Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Klagenfurt

This Austrian city is an ideal destination if you want to improve or learn the German language while getting to know the local culture in a small city, but one that is full of natural sites to enjoy. The student environment is indeed quieter than in other larger cities in Austria, so the preferred option for accommodation by young people is a spare room in a shared flat. In this way, you will be able to live with roommates of different nationalities, sharing moments and fun activities to enrich the experience.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Klagenfurt

The following are some pros and cons of living in a shared flat in this Austrian city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Klagenfurt

• The cost of accommodation is high, but sharing a flat allows you to have lower expenses per month, being able to make your budget more affordable.
• You will surely find a spare room in a convenient location for you, whether you are going to Alpen Adria University or Carinthia University of Applied Sciences.
• You will be able to choose between single rooms and shared ones, which usually have a cheaper cost.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Klagenfurt

• The demand for this type of accommodation is usually higher than the offer, so finding one that meets all your preferred characteristics can be challenging. Search in advance.
• You have to reach an agreement with your roommates about the use of heating in winter so that none of you gets hot or cold. In addition, you have to see if this expense is included in the cost of the rent or if you have to add an extra at the end of each month.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Klagenfurt

These apps for Erasmus+ are very convenient, as they offer a lot of discounts, services, information and advice from previous students on living in Klagenfurt. For example, one of the tips given by young people is that there are various transport discount cards that you can consider, such as the ÖBB Vorteilscard or the Freizeit-Ticket Kärnten or Einfach-Raus-Ticket for weekend group trips.

How to meet people in Klagenfurt?

In this section, we advise you on some ways you have to meet people in the Austrian city:

Student associations in Klagenfurt

One of the favourite associations for young internationals is the ESN Entrée Klagenfurt, in which student volunteers facilitate integration into the city and the university. You can also join the ESN ALPS if you like winter sports and want to ski or snowboard in winter.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Klagenfurt

The most active groups on this platform are those of the ESN, where you can see the different activities that are planned throughout the year. For example, some of the activities that you can join are usually bar outings, brunch, comedy and game nights, and theme parties, among others.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Klagenfurt

You will find both Whatsapp and Telegram groups to join. Take the opportunity to introduce yourself, comment on some characteristics about yourself and find young people who have similar hobbies or interests that you can share, like going skiing in winter!

Tips for sharing a student flat in Klagenfurt

Keep these tips related to living in a shared flat in mind:

• Normally, the preferred neighbourhoods by young people are in the city centre (Innere Stadt) and its surroundings, such as St. Martin and St. Veiter Vorstadt.
• As there is little nightlife in Klagenfurt, Erasmus students tend to have a lot of gatherings and parties in the apartments and residences. You should ask what the atmosphere is in the apartment you will stay in so that everyone agrees and there are no problems in coexistence.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Klagenfurt

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