Big city and country life, both are possible in Bielefeld. The city has a beautiful medieval old town and many green squares. Low prices and short distances make Bielefeld an ideal place for studying but also for family life. History of Bielefeld Bielefeld was founded in the 9th century and was a regional trading...

If you ask someone who is not a Wuppertal resident what makes Wuppertal special, the answer is usually: the suspension railway. Although this is not an incorrect statement, after all the suspension railway is the city’s calling card and is world famous, the Bergisch metropolis has much more to offer than just...

Wuppertal is a city that is associated with the hanging train. However, the city has much more to offer, for students, families, and job seekers. Here are a few factors that will help you decide on your next move to Wuppertal, Germany.  Varied nightlife If you want to party on, there is dance music for...

1. The Hanging Train  The Hanging Railway is probably the first association with Wuppertal. Since 1901, it has been carrying Wuppertalians safely through the valley. Regardless of weather and traffic jams, 85,000 passengers pass through the city every day. Now also in new, comfortable carriages with air...

What is life like in Bochum? Bochum is a city where a lot of people from abroad move to, including very many students. If you are there for the first time, it will be hard to convince you to go to another city in Germany, because Bochum will affect you strongly over time. Bochum is a place from which it is easy to...

Located an hour from Brussels, Charleroi is often overlooked by tourists in favour of its more popular neighbour. However, it’s a dream weekend destination for lovers of beer, oozing food and art who are travelling on a budget. 1. Flights into the city are very cheap With direct Ryanair flights for €11 each...

Liege is a city in eastern Belgium, located on the river Meuse. Its historical origins date back to ancient times, when there was a Roman fortified camp called Leodium. Some time later, a settlement was formed around it, which very quickly grew into a larger commercial centre. History of Liege In the second half...

If you are going to visit Duisburg or want to move there, it’s worth knowing what awaits you in the city. Read our posts and you will find out where to stay, what are the attractions of Duisburg and where to spend time in this German city.Here are 5 attractions worth visiting in Duisburg. 1. The Tiger and...

The inhabitants of Nuremberg are basically happy people. According to a survey conducted by the city’s statistics office, they are even happier than the average German. However, there are clear differences between the city’s districts. Happy people in Nuremberg Officials at Nuremberg’s statistics...

Iron, steel and port still characterise Duisburg with its approximately half a million inhabitants. Europe’s largest inland port makes Duisburg not only a logistics centre but also a cultural centre. The inland port is home to numerous restaurants, museums and creative workshops. Also the university district...