Essen
Essen · North Rhine-Westphalia
← Back to all citiesIndustrial heritage, green, affordable
A central Ruhr city that transformed from heavy industry into a hub for energy, services and culture (a former European Capital of Culture). Affordable with surprisingly green surroundings.
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~€900
Monthly budget
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~€400
Average rent
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~€40
Transport pass
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580,000
Population
Why students love it
- ✓Affordable rents
- ✓Headquarters of major energy companies
- ✓Greener than its industrial reputation
- ✓Central in the densely populated Ruhr area
Universities here
- 🎓University of Duisburg-Essen
💡 Budget-friendly student city.