In short
Würzburg is a rural district (Landkreis) in Bavaria with 162,216 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). There is no university in Würzburg district itself; the nearest is University of Würzburg in Würzburg, about 5 km away. Summers average 18.9 °C and winters 1.8 °C, with about 609 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).
Würzburg district in numbers
- Population
- Area
968.35 km²Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)
- People per km²
- Universities in the district
- Nearest university
University of Würzburg, WürzburgWhere Is My Uni? catalogue (opens in a new tab)
About 5 km away in a straight line
- Average temperature
10.1 °C a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Rain
609 mm a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Sunshine
1,725 hours a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Frost days
72 a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
About Würzburg district
Landkreis Würzburg is the rural district surrounding the separate city of Würzburg in Bavaria. Vineyards, small towns and villages shape the area; the city and district share the regional public transport network. (NVM (opens in a new tab))
Useful places to compare include Ochsenfurt, Veitshöchheim, Gerbrunn, Rottendorf and Randersacker. They belong to the district, but offer different settings for everyday life. (District municipality directory (opens in a new tab)) Wine festivals, local clubs, museums and small theatres are prominent parts of the district’s cultural life. (Landkreis Würzburg (opens in a new tab))
Main towns
Ochsenfurt
A town on the Main with a historic centre and the traditional Pfingstritt procession. (Town of Ochsenfurt (opens in a new tab))
Veitshöchheim
Known for the Rococo garden surrounding the former summer palace of Würzburg’s prince-bishops. (Municipality (opens in a new tab))
Gerbrunn
A practical housing option for Hubland students: a private student residence at Casteller Platz advertises walking access to the campus. (Residence provider (opens in a new tab))
Rottendorf
Home to the S.OLIVER GROUP headquarters, which offers internships and working-student opportunities. (S.OLIVER GROUP (opens in a new tab))
Randersacker
A wine-growing village with a protected historic centre and walking routes along the Main and through vineyards. (Franconia Tourism (opens in a new tab))
Nearest universities
No university in Würzburg district itself — these are the nearest (straight-line distance).
There is no university in Landkreis Würzburg itself. The nearest options are the University of Würzburg, Hochschule für Musik Würzburg and THWS in the separate city of Würzburg. Choose accommodation around your actual teaching location: Gerbrunn’s private student residence advertises proximity to Hubland, while Ochsenfurt has direct trains to Würzburg Hbf taking roughly 20 minutes, before any onward campus journey. (Gerbrunn residence (opens in a new tab), Rail timetable (opens in a new tab)) The district is worth considering if you prefer a smaller community and are comfortable planning your commute. Employer-based routes also exist: s.Oliver advertises apprenticeships and cooperative degree programmes. (S.OLIVER GROUP (opens in a new tab))
University of Würzburg
Würzburg · 5 km away · 286 courses
Hochschule für Musik Würzburg
Würzburg · 6 km away · 64 courses
Technische Hochschule Würzburg-Schweinfurt
Würzburg · 6 km away · 3 courses
DHBW Mosbach
Bad Mergentheim · 30 km away · 1 courses
Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS)
Schweinfurt · 40 km away · 64 courses
Housing
Compare accommodation municipality by municipality; the available evidence does not establish that the district has a relaxed or uniformly cheaper student housing market. Gerbrunn has private student accommodation, and the Studierendenwerk’s private-room service covers Würzburg and its surrounding region. (Studierendenwerk (opens in a new tab)) Ask for the complete monthly cost and check the journey to your teaching building before choosing a room.
How to find a place
- Use the Studierendenwerk’s private-room search, which publishes offers for Würzburg and the surrounding region. (Studierendenwerk (opens in a new tab))
- Search WG-Gesucht using individual municipality names, including Gerbrunn, Rottendorf and Veitshöchheim; the university recommends WG-Gesucht for shared accommodation. (University housing guidance (opens in a new tab))
- Contact the Casteller Platz provider in Gerbrunn directly for a current quote and availability; its accommodation is restricted to students enrolled at a Würzburg higher education institution. (Residence provider (opens in a new tab))
- Check Main-Post property advertisements and furnished temporary accommodation options listed by the university. (University housing guidance (opens in a new tab))
Student residences
Studentenwohnheim Würzburg/Gerbrunn – Casteller Platz apartments (opens in a new tab)
W. Kleibe, private provider
Furnished student apartments in Gerbrunn; the provider lists heating, electricity, water and internet as included in the warm rent but publishes no price. (Accommodation (opens in a new tab), Provider details (opens in a new tab))
Cost of living
For University of Würzburg students, the semester contribution is €182.10 from winter semester 2026/27, including €110.10 for the semester ticket and €72 for the Studierendenwerk. (University (opens in a new tab)) WVV lists the eligible student Deutschlandticket upgrade at an additional €24.65 per month from 1 October 2026. (WVV (opens in a new tab)) A reliable district-wide rent comparison with major German cities was not established. Compare warm rent and transport together; a lower advertised rent is only useful if the commute works for you.
Jobs & employers
The district offers more than tourism-related work: verified employers include fashion headquarters in Rottendorf, industrial coding equipment production in Veitshöchheim and sugar manufacturing in Ochsenfurt. (S.OLIVER GROUP (opens in a new tab), Koenig & Bauer (opens in a new tab), Südzucker (opens in a new tab)) For degree-related experience, s.Oliver explicitly offers working-student placements and internships, with internship areas including IT, e-commerce, marketing, HR and design. (Student careers (opens in a new tab))
Typical student jobs
- Working-student placements at s.Oliver; check the current department and location when applying. (Student careers (opens in a new tab))
- Café and hospitality service in Veitshöchheim, including the Hotel Weißes Lamm’s café operation; ask about student-compatible shifts. (Hotel careers (opens in a new tab))
- Household assistance and support work at Sozialstation St. Stephanus in Veitshöchheim, which offers part-time and minijob arrangements; confirm the role’s qualification requirements. (Employer (opens in a new tab))
Major employers
S.OLIVER GROUP (opens in a new tab)
Fashion and retail
Headquarters in Rottendorf; offers internships, working-student placements and routes into vocational training or cooperative study. (Employer (opens in a new tab))
Koenig & Bauer Coding (opens in a new tab)
Industrial marking and coding technology
Develops and manufactures product-marking systems at its Veitshöchheim site. (Employer (opens in a new tab))
Südzucker (opens in a new tab)
Food manufacturing
Operates the Ochsenfurt sugar factory, processing sugar beet during the seasonal campaign; its site page does not establish current student vacancies. (Employer (opens in a new tab))
Getting around
NVM coordinates regional public transport, with APG providing advice for journeys in Landkreis Würzburg. (NVM (opens in a new tab)) Ochsenfurt–Würzburg Hbf takes approximately 20 minutes on many direct regional services in the published 2026 timetable; allow additional time to reach your campus. (Rail timetable (opens in a new tab)) The Würzburg semester ticket covers the former VVM area, including the district, according to the Studierendenwerk; it should not be assumed to cover the entire expanded NVM network. (Studierendenwerk (opens in a new tab)) The Deutschlandticket covers local and regional public transport nationwide, but not ordinary long-distance travel. (NVM Deutschlandticket (opens in a new tab)) Check evening and weekend journeys before signing a tenancy.
- Main stations
- Ochsenfurt — direct regional services to Würzburg and towards Ansbach. (Timetable (opens in a new tab))
- Rottendorf — a district railway station to consider when comparing accommodation. (DB station information (opens in a new tab))
- Veitshöchheim — a district railway station with published departure information. (DB station information (opens in a new tab))
- Würzburg Hbf — outside the district, in Würzburg city; the principal onward connection for university and airport journeys. (University travel guidance (opens in a new tab))
- Nearest airport
Nuremberg Airport (NUE)
A nearby passenger-airport option: take the U2 to Nürnberg Hbf, then a train to Würzburg. University guidance puts the ICE leg at about one hour, excluding the airport transfer and onward district journey. Frankfurt Airport is another useful option, with direct ICE travel to Würzburg taking approximately 1½ hours. (University travel guidance (opens in a new tab))
Weather & seasons
Long-term averages from the German Weather Service station Würzburg (4 km from the district centre), 1991–2020.
Winter
1.8 °C
50 mm rain a month
2 h sun a day
Spring
10.2 °C
44 mm rain a month
5.9 h sun a day
Summer
18.9 °C
59 mm rain a month
7.5 h sun a day
Autumn
9.9 °C
49 mm rain a month
3.6 h sun a day
Expect cold, sometimes frosty winters, gradually warmer spring days and summers with occasional hot spells. Bring layers and rain protection for commuting throughout the year. Spring through autumn offers opportunities for vineyard walks around Randersacker, while Veitshöchheim’s garden remains accessible in winter, with shorter opening hours. (Randersacker (opens in a new tab), Garden opening information (opens in a new tab))
Culture, language & food
Wine festivals, amateur theatre, choirs and sports clubs are established parts of community life across the district. Joining a local club is one practical way to build a social circle beyond your university. (Landkreis Würzburg (opens in a new tab)) Ochsenfurt’s Pfingstritt combines a mounted religious procession, music and a separate riverside Bratwurstfest. (Town of Ochsenfurt (opens in a new tab))
Think of the district as a base for local festivals and smaller-community life. If frequent late nights in Würzburg are important to you, make the last return connection part of your housing decision.
English can help in international university and workplace settings, but plan to develop German for everyday life and employment. The University of Würzburg’s Career Centre identifies B2 German as important for entering the regional labour market and notes that German helps even in English-speaking jobs. Treat this as careers guidance, not a universal admissions requirement. (University Career Centre (opens in a new tab))
Local food
Franconian wine
Wine-growing is central to Randersacker’s identity, with local wineries, wine festivals and a traditional vineyard preserved as a museum vineyard. (Franconia Tourism (opens in a new tab))
Bratwurst
A local festival staple: Ochsenfurt’s annual Bratwurstfest pairs sausages with beer and music beside the Main. (Town of Ochsenfurt (opens in a new tab))
Places & events
Places to see
Rokokogarten Veitshöchheim
Garden
Formal paths, sculptures and ornamental water features surround the former prince-bishops’ summer palace. The garden is freely accessible during its opening hours throughout the year. (Municipality (opens in a new tab))
Ochsenfurt historic centre
Old town
Explore the old Main bridge and the half-timbered streets used by the town’s traditional Pfingstritt procession. (Town of Ochsenfurt (opens in a new tab))
terroir f Randersacker
Vineyard viewpoint
The viewpoint at the Sonnenstuhlturm, also called the Kartoffelturm, explains the relationship between local geology and wine-growing. (Franconia Tourism (opens in a new tab))
Events
Ochsenfurter Pfingstritt and Bratwurstfest (opens in a new tab)
Whitsun, in May or June
The mounted procession takes place on Whit Monday and is followed by festivities beside the Main. The town confirms the next Pfingstritt for 17 May 2027. (Town of Ochsenfurt (opens in a new tab))
Weinfest im Rokokogarten, Veitshöchheim (opens in a new tab)
Late July to early August
Regional wine and food in the Rococo garden. The municipality confirms the next edition for 30 July–2 August 2027. (Municipality (opens in a new tab))
The old Main bridge in Ochsenfurt
The historic Neues Rathaus in Ochsenfurt
Student experiences
First-hand posts from students in Würzburg district, read by our team before they appear.
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Studying in Würzburg district: FAQ
Is Landkreis Würzburg a good place to live as a student?
It can suit students who prefer a smaller community and can arrange a workable commute. Gerbrunn is worth checking for Hubland: its private student residence advertises walking access to the campus. (Residence provider (opens in a new tab))
Is there a university in Landkreis Würzburg?
There is no university in the district itself. The nearest institutions are the University of Würzburg, Hochschule für Musik Würzburg and THWS in the separate city of Würzburg.
How do I commute from Ochsenfurt to Würzburg?
Direct regional trains connect Ochsenfurt with Würzburg Hbf in approximately 20 minutes on many services. This is station-to-station time; add the journey to your teaching building. (Published timetable (opens in a new tab))
Is housing in Landkreis Würzburg cheaper than in the city?
The verified sources do not establish a consistent district-wide saving. Compare current warm rents and commuting costs; the private student accommodation provider in Gerbrunn lists included utilities but does not publish a rent figure. (Provider (opens in a new tab))
Does the Würzburg semester ticket cover the district?
Yes: the Studierendenwerk states that the ticket covers the former VVM area, including Landkreis Würzburg. Do not assume that it covers every destination in the larger NVM network. (Studierendenwerk (opens in a new tab))
What student jobs are available in Landkreis Würzburg?
Examples include working-student placements at s.Oliver in Rottendorf, café service in Veitshöchheim and part-time household or support work with local care services. Availability, shifts and qualifications must be checked with the employer. (s.Oliver (opens in a new tab), Hotel Weißes Lamm (opens in a new tab), Sozialstation St. Stephanus (opens in a new tab))
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Sources & photo credits
Last updated November 2026. Population and area: Destatis. Weather: Deutscher Wetterdienst. Universities and courses: our catalogue. Everything else was researched from the sources below and checked — how we research these guides.
Sources
- Landkreis Würzburg — municipality directory (opens in a new tab)
- Landkreis Würzburg — community, economy and culture (opens in a new tab)
- NVM — Landkreis Würzburg transport (opens in a new tab)
- Ochsenfurt — Pfingstritt and Bratwurstfest (opens in a new tab)
- Veitshöchheim — Rococo garden (opens in a new tab)
- Veitshöchheim — wine festival (opens in a new tab)
- Franconia Tourism — Randersacker (opens in a new tab)
- Franconia Tourism — food and wine in Randersacker (opens in a new tab)
- Franconia Tourism — terroir f Randersacker (opens in a new tab)
- Studierendenwerk — private housing and other residences (opens in a new tab)
- Gerbrunn student accommodation — provider (opens in a new tab)
- Gerbrunn accommodation — provider legal details (opens in a new tab)
- University of Würzburg — housing guidance (opens in a new tab)
- University of Würzburg — semester contribution (opens in a new tab)
- Studierendenwerk — semester ticket coverage (opens in a new tab)
- WVV — student Deutschlandticket upgrade (opens in a new tab)
- NVM — Deutschlandticket (opens in a new tab)
- Arverio — Würzburg–Treuchtlingen timetable for 2026 (opens in a new tab)
- DB — Rottendorf station (opens in a new tab)
- DB — Veitshöchheim station (opens in a new tab)
- University Biocenter — campus and airport travel (opens in a new tab)
- S.OLIVER GROUP — locations and career entry (opens in a new tab)
- S.OLIVER GROUP — students and graduates (opens in a new tab)
- Koenig & Bauer — Veitshöchheim site (opens in a new tab)
- Südzucker — Ochsenfurt factory (opens in a new tab)
- Hotel Weißes Lamm — careers (opens in a new tab)
- Sozialstation St. Stephanus — employment options (opens in a new tab)
- University Career Centre — international students and German skills (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons — Veitshöchheim garden photograph (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons — Ochsenfurt bridge photograph (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons — Ochsenfurt town hall photograph (opens in a new tab)
Photo credits
- Veitshöchheim palace and its formal court garden — Stefan Oemisch (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 4.0
- The old Main bridge in Ochsenfurt — Tilman2007 (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 3.0
- The historic Neues Rathaus in Ochsenfurt — Dguendel (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 4.0
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