Experience in Kaiserslautern, Germany by Sarah

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

Living in Kaiserslautern is really comfortable. It is a small town where you can reach any location pretty fast. It is an international city because nearby there is the biggest U. S. Military Airport in Europe and it is IT- and University location.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Kaiserslautern?

In Kaiserslautern, you'll find Campus University. It is situated next to one of the biggest forest areas in Europe. If you want to have a break you can borrow a mountain bike from uni-Sports or hang out in one of the swimming pools or lakes. The cultural offers are often cheaper for students and downtown there are a lot of pubs and places where young people meet. There is every week an event at university(faculty parties, open-air cinema, international and country evenings). There are a lot of city departments just populated by students.

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How much does it cost to live in Kaiserslautern?

It is not that expensive, on average you pay 200- 400€ depends on sharing a flat or living by yourself.

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

It is not that difficult. There are a lot of organisations, that can assist you. Like ISGS or Studentenwerk.

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

People here love meat and potatoes. Because this area is near to France there is a nice cuisine culture. There are many specialities like sausage of horse or "saumaagen". For sure you will find Schnitzel in every corner of this city, but you'll also find international food from Asia to Africa and South-America. I love german bread.

What places would you recommend visiting in Kaiserslautern?

Humbergturm, the beautiful Karlstalschlucht, the soccer-stadium, Kaiserbrunnen, Pfalzgally and Gartenschau.

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

Sam Kullmas Diner and Cantina mexicana (American), Safari (East African), Julien (French).

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

Disco: Nachtschicht with three floors. Pflaumenbaum : Partypub. In the old town you'll find nice English pubs, like Gusto at Schillerplatz (bar) or 21-lounge (not cheap but visit one time to have a nice view over the city with a fancy drink). if you like rock, metal and alternative music: got to Wladi Rockstock, Benderhof and Underground.

What advice would you give future students heading to Kaiserslautern?

Try not to stay in one network, get in touch with the origins, they are really funny people when the ice is melted. Go to the park at night, visit the nice forest and lakes, go swimming at the Waschmühle and use the central location to visit France, Heidelberg, Schwarzwald, Deutsche Weinstraße.