Experience in Potsdam, Germany by Isabelle

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

The city is very charming and small. You can walk or take a bike there to explore the gardens and castles.

What is the student lifestyle like in Potsdam?

There is a very vivid student life in Potsdam. The community is very close, because Potsdam is small an a lot of Berliners study in Potsdam. It is a student city.

How much does it cost to live in Potsdam?

Potsdam is a bit more expensive than Berlin.

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

Go for shared flats or student housing and you will find something.

What places would you recommend visiting in Potsdam?

Visit the park and castle of Sanssouci and the castle Neues Palais. The city center is cute and you can have a walk. In addition you should visit the huge Filmpark in Potsdam Babelsberg. There are a lot of water activities you can do in Potsdam.

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

Potsdam is good, but not on every corner you can find something. The city center and touristic sights have always something for you.

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

There isn´t a huge nightlife there, but Berlin is close.

What advice would you give future students heading to Potsdam?

Explore every bit of Potsdam.

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