Erasmus Experience in Darmstadt, Germany, by ASira

Why did you choose to go to Darmstadt, Germany?

It is near to Frankfurt.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

6 months and 950€ per month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Darmstadt?

Thursday = party.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Darmstadt to other students?

Yes.

What is the food like?

There is so much variety.

Did you take a lot to find your accommodation in Darmstadt?

No.

How much does it cost to live in Darmstadt?

400 euros for the room.

100 euros for groceries + eating outside sometimes.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

No.

I speak English and French in my internship.

What's the easiest or most economic way to travel to Darmstadt from your city?

By plane.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Darmstadt?

To the city center.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Darmstadt?

• Extrablatt
• Salsalitos
• Zendo

What good cultural places are there to visit?

• Mathildenhöhe
• Waldspirale

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Darmstadt in the future?

It's a small but cool city.