Erasmus Experience in Trier, Germany by Dana

Why did you choose to go to Trier, Germany?

Because it is a quite city with very nice people, it is full of students and it has a good location for other cities in Germany and for other countries in Europe.

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

I will be staying for a year and I receive more than 700 euros per month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Trier?

There are good transportation, people are friendly and many Erasmus make some new activities every week. I usually go to different cities to see other parts in Germany because Trier has a good location for someone who want to discover other cities.

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

Yes I definitely recommend it.

What is the food like?

All fast food are available, there are pretty good Chinese restaurants. Also, there are many Indians and Italian.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Trier?

It didn't cost me to find an accommodation. It was easy to find it from some websites.

How much does it cost to live in Trier?

Around 700 euros.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Trier from your city?

I live in Jordan so the only way is by plane.

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

There are many different bars and Hooka Shisha lounges.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There are different churches and Porta Nigra, the oldest Roman gate in the city centre.

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

Enjoy it!