between the Johann-Conrad-Schlaun-Gymnasium and the Pascal-Gymnasium. It is organized by the Deutsche Stiftung Völkerverständigung, a non-profit organization committed to promoting student exchange and global education across Germany. The Münster event is part of a nationwide series of fairs, all with the goal of opening pathways abroad for young people and fostering intercultural understanding.

In Münster, the focus is on direct, face-to-face interaction with reputable exchange organizations, language travel providers, and education experts who offer individual, first-hand advice. The range of programs includes high school stays, boarding and private schools, language courses, internships, holiday camps, and voluntary service, as well as opportunities such as work & travel, au pair, and college studies abroad. Whether it’s a short program during the school year or a full gap year after graduation – the fair provides tailored options to suit various life situations and educational goals.

Financial aspects are also addressed in a practical and accessible way. In addition to information on funding options like Auslands-BAföG and government support, the fair presents scholarship opportunities from the foundation, a comprehensive scholarship database, and exclusive discounts available only to fair visitors.

Most exhibitors come from the education sector, including international exchange organizations, language schools, volunteer service providers, as well as neutral advisory services, embassies, and consulates.

The primary audience includes secondary school students, particularly those in middle and upper grades, recent graduates, and their parents and teachers. The fair offers them a highly specialized yet easily understandable overview of the often complex landscape of international programs. Alongside the exhibition, a supporting program features expert talks, panel discussions, and personal stories from former participants – authentic, inspiring, and grounded in real experience.

Münster, with its open-minded spirit, strong educational infrastructure, and active student community, provides the ideal setting for an event of this kind. The centrally located Schlaun and Pascal Gymnasiums are easily accessible by public transport, bicycle, or on foot. In this way, the AUF IN DIE WELT fair becomes a valuable and locally tailored opportunity for anyone looking to explore not only new countries but also new life paths through an experience abroad.

The Auf in die Welt will take place on Saturday, 07. February 2026 in Munster.