What Lingen has to offer
Living & studying in Lingen – your university town on the Ems
Lingen is a young, dynamic city with a lively student scene. As the location of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, the city offers an ideal mix of urban flair and natural recreation. Whether culture, leisure, or student life, in Lingen you will find everything that makes your studies varied and exciting. Find out here what makes Lingen so special as a university city!
Living in Lingen
Lingen combines modern city life with a relaxed atmosphere. The city center offers a good mix of shopping, cafés, and restaurants, while the many green spaces ensure a pleasant quality of life. Thanks to good transport connections, everything is within easy reach – whether by bike, bus, or on foot.
Students benefit from affordable housing in the form of shared rooms, student residences, or their own apartments. In addition, there are numerous leisure activities that enrich everyday life and make Lingen an attractive place to study. You can find more information on the topics of housing and mobility on the corresponding subpages.
Discover Lingen and the surrounding area
Lingen is located in the heart of the Emsland region and offers numerous opportunities to enjoy nature. Whether cycling along the Ems, walking through the extensive parks, or taking trips to the surrounding moors and forests. If you enjoy spending time in nature, this is the place for you.
In the surrounding area, you will find idyllic villages, impressive landscapes, and exciting destinations for excursions.
Experience culture in Lingen – theater, events, and the creative scene
Lingen offers a wide range of cultural activities – from theater performances and live music to city festivals. The Theater an der Wilhelmshöhe, the Professorenhaus, and the Theaterpädagogisches Zentrum (TPZ) are fixtures on the cultural scene.
There are also numerous events for students where they can meet new people and find creative inspiration.
Leisure activities in Lingen – recreation & experiences
Lingen offers numerous opportunities for active and varied leisure activities. Whether it's a relaxing afternoon in the park, sporting activities, or exciting experiences – there is plenty to do in Lingen.
The city has a wide range of leisure activities on offer, including swimming pools, cycling and hiking trails, and sports clubs. You can find out more on the subpage on leisure in Lingen.