City guide
Göttingen
Everyday places around the city centre for a student arriving from India — from OpenStreetMap, plus what the universities themselves say about living here.
63
Supermarkets within 4 km
3
Indian / Asian groceries
7
Indian restaurants
23
Pharmacies within 3 km
0
Temples & gurdwaras
Main station: Göttingen (0.8 km from the centre)
Indian & Asian groceries
Found by their names in OpenStreetMap (e.g. 'India', 'Asia', 'Spice', 'Bazaar'). Check opening hours and what they stock before you go.
Supermarkets
63 supermarkets within 4 km of the centre, by chain.
Indian restaurants
Hindu temples & gurdwaras
None found within 15 km.
Hospitals
In an emergency call 112 (ambulance, fire) — free, 24/7.
Public universities in Göttingen
University of Göttingen
36 courses · buddy programmeLiving costs (university's estimate) The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health insurance and books are about 800 to 1,000 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age. International students should note that it is not possible to study in Germany without sufficient financing. Further information on the requirements for non-EU citizens (proof of finances) can be found on the Visa and Residence Permit page of the International Office .
Accommodation (university's description)
The Accommodation Service of the International Office supports international students who are enrolled at the University of Göttingen in finding accommodation and serves as a point of contact for related queries. The Accommodation Service also publishes suitable offers from private landlords in Göttingen and collaborates with the Student Services ("Studierendenwerk"). As the number of available accommodation options in Göttingen is limited, it is highly recommended to contact the Accommodation Service as early as possible.