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flexible working time models at Bosch Reiner has now been working at Bosch for over 40 years It all began with his apprenticeship in Waiblingen near Stuttgart: “My father and my brother both worked at Bosch at that time and I knew I wanted to join them So I started my training as a toolmaker and was then employed as a machine setter,” says Reiner he repeatedly changed his area of responsibility from toolmaking And he gradually took on more and more responsibility for managing personnel — until he went to Thailand for four years as department head: “After a test trip to get to know the country I moved to Asia together with my family in 2011 The local project was a great opportunity for me personally I had already been involved in the strategy process back in Germany I helped establish a new plant and its entire infrastructure My time abroad was a great experience for me my wife became fluent in Thai and explored Ayurvedic cooking She gained a lot personally from the experience — something she still benefits from today,” Reiner shares enthusiastically Upon returning to Germany Reiner spent three years working in Schwäbisch Gmünd an opportunity came up to move to the Allgäu region in Bavaria where he provided managerial support in special machinery construction What’s great about the Blaichach/Immenstadt site near the Bavarian Alps We have a highly motivated team here in a region where others go on holidays I think we're all grateful to have the opportunity to live and work in the Allgäu,“ emphasises Reiner each day brings fresh excitement with new topics We have a super motivated team here in a region where others go on holidays Reiner has remained loyal to Bosch since his apprenticeship in the 1980s — and has continued to develop in this time both in technical expertise and leadership skills In addition to the great teamwork with his colleagues it was especially his passion for the topics and the meaningful work that ultimately kept him at Bosch Immediately after being hired in the Allgäu region he told his boss: “I will get to 40 years at Bosch.” This has always been a big milestone for Reiner: “I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted to change but I knew one thing: when I hit this milestone I no longer had the drive to keep climbing the career ladder.” However Reiner didn’t yet have a clear plan for what would come next Play YouTube Loading the video requires your consent the video will load and data will be transmitted to Google as well as information will be accessed and stored by Google on your device Google may be able to link these data or information with existing data Learn more From job sharing and part-time work to sabbaticals — Bosch offers various flexible working models Bosch associates can choose from a wide range of options depending on their stage of life So did Reiner: “As the milestone approached I still wasn’t sure what my next step would be Taking a sabbatical was meant to give me the time and space to reflect.” His plan was therefore to leave his familiar surroundings and travel with his wife in a minibus Reiner had already organised the vehicle and was due to set off soon — but then everything turned out differently: “One day my wife came across a lease offer for a hut We love the mountains and had a shared dream of running a mountain hut one day Suddenly the dream was within our grasp and my wife asked: 'Should we do it?’ Without hesitation Although they were excited about the prospect of getting the hut they were not very optimistic about their chances: “We actually firmly assumed that it wouldn't work out anyway So we were all the more surprised when the owner of the hut called us and told us that we had been chosen where we went over everything again and again we finally made our decision,” Reiner recalls That marked the beginning of their current life at the mountain hut Reiner and his wife didn’t just want to run the hut Before everyday life in the hut could begin the couple started renovation work in spring 2022 “Instead of travelling around Europe by bus during the sabbatical we used it to transport materials for the hut renovation the first thing I took care of was electricity and water - because the hut has no access to the local grid for either As it was already clear to me during the renovation that I wanted to stay with Bosch I made sure that everything I needed was available — for example a strong internet connection for remote working my wife took care of the culinary concept and completely revamped the menu: instead of traditional hut food we serve delicious dishes from Ayurvedic cuisine overnight guests and groups who come to us for yoga courses and company workshops I like to think of myself as the technical manager who takes care of everything else — from the fences around our site to our solar panels I also like to take on the service and chat to guests or help out in the kitchen doing the dishes,” says Reiner Instead of travelling around Europe by bus during the sabbatical Return to the Bosch plant Reiner decided early on during his sabbatical to continue working at Bosch: “On the one hand I stayed at Bosch because I’m passionate about the topics running the hut and its responsibilities also made Reiner realise that he wanted to reduce his workload at Bosch: “I came back as a group leader instead of a department head I also started working part-time to support my wife even more I received a lot of support from my colleagues for making this intentional shift in focus.” Another thing that has changed as a result of the move to the hut is Reiner's journey to work: “In winter I put on my skis and ski down the mountain My car is then waiting for me at the bottom I park in the same spot again and walk back up the mountain on my touring skis — it clears my head on the way home Reiner also stays active in summer and often uses his bike instead of skis to get to work Professional change In mid-2024 Reiner moved into the HR department to take up the position as Head of Training and Further Education at the Blaichach site But how does he manage to juggle his work at Bosch and the hut I believe strong organisation skills are essential I structure my day-to-day work around my colleagues - whether that’s my wife at the hut or my team at Bosch when my wife picks up supplies on Thursdays if a project with a colleague has to be completed on a particular day but work a little longer than actually planned for that day Prioritising correctly can always be a challenge But I usually manage it well,” says Reiner “And there's one final thing I'd like to emphasise: I also simply enjoy working at Bosch - even after more than 40 years That's why I'm glad to still be part of Bosch after all this time.” Drag slider Profile Reiner Steffan Head of Training and Further Education at the Bosch Blaichach site Reiner Steffan started his training as a toolmaker at Bosch in Waiblingen near Stuttgart in 1982 after leaving school he stayed in Waiblingen and started as a machine setter in three-shift operation there were always new tasks and opportunities for further development he worked in a management position for the first time he moved to the central staff unit under the divisional director which deals with the product development process and project management and from then on he focussed more and more on strategy work he was promoted to head of department and regularly travelled abroad as part of his projects — until he finally moved to Thailand for four years to support his colleagues there in setting up a new plant he moved to the Bosch site in Immenstadt in the Allgäu region in Bavaria — initially as Head of Department for Engineering Automation Technology and since 2024 as Head of Training and Further Education at the Blaichach site he runs a hut in the Bavarian Alps with his wife Because the world is too small for strangers By Lee Khai Yan With the launch of the Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) between Singapore and Germany we can now once again travel overseas to enjoy the famed German beers and bratwurst — deliciously irresistible sausages!  There is so much to enjoy in this beautiful European country – its friendly people,  architecture and wide well-connected roads that make it so easy for drivers to plan their routes and explore the country’s sights and sounds Take Germany’s capital for instance — the bustling city of Berlin is easy to get around and takes you to some of the best tourist attractions from the commanding Brandenburg Gate to the artistic swag of Friedrichshain.  the “Romantic Road” is an easy route to follow from central to south of Germany it’s also perfect for a road trip with friends so you can take turns behind the wheel Read on for some help on your route planning and find out where the best spots are for driving pit stops. While you plan your trip, be sure you get all the information you need to know about travelling to Germany under the VTL.  all locations in this article will require proof of vaccination for entry.  The Romantic Road traditionally starts in Würzburg and ends in Füssen This means that if you do a one-way journey and not double back where you came from it makes more sense to buy an open-jaw ticket I flew into Frankfurt and departed from Munich to cut down on the driving time Here’s the generic route I planned for the two-week trip: Find out all that is behind the scenes in the Porsche world at Stuttgart You can admire over 200 exhibits and close to 100 models at the Porsche museum making it a popular tourist attraction among car enthusiasts here in Germany After flying into Frankfurt, you might want to stay overnight at a nearby hotel for some rest before starting your drive. It’ll help if you’re not used to long-haul flights (the flight is about 13 hours long!) For the car fanatics out there, Stuttgart would be an interesting detour, if just to visit the Porsche Museum The museum is about a two-hour drive from Frankfurt airport and you will be able to view almost 100 cars and over 200 exhibits showcasing different models through the years.  Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday - 9:00am to 6:00pm The Romantic Road begins at Würzburg — before you head down the route towards Füssen After recharging from your long flight and digging into some delicious German Frankfurters it’s now time to embark on the Romantic Road this sightseeing route brings you through dramatic German scenery with impressive mountains and quintessentially German medieval towns The Romantic Road was conceptualised as part of marketing efforts to rebuild Germany’s tourism industry post World War 2 Its northernmost point (and common start point) would be Würzburg and ends at Füssen – where the famous and very well-photographed Neuschwanstein castle can be found There’s no better place to start your journey than at Würzburg Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in the 18th century the Court Gardens with over 70,000 summer flowers would be the perfect spot for some photos whereas access to the Court Gardens is free Opening hours: April to October: Daily from 9:00am to 6:00pm; November to March: Daily from 10:00am to 4:30pm Revel in the rustically romantic charm of Rothenburg town during your road trip — wind down the windows to enjoy the beauty The beautiful Rothenburg is most likely Germany’s most iconic medieval town and a great second stop on your Romantic Road drive This charming historic town is also the old Bavarian Imperial City and is one of the three towns in Germany that still has completely intact city walls so food options may not be the most affordable The Plönlein is a famous spot for both avid photographers and picture-savvy tourists The most famous photo spot in Rothenburg has to be this spot shown above – Plönlein The word translates to “small square at a fountain” — this would include the small fountain you see in front of the yellow house in the centre of the photo as well as the two towers of the old city wall that rise to its left (higher up) and right (lower down) It’s going to probably take you a while to get a nice as this is a very popular spot for travellers Be patient and you’ll get your much awaited click Climb up the old city walls to explore Rothenburg in greater detail Rothenburg ob der Tauber means “Red Castle above Tauber” This means you can admire spectacular views of the surroundings Visit Dinkelsbühl for a peaceful respite from busy Rothenburg you can admire the intact city walls while you go on a sightseeing tour around the next two towns to visit on the Romantic Road would be the other two German towns with intact city walls – Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen They are somewhat similar to Rothenburg ob der Tauber Dinkelsbühl is a very well-preserved town from the late Middle Ages and its many colourful historic half-timbered houses are set in beautiful angles for photos Nördlingen is equally gorgeous with its spell-binding classic architecture and has generally less tourists compared to Rothenburg Pay a visit to one of the many pretty German castles Next stop – Harburg, Bavaria. Factor in a visit to the Harburg Castle an extensive 12th century mediaeval complex which is also one of the oldest castles in southern Germany but definitely worth a visit to find out more about its long history The castle is also located on a hill with stunning views of Harburg town.  Opening hours: Open daily from 10:00am to 5:00pm next to Augsburg’s Town Hall offers a commanding aura to both tourists and locals Stop by the Town Hall of Augsburg, where you can explore their beautiful Altstadt (city centre). A wonderful lunch pitstop for the trip if you’re hungry already! To feed my rumbling tummy, I headed to Ratskeller Augsburg This was a very memorable restaurant as it was an underground eatery with fantastic ambience curved ceilings and impressive brick walls which reminded me of taverns that you might see in shows set in medieval times I opted for the Schnitzel and Käsespätzle (somewhat like mac and cheese) And if you’re out here looking for juicy German sausages and wine Opening hours: Monday to Thursdays – 11:00am to midnight where he wrote his autobiographical manifesto Its prison is where Adolf Hitler was jailed in 1924 — here I would strongly recommend driving by the Lech weir (high drain) a huge water canal that is part of Augsburg’s water management system This drain looks like cascading white ‘rapids’ from a distance where you can see the canals against the town in the background The grey-washed brick facade of the Neuschwanstein Castle is a marvellous sight especially if you love everything about German architecture The view of Neuschwanstein castle from Marienbrücke is reminiscent of a fairytale Füssen is the last town on the Romantic Road, and the closest town to where you can base yourself from, to travel to the famous Neuschwanstein castle This castle was built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria who had many nicknames such as the “Mad King” and the “Fairytale King” Among the many stories of this German Kingis his obsession with building the extravagant Neuschwanstein Castle and the mysterious circumstances of his death which took place not long after he was declared insane But he was probably most famous for the Neuschwanstein Castle in the Bavarian Alps which inspired Walt Disney’s designs for Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty’s castles The inside of the castle is well worth exploring but take note that no photography is permitted Tours are strictly guided and must be booked in advance Be prepared to climb in order to get a good view of the castle The most popular vantage spot would be from Marienbrücke (Bridge of Our Lady) it is unfortunately closed for renovations at thistime of writing Opening hours: April to 15 October: 9:00am to 6:00pm 16 October to March: 10:00am to 4:00pm Open daily except on 1 January Scenic spots around south Germany are aplenty The Alpsee Lake offers a peaceful breather if you’re tired during the road trip I then explored other scenic spots in the south of Germany I booked an Airbnb spot overlooking Alpsee Lake (Großer Alpsee) and spent hours by the lake just chilling out with the swans you can head southwest to explore the famed Black Forest in Germany — from an exhilarating hike to a relaxing hike you can spend a day or two right here in one of the quaint villages The romantic Rhine Valley runs from the west to the south so you can feast your eyes on picture-perfect sceneries of hills rivers and forests as you make your way down and travel around The Alpsee Bergwelt is a charming spot if you’re looking for some thrill during your road trip the coaster ride offers breathtaking views of the mountain between Immenstadt and Oberstaufen I was also recommended by my Airbnb host to check out Alpsee Bergwelt a theme park of sorts with a variety of activities available such as their trademark coaster ride as well as outdoor playgrounds and trampolines for children You can take a chair lift (or hike) to the top before taking an exhilarating coaster ride all the way down – definitely something to try for thrill-seekers The chair lift with the coaster ride will cost you €13.50 (S$21) per adult but you can opt for the coaster-only ride for €7.50 (S$12) per adult Greenery welcomes you everywhere in Germany Here at the mountain between Immenstadt and Oberstaufen you’ll be greeted with the scents of fresh flora as you ride across Opening hours: Operates only in the summer months of May to November. Opening hours differ month on month, refer to the latest schedule here The waterfront view along Lake Constance is a postcard-perfect click A more popular (also more touristy and therefore expensive) nearby spot to visit would be Lake Constance and the historic Lindau island I had initially planned to stay a night here I opted to stay near Alpsee Lake and drove over to explore Lindau in the day The historic town of Lindau is connected with the mainland by a road bridge and is a good spot to have lunch by the waterfront Be sure to look out for the landmark harbour entrance with its lighthouse and sculptures Dokumentation Obersalzberg carries the historic chapters of Adolf Hitler especially those that narrate how Nazi leaders spent time in the mountains of Berchtesgaden This place is also somewhat notorious for being a town where Adolf Hitler spent his vacation time at his Eagle’s Nest retreat Here, a must-visit would be Dokumentation Obersalzberg a museum which describes the use of the mountainside retreat by Nazi leaders Online reservation for tickets is required There is also plenty to explore in the region such as the majestic Lake Königssee located in the heart of the Berchtesgaden National Park Opening hours: Open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm I recommend planning a couple of days to chill out here in the city to explore its rich culture and history – and drink your way through while you’re at it Though Germany’s famous Oktoberfest 2021 is cancelled there are plenty of drinking options in its many German beer halls and beer gardens There are also many more things you can do in Munich from exploring the marvelous architecture of Marienplatz to visiting the BMW museum There are plenty of car rental options at every German airport, and you can easily rent at one location and drop off the car at another. In Frankfurt Airport for example there are 11 car rental services available Do consider your own requirements and preferences when deciding on car types as you will be spending a lot of time in the vehicle while driving from town to town exploring Germany Car rentals start from about S$95 per day for automatic cars.  is possible with a Singapore driver’s licence The Singapore driver’s licence is valid in Germany so there is no need to get an International Driving Permit One thing to note is that they drive on the right side of the road so drive slowly and safely until you get used to this Remember also that this means you should drive on the right and overtake on the left The German Autobahn (Highway) is often said to have no speed limit – but this is not true for all sections on the Autobahn So do keep a look out for the road signs indicating the speed limit find cars driving at top speed on some stretches of the Autobahn always look out for accommodation that provides free parking One way to cut down on unnecessary costs would be to stay in places located outside the city/town This gives you the flexibility of booking more affordable places in the fringes and sometimes this comes with great views of the countryside As different regions within Germany hold different coronavirus regulations and these are often updated according to changing circumstances do regularly check the website of the relevant federal state for the latest information when you’re visiting multiple cities in Germany If you’re visiting in the winter months of December to February This is so your Christmas market visiting can be much more comfortable in case you have to walk on ground with melted snow it is also important to note that the use of winter tires is mandatory when the roads are icy You will also need to factor in more driving time between places Another tip for those with longer hair – dry your hair completely before going out we might be used to just leaving homes with our hair half-dry But when I tried this in Germany in winter For a start, you can plan your driving routes around the south of Germany if you prefer to stay away from the crowds. Or if you’re a city slicker, check out these top attractions to visit in Frankfurt you’ll be greeted with mesmerising beauty wherever you go Oh, and remember to stay connected while you explore Germany — here are some tips! {{ article.title }} You have reached the limit of 5 saved articles you will need to remove others on My Articles By using this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy, Conditions of Access and to the placement of cookies on your computer Brillen zum Erleben einer virtuellen Realität sondern auch die medizinische Forschung profitiert von der Technik – zum Beispiel bei der Behandlung von Patienten mit Phobien VR-Brillen können auch bei der Bewältigung von Phobien helfen Rund 30 Prozent der Besucher trauen sich nicht, einen Schritt zur Seite in den Abgrund zu machen, sagt Christian Bendlin. Seit März betreibt der IT-Berater in Immenstadt einen Virtual-Reality-Erlebnisraum Seit im vergangenen Jahr neue und bezahlbare Virtual-Reality-Brillen auf den Markt gekommen sind boomt das Spiel mit der virtuellen Realität Und davon profitiert nicht nur die Entertainmentbranche In Erlebnisräumen wie in Immenstadt müssen Spieler sich nur eine Brille aufsetzen und schon sehen sie Filmaufnahmen oder animierte Bilder Eigene Aktionen haben durch Sensoren an den Wänden Einfluss auf die Umgebung Unterstützt wird dieser Effekt durch zwei Controller Dann können sie sich zum Beispiel mit einem Seil an einem Klettersteig auf dem Mount Everest sichern Noch ist die virtuelle Realität in der Unterhaltungsindustrie nur eine Nische Bis Mai wurden laut Michael Guthe von der Uni Bayreuth etwa zwei Millionen Virtual-Reality-Headsets weltweit verkauft "Der echte Boom wird aber sicher in den nächsten Jahren kommen wenn die Technik noch etwas besser und vor allem der Preis niedriger wird" Davon werden auch ganz andere Bereiche profitieren – etwa die Psychologie Andreas Mühlberger von der Universität Regensburg forscht schon seit rund 20 Jahren zu Virtual Reality Vor allem in der Angsttherapie sei die Technik effektiv "Spinnen, Höhenangst, Flugangst: Es geht relativ gut "Auch in der Simulation können Angstnetzwerke verändert und eine Phobie geheilt werden." Die Erfolgsquoten sind demnach genauso hoch wie bei einer Therapie in realer Umgebung Auch in der Neurologie wird zu dem Thema geforscht Schlaganfall-Patienten kann die Technik helfen steuert das Gehirn auch in echt die Muskelpartien an und kooperiert mit dem psychologischen Institut der Uni Würzburg Dort arbeitet Lehrstuhlleiter Paul Pauli an einer Zulassung für den Einsatz von Virtual Reality an Patienten Denn in den Arztpraxen sei die Technik noch nicht angekommen In die Industrie hat die virtuelle Realität hingegen schon Einzug gehalten BASF etwa plant seine Chemieanlagen seit 2000 mit Virtual Reality Fehler könnten frühzeitig und nicht erst in der Montage erkannt werden In Immenstadt arbeitet Bendlin gerade an einem virtuell begehbaren Windpark-Lageplan Spielebetreiber wie Forscher gehen davon aus "Die virtuelle Situation ist zwar nicht wirklich im Sinne eines Faktums erklärt Philosoph Tobias Holischka von der Uni Eichstätt-Ingolstadt dass Störeinflüsse von außen reduziert seien und Virtual Reality es den Spielern ermögliche sich in der dargestellten Welt zu bewegen und damit zu interagieren dass der Unterschied zwischen virtueller Welt und Alltagswelt verschwimme und sich Spieler in der virtuellen Realität verlieren könnten Das hält er für überzogen: "Wenn der Magen knurrt oder die Blase drückt Ihre Einstellungenen wurden erfolgreich gespeichert beleidigende oder verleumderische Äußerungen enthalten beziehungsweise es werden falsche Tatsachen behauptet Dann beschreiben Sie bitte in kurzer Form das Problem die Redaktion wird diesen Kommentar genauer prüfen und gegebenenfalls löschen Über unser kostenloses Login erhalten Ärzte und Ärztinnen sowie andere Mitarbeiter der Gesundheitsbranche Zugriff auf mehr Hintergründe Von Diabetologie bis E-Health: Unsere praxisrelevanten Themen-Newsletter Das war der Tag: Der tägliche Nachrichtenüberblick mit den neuesten Infos aus Gesundheitspolitik Top-Thema: Erhalten Sie besonders wichtige und praxisrelevante Beiträge und News direkt zugestellt Newsletter bestellen »