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Munich-based Start2 Group ranks 2nd in Europe in the Financial Times ranking “Europe’s Leading Startup Hubs 2026” and improves by one position compared to the previous year. Additionally, the company achieves 1st place in the categories “Hub Network” and “Alumni Track Record”, underscoring its position as an internationally networked startup ecosystem builder.

After 22 successful editions, Cashwalk 2025 by Start2 Group enters a new round on November 26 – with a focus on quality, deeptech, and genuine conversations instead of pitches. Applications are possible until October 31.

With the new branch, Humboldt-Innovation wants to strengthen the bridge between Berlin innovations and Munich’s Bavarian deep-tech location.

The European startup hub ranking 2025 is here: in the current rankings by Financial Times and Statista, four Munich founder centers have made it into the top 12: UnternehmerTUM, Start2 Group, the Strascheg Center for Entrepreneurship (SCE), and Baystartup. Werk1 is also represented in the ranking. Further proof of Munich’s strong position as a startup hub in Europe.

Are you looking for fresh capital for your startup? Or are you an investor who wants to get to know exciting startups for a potential investment? Either way, you’re in the right place: because the Cashwalk of Start2 Group on November 7 brings both sides together as an exclusive matchmaking event.

Are you looking for fresh capital for your startup? Or are you an investor looking to get to know exciting startups for a possible investment? Either way, you’re in the right place: Start2’s Cashwalk brings both sides together as an exclusive networking event.

A new name that reflects the international orientation of the corporate group. Start2 Group – formerly German Entrepreneurship – is represented at multiple locations in Europe, the USA, Latin America, and Asia.