Experience in Berlin, Germany by Marina

What is it like to live in Berlin? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Berlin is a great city for students, everyone is really open-minded and most Germans living here are speaking English. Berlins slogan is: poor but sexy. This means living here is cheap and you still can enjoy the lifestyle of a European capital.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Berlin?

There are special student parties every week, where you can meet other students from all over the world.

How much does it cost to live in Berlin?

It is really cheap in comparison to other German cities.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Berlin? Is there any advice you can give?

A lot of student accommodation, furnished apartments or shared flats exist in Berlin. So it is quite easy to find a place to live.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

My favourite food is Italian, but you can get everything from Chinese, Japanese, French as well as normal fast food to typical German food.

What places would you recommend visiting in Berlin?

I would recommend to visit Friedrichstraße for great nightlife activities.

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Is it good to eat out in Berlin? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

My favourite place is Trattoria del Corso in Schöneberg, but you will find great restaurants everywhere.

Is the nightlife good in Berlin? Where is good to go?

Friedrichstraße or Friedrichshain it can be crazy.

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What advice would you give future students heading to Berlin?

Just enjoy as much as you can!