Erasmus Experience in Würzburg, Germany by Ali Mert

Why did you choose to go to Würzburg, Germany?

Wuerzburg is a small city, but very historical. I love the climate.

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

Student housing costs about 200 euros per month. You need 150-200 euros excluding dormitory payment.

What is the student lifestyle like in Würzburg?

You can find Erasmus party every day and when you come to the German course, you will meet a lot of Erasmus student. The way back is a problem because you cannot find a bus after 12:00.

What is the food like?

You can find your city's food in real market, there are a lot of doner's house but my favourite is at the zallhaus galgamberg (bus station) UNI DONER.

For groceries, you should look for ALDI supermarket, NORMA, and REAL(a little expensive but very big).

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Würzburg?

194 euros and you have to pay 330 euros of deposit.

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

You can speak German in 2 months, if you study (I didn't).

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

When you take your student card, all busses and trains are for free in Würzburg.

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

Brauhaus is our center.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Würzburg?

Don't go to Sultan Doner.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

You can find a lot of churches to visit, they are very beautiful, and you have to visit the castle and the church that are on the hill(you will see them from the city center).

Is there any other advice that you could give to future students who are going to Würzburg?

You should bring your jacket.