Student Life

Giessen- a vibrant mixture of history and modernity 

SPEND YOUR SUMMER IN THE HEART OF EUROPE!

The city where the Justus-Liebig university is located is the place you will spend the most time. With around 80,000 inhabitants, Giessen is a lively, vibrant and welcoming city. The large student population shapes Giessen’s physical appearance, its artistic and cultural scene (f.e. the local museums Liebig-Museum or Mathematikum), and numerous nightlife events. Sophisticated shopping areas, vibrant bars and restaurants, as well as the city theater are popular local attractions. In the summer, Giessen’s riverside restaurants and traditional beer gardens are an absolute must visit. Any place in town can be reached quickly and conveniently, whether by foot or by bus (which is free of charge for Summer School participants).

Those who wish to take a break from the hustle and bustle can take full advantage of the natural beauty Giessen is known for. The city offers several parks and a botanical garden maintained by the university, which is the oldest botanical garden in Germany. Several lakes nearby are ideal for swimming and water sports. Former monasteries and castles attract tourists from near and far. In Badenburg castle you can dine like a knight during the Middle Ages. 

We want to give you the opportunity to see more than the university and your dorm, so you can join us on activities to explore Giessen! Nevertheless you will also have the time to explore Giessen on your own but we want to show you the places that are a little more hidden. We can not wait to show you our beautiful home town!