Erasmus Experience in Krems an der Donau, Austria by Anna

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Why did you choose to go to Krems an der Donau, Austria?

Mainly, I chose Austria because of the location in the middle of Europe.

Also because I'm a lover of the winter and I have been snowboarding in the Alps, which is so amazing!

Despite all this, also I have to say that the University of Krems ad Donau has a really good reputation in Europe.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Krems an der Donau?

Krems is a true students town. It's not big, but in my case I think it's perfect because you can go out every night with different people and take a beer or start a party!

Would you recommend the city and the University of Krems an der Donau to other students?

Definitely YES. Sure, the university it's cool, you will meet people all over the world, and it's one of the best countries to travel around.

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What is the food like?

The food in Austria is... well, in my opinion I'm from Barcelona, so nothing it's better than my mediterranean food. But, anyways they have really dishes. There are restaurants with sushi, there are kebabs, italian restaurants... I mean I think the food it's not a problem.

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Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Krems an der Donau?

In my case, no. I was living in Krems in a flat with two austrian girls. There are 2 big residences... The only thing you have to do is get in contact with the university and they will find you the type of accommodation you want.

How much does it cost to live in Krems an der Donau?

Austria is expensive respect Spain. Just a comment but I had never paid 4€ for a beer, and in Austria you're not going to pay less than 3, 70 for one.

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

Everybody know english, but, in my opinion better if you have a medium-high level of english. In most of the cases the teachers are german... so some of them have a strong accent that makes a little bit difficult to understand somethings. But the level of the class it's appropriate.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Krems an der Donau from your city?

From Barcelona, by plane.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Krems an der Donau?

You will know like your home: XO, Qstall and Marquée. Trust me.

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And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Krems an der Donau?

You can choose depending on your money... the only fact that you have to remind is the hours. At 7pm it's everything closed...

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Krems an der Donau in the future?

Yes. If you can choose between 1year or just one semester... please choose one year or you will regret it.

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