Experience in Frankfurt am Main, Germany by Jericho

What is it like to live in Frankfurt am Main? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Living in Frankfurt is very nice. It's a very mixed and multicultural city. It is very busy during the day but very quiet at night.

There are lots of things to do here and loads of companies where you can apply for an internship.

What is the student lifestyle like in Frankfurt am Main?

Throughout the years it has become more and more a student friendly environment. Museums, theaters, parties and so on are suitable for students.

How much does it cost to live in Frankfurt am Main?

It's an expensive city. I live in a 1 room apartment (not bad located) 35 sqm and I am paying €480 without any other expenses such as utilities.

With 15€ you can buy a good meal. Some may say this is expensive but it's a fair price for Frankfurters.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Frankfurt am Main? Is there any advice you can give?

It is difficult to find accommodation in Frankfurt. Though the University of Applied Sciences has a department that supports Erasmus/international students to find a suitable place.

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

Lots of great things! I do like Eritrean, German, Ghanish dishes.

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Most of the good restaurants are not located in the center of Frankfurt but they are very easy to reach.

What places would you recommend visiting in Frankfurt am Main?

For students I will say: the Goethe-University Campus. The library is humungous and neatly designed.

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Is it good to eat out in Frankfurt am Main? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

• Savannah

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• Im Herzen Afrikas

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• Kenkey House

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• Aroydee

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• Conrads

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• Apfelwein Solzer

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Is the nightlife good in Frankfurt am Main? Where is good to go?

I don't go out much to parties. There are some good events and they always change the location of the parties.

What advice would you give future students heading to Frankfurt am Main?

Have enough money and to try to find a place early enough.