I’m an international student and I am currently deciding between studying in Aachen and other bigger cities, and I’d love to hear from people who actually live there.
How is Aachen as a city for students outside of academics? Is it easy to make friends especially as a foreign woman(I speak German albeit not perfect)? Is there enough nightlife, events, etc., or does it start feeling repetitive after a while?
I’m not expecting Berlin-level nightlife, but I’d like a city where weekends are fun and there’s always something to do. I also like the idea of having a good student community rather than just a city that’s big.
For those of you who study or live in Aachen, what do you enjoy most about it? And what are the biggest downsides?
I’d really appreciate honest opinions from people who’ve actually experienced student life there.
The main reason I am reallllly attracted to the idea of studying in Aachen vs. a big city is the housing situation tbh. I can realistically find a studio in a few months and live comfortably, whereas in a city like Berlin, that’s a pipe dream for a student.