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Welcome to Engel & Völkers

Passionate about real estate

For 49 years, we have specialized in residential and commercial real estate services in the premium segment. More than 16,700 people work under the Engel & Völkers brand in over 35 countries on 5 continents and round about 1,100 locations. Together they embody our values: competence, exclusivity, and passion.

Competence
Every property is unique and deserves an individual approach. Our client requests have the upmost priority. We understand the real estate business and aim to provide the same quality of service worldwide.
Exclusivity
As well our strong premium brand presence, our unique and expanding international network gives us access to an exclusive client base. We feel at home where the discerning feel comfortable.
Passion
Real estate is our passion. We have a team of the very best agents, all of whom undergo comprehensive training and professional development at our in-house Engel & Völkers academy.

HISTORY

Engel & Völkers is making history

Schwarz-Weiß-Foto eines eleganten historischen weißen Gebäudes mit klassischen Architekturmerkmalen wie Bogenfenstern, Säulen und einem dunklen Dach. Die symmetrische Fassade zeigt drei zentrale Bogenfenster mit dekorativen Elementen, umgeben von Bäumen in einer parkähnlichen Umgebung.

1977: Founded in Hamburg

Engel & Völkers was founded in a townhouse on Hamburg’s Elbchaussee. The building continues to shape the company’s corporate identity to this day and symbolises the brand’s origins.

Mehrere schräg auf einer hellen Fläche gestapelte Exemplare des GG Magazine mit einem Titelbild, das eine weiß gekleidete Person in einem eleganten Innenraum mit Holzmöbeln zeigt

1988: The brand continues to evolve

With Engel & Völkers Commercial and GG Magazine, the company has expanded its portfolio to include commercial property and an international lifestyle magazine. Both areas continue to shape the brand’s development to this day.

1990: International Expansion

The first shop in Mallorca marked the start of the company’s international expansion. Today, Engel & Völkers has a global network spanning over 35 countries.

Zwei Immobilienmakler in Geschäftskleidung prüfen in einem hellen Büroraum Inhalte auf einem Laptop. Ein Mann, der eine Brille und einen dunklen Blazer trägt, zeigt auf den Bildschirm, während eine Frau in einem schwarzen Kleid aufmerksam zuschaut. Durch das Fenster im Hintergrund sind städtische Gebäude zu sehen.

1998: Consistent quality worldwide

Through its franchise system and the Engel & Völkers Academy, the company is laying the foundations for globally consistent quality standards and sustainable growth.

Luftaufnahme von Kapstadt, Südafrika, mit dem ikonischen Tafelberg im Hintergrund bei Sonnenaufgang. Die Stadt breitet sich entlang der Küste aus, mit dem Kapstadt-Stadion und der städtischen Bebauung zwischen dem Berg und dem Atlantischen Ozean, wo sich die Wellen an der Küste brechen.

2001-2006: Expansion of the international presence

Following its expansion into South Africa, the company is now entering the US market with its head office in New York. Engel & Völkers is thus strengthening its international presence across several continents.

Luxuriöse Superyacht, die in der Nähe der Mittelmeerküste vor Anker liegt und ein elegantes, grau-weißes Außendesign mit mehreren Decks, Satellitenkommunikationsausrüstung und Panoramafenstern aufweist. Das Schiff wurde vor einer Kulisse aus grünen Hängen und ruhigem, blauem Wasser fotografiert.

2007: Expansion of the premium range

With Private Office and Yachting, Engel & Völkers is expanding its range of services for high-net-worth private clients and further strengthening its expertise in the premium segment.

From Hamburg to the world

In 2025, Engel & Völkers, consisting of both company-owned operations and franchise partners, generated an overall commission revenue of 1.3 billion euros. We were able to achieve this positive business performance thanks to our high and consistent service quality offered by us and our franchise partners at all Engel & Völkers locations.

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Countries
> 35
People
> 16,700
locations
> 1,100

Founder and visionary

Christian Völkers is the founder of the Engel & Völkers Group. In 1977, he founded the business with his friend and business partner, Dirk Engel, and turned Engel & Völkers into a global brand in the premium sector. Christian Völkers put together the Engel & Völkers bible that became the foundation of the worldwide successful franchise system and the in-house real estate academy. In 1988, he founded the in-house publishing company, Grund Genug, and the architecture and lifestyle magazine of the same name. Christian Völkers, visionary and strategic thinker, continued to further develop an innovative range of real estate business concepts.

A man in a suit stands with arms crossed next to a model of a high-rise building. — Christian Völkers
Founder of Engel & Völkers

Engel & Völkers Leadership

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Executive & Advisory Board

Behind every strategic decision is a team of experienced leaders united by a shared vision for the future of Engel & Völkers. Get to know our Executive Board and Advisory Board, and discover the expertise driving our global premium real estate business.

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Innovative. Modern. Digital.

Side by side with our real estate agents

Our success is based on a strong, local presence and the special qualifications of our real estate advisors. They play a decisive role by managing all sales processes transparently. Digitally, connected to our network, and with the help of innovative tools, they stay on top of market trends. Thanks to their individual training at our in-house academy, they have a trained eye for seeing properties and deriving values. In this way, they accompany the sensitive process of market value assessment at the highest level.

Delivering the E&V Service Promise

Extraordinary care, expert execution

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Beyond the expected

We anticipate every need and then go further still. Each detail is considered, touch-points impeccably refined, shaping moments that feel quietly remarkable.

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Respect for the moment

We recognise the emotional, financial and symbolic weight these moments hold. It shapes how we approach each client and each property, regardless of price point or frequency.

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Experience that guides

We bring a deep understanding of our profession to every decision, informed by years of experience and the collective knowledge and passion of our shared network.

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Delivery with intent

We execute with discipline and professional judgement. Proven standards of excellence ensure consistency, while considered flexibility enables us to tailor our approach as circumstances evolve.

BECOME AN AGENT

Your career as a real estate agent in the premium segment

Leverage Engel & Völkers' international success and give your career as a premium real estate advisor decisive momentum.

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Work locally - act globally

Are you interested in a career as a real estate agent working for an international company? Whether you are new to the business or an established expert - apply now!

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