# Study in Vorpommern-Greifswald district, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania

> Vorpommern-Greifswald is a rural district (Landkreis) in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania with 224,956 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). It has one university: University of Greifswald (Greifswald). Summers average 17.6 °C and winters 1.3 °C, with about 550 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).

Vorpommern-Greifswald is a Baltic coastal district with university life in Greifswald, Usedom beaches and a rural inland landscape.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 224,956 | Destatis, 31 Dec 2024 |
| Area | 3,946.18 km² | Destatis |
| Universities in the district | 1 | Where Is My Uni? catalogue |
| Nearest university | Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences, Neubrandenburg (41 km) | Where Is My Uni? catalogue |
| Typical student rent | €280–327 per month — Single room in a two- or three-person apartment at Max-Kade-Haus, Greifswald. The operator’s undated listing includes heating, electricity, water and internet; checked November 2026. This is a residence price, not a district-wide market average. | [source](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9) |
| Mean temperature | 9.2 °C (summer 17.6 °C, winter 1.3 °C) | DWD 1991–2020 |
| Rain | 550 mm a year | DWD 1991–2020 |
| Sunshine | 1,745 hours a year | DWD 1991–2020 |

## About Vorpommern-Greifswald district

Vorpommern-Greifswald stretches from the Greifswalder Bodden to the Szczecin Lagoon in eastern Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, bordering Poland and Brandenburg. Greifswald is the district seat; Anklam, Wolgast and Pasewalk are other important towns. ([District overview](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landkreis_Vorpommern-Greifswald))

The district combines Usedom’s sandy Baltic coast with lagoons, wetlands and agricultural countryside. Greifswald adds a university setting and a historic centre shaped by Hanseatic trade and brick Gothic architecture. Choosing a particular town matters more for everyday student life than choosing the district as a whole. ([Landscape](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landkreis_Vorpommern-Greifswald), [Greifswald old town](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/historische-altstadt/))

- **Greifswald**: The district seat and university town, with a historic centre of brick churches and merchant houses. ([District overview](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landkreis_Vorpommern-Greifswald), [City guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/historische-altstadt/))
- **Anklam**: A town on the Peene whose museums explore local history and the work of aviation pioneer Otto Lilienthal. ([Anklam museums](https://www.anklam.de/Leben-in-Anklam/Bibliotheken-Museen/Museen))
- **Wolgast**: A historic harbour town beside the Peenestrom, connected by bridges to Usedom. ([Wolgast](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolgast))
- **Pasewalk**: An inland town on the regional railway linking Berlin, Anklam, Greifswald and Stralsund. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk))

## Universities

The University of Greifswald is in the district; neighbouring university towns include Stralsund and Neubrandenburg. For regular classes in Greifswald, living in the city is the most straightforward starting point. As an indication of the district’s scale, published regional services take about an hour between Greifswald and Pasewalk, before any journey to your accommodation or teaching building. Check the complete commute before choosing an inland town or coastal address. This setting is worth considering if you want student clubs alongside access to the coast and countryside. ([DB timetable](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_2252.pdf), [Student clubs](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/uni-region/studentenclubs/))

- **University of Greifswald** (Greifswald) — 152 courses

## Housing

Do not assume that a rural district means an effortless housing search in Greifswald. The university says demand is higher around semester start and that applying for a residence does not guarantee a room. Start early and keep shared flats as a parallel option. ([University housing guidance](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/wohnen/wohnen-in-greifswald/))

**How to find a place**

- Apply online to Studierendenwerk Greifswald early. The university says applications open six months before semester start and do not initially require an admission letter. ([University housing guidance](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/wohnen/wohnen-in-greifswald/))
- Search WG-Gesucht and Kleinanzeigen for Greifswald, and check noticeboards in university institutes and dining halls. These are channels recommended by the university. ([Housing search](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/wohnen/wohnen-in-greifswald/))
- Check WVG Greifswald and WGG Greifswald, both linked from the university’s accommodation page. ([Local housing providers](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/wohnen/wohnen-in-greifswald/))
- For a private apartment, consult Greifswald’s 2026 Mietspiegel and its address-specific rent calculator; do not treat a dorm price as the going rate for an entire apartment. ([City rent reference](https://www.greifswald.de/de/mein-greifswald/wohnen/mietspiegel-heizspiegel/mietspiegel/index.html))

**Student residences**

- [Max-Kade-Haus, Hans-Beimler-Straße 9](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9) (Studierendenwerk Greifswald): Offers individual apartments, rooms in shared apartments and accessible rooms in Greifswald’s Südstadt. ([Residence details](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9))
- [Wohnheim Makarenkostraße 47 a–c](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheim-makarenkostrasse-47-a-c) (Studierendenwerk Greifswald): Offers shared-apartment rooms, individual apartments and family accommodation in Greifswald. ([Residence details](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheim-makarenkostrasse-47-a-c))
- [Fleischerwiese I und II](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheime-fleischerwiese-i-und-ii) (Studierendenwerk Greifswald): Greifswald residence complexes with single rooms, accessible accommodation and family apartments. ([Residence details](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheime-fleischerwiese-i-und-ii))

## Cost of living

Published residence prices provide a useful starting point: Fleischerwiese complex I lists single rooms at €276–288 per month, while Makarenkostraße lists rooms with a private bathroom in a shared apartment at €380, including utilities and internet. These are specific accommodation options, not a complete monthly budget. ([Fleischerwiese](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheime-fleischerwiese-i-und-ii), [Makarenkostraße](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheim-makarenkostrasse-47-a-c)) The university’s dedicated costs page lists €152 on initial enrolment and €127 on subsequent re-registration; confirm the amount in your enrolment notice because another university information page gives conflicting figures. ([University costs](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/study/prior-to-studies/costs-and-financing/), [International student information](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/study/studying-in-greifswald/how-to-studying-in-greifswald/)) A separately purchased Deutschlandticket costs €63 per month through December 2026, rising to €66.80 in January 2027. ([Deutsche Bahn](https://www.bahn.de/angebot/regio/deutschland-ticket))

## Jobs & employers

Greifswald’s university, university medicine and plasma-physics research institute provide concrete routes into academic, healthcare and technical work. The wider district also has agricultural areas and a tourism economy centred on Usedom. For students, match applications to your subject and language skills rather than assuming every major employer offers flexible part-time work. ([University careers](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/universitaet/information/stellenausschreibungen/), [University medicine](https://www.unimedizin-greifswald.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/), [IPP careers](https://careers.plasmaphysics.de/), [District economy](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landkreis_Vorpommern-Greifswald))

- University student-assistant work supporting teaching or research. ([DAAD programme information](https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/detail/6264/))
- Student jobs advertised through Universitätsmedizin Greifswald’s dedicated student recruitment channel. ([University medicine careers](https://www.unimedizin-greifswald.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/))
- Research assistant work and student internships at the Greifswald site of the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics. ([IPP careers](https://careers.plasmaphysics.de/))
- Waiting tables and language teaching, identified as local part-time possibilities in the university’s DAAD programme information. ([DAAD](https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/detail/6264/))

- **University of Greifswald** (Higher education and research): Local employer in research, teaching and university services; consult its central vacancies page. ([University careers](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/universitaet/information/stellenausschreibungen/))
- **Universitätsmedizin Greifswald** (Healthcare and medical research): University medicine employer with dedicated links for student jobs, internships and training. ([Careers](https://www.unimedizin-greifswald.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/))
- **Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, Greifswald** (Fusion research): Research site offering routes for student assistants, internships and bachelor’s or master’s theses. ([IPP careers](https://careers.plasmaphysics.de/))

## Getting around

Greifswald has city buses operated by Stadtwerke, while AVG runs regional buses around Anklam, Greifswald and Wolgast. Check the actual journey for your address, including the return after evening classes. ([Stadtwerke](https://www.sw-greifswald.de/verkehrsbetrieb), [AVG](https://www.avg-bus.de/)) The main railway connects Pasewalk, Anklam, Züssow and Greifswald with Stralsund and Berlin; Züssow is the interchange for Usedom. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk)) Published examples take about 25 minutes from Greifswald to Stralsund and about 2 hours 53 minutes to Berlin Hbf by RE3; some ICE services take about 2 hours 17 minutes. These are station-to-station examples, not guaranteed times for every departure. ([DB timetable](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_2252.pdf)) The Deutschlandticket covers participating local buses and regional trains, but generally excludes ICE, IC and EC services. ([Ticket validity](https://www.bahn.de/angebot/regio/deutschland-ticket))

- Station: Greifswald — regional and long-distance services. ([DB timetable](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_2252.pdf))
- Station: Züssow — interchange between the mainland railway and trains to Usedom. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk))
- Station: Anklam — stop on the Berlin–Greifswald–Stralsund regional corridor. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk))
- Station: Pasewalk — regional rail access in the district’s inland south. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk))
- Nearest airport: Heringsdorf Airport (HDF), Usedom — A local airport option within the district, about 8 km from the seaside resort of Heringsdorf. Its published passenger flights are seasonal, so check operating dates before planning an arrival; the most useful airport depends on your destination and flight origin. ([Usedom tourism](https://usedom.de/urlaub-planen/anreise/anreise-flugzeug))

## Weather & seasons

- Winter: 1.3 °C, 38 mm rain a month, 1.7 h sun a day
- Spring: 8.3 °C, 38 mm rain a month, 6.2 h sun a day
- Summer: 17.6 °C, 63 mm rain a month, 7.6 h sun a day
- Autumn: 9.5 °C, 45 mm rain a month, 3.6 h sun a day

Expect cool winters, a gradual spring and generally mild summers rather than prolonged heat. Bring layers and waterproof clothing for everyday travel, and keep outdoor plans flexible. The cultural calendar offers northern European music in May, maritime celebrations in July and the Usedomer Musikfestival in early autumn. ([Nordischer Klang](https://www.nordischerklang.de/programm), [Fischerfest](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/veranstaltungen/kulturelle-hoehepunkte/Fischerfest/index.html), [Usedomer Musikfestival](https://usedomer-musikfestival.de/en/press/))

## Culture & language

Maritime traditions remain visible in Greifswald-Wieck’s Fischerfest, with historic vessels passing through the lifting bridge. Greifswald’s brick architecture and the Eldena ruins connect local history with Hanseatic trade and Caspar David Friedrich’s painting. ([Fischerfest](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/veranstaltungen/kulturelle-hoehepunkte/Fischerfest/index.html), [Old town](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/historische-altstadt/), [Eldena](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/klosterruine-eldena/))

For student nightlife, Greifswald is the clearest starting point: the university lists student-run clubs organised as associations. The Nordischer Klang programme adds concerts, films, readings and other encounters with northern European culture. Check individual programmes rather than expecting a large-city choice every night. ([Student clubs](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/uni-region/studentenclubs/), [Nordischer Klang](https://www.nordischerklang.de/programm))

English-language information and international support are available through the University of Greifswald, and Max-Kade-Haus lists English-speaking residence tutors. That does not establish English availability with every landlord, employer or public office. ([University international services](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/international/), [Residence support](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9)) As a practical goal, work towards B1–B2 German for greater independence; this is advice, not a university admission threshold. Check your programme’s teaching language and formal requirements separately.

## Local food

- **Fischbrötchen**: Fish-filled bread rolls are a characteristic coastal snack; Greifswald’s official food guide points to the Wieck fishing cooperative and stalls by the museum harbour. ([City food guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/erleben/einkaufen-einkehren/))
- **Räucherfisch and Backfisch**: Smoked fish and battered fried fish feature in the local coastal food offering, including the smokehouse in Greifswald-Wieck. ([City food guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/erleben/einkaufen-einkehren/))

## Events

- **Nordischer Klang** (May): Greifswald’s northern European cultural festival features music, film, readings and discussions; the organiser published a May programme for 2026. ([Programme](https://www.nordischerklang.de/programm))
- **Fischerfest Gaffelrigg** (July): Maritime celebrations in Greifswald-Wieck with traditional vessels, live music and activities along the waterfront; the 2026 edition ran from 17 to 19 July. ([City event page](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/veranstaltungen/kulturelle-hoehepunkte/Fischerfest/index.html))
- **Usedomer Musikfestival** (September–October): Music festival on Usedom; the organiser’s 2026 materials document concerts from September into October, including the opening in Peenemünde. ([Festival organiser](https://usedomer-musikfestival.de/en/press/))

## Places to see

- **Greifswald historic centre** (Old town): Walk between the market’s brick merchant houses, medieval churches and the green belt following the former fortifications. ([City guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/historische-altstadt/))
- **Eldena Abbey ruins** (Historic site): The ruined monastery in Greifswald became a recurring subject in Caspar David Friedrich’s paintings. ([City heritage guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/klosterruine-eldena/))
- **Otto-Lilienthal-Museum, Anklam** (Museum): Explore the work of the Anklam-born aviation pioneer through exhibits about gliders and the history of flight. ([Anklam museums](https://www.anklam.de/Leben-in-Anklam/Bibliotheken-Museen/Museen))
- **Ahlbeck pier** (Coast): A historic pier on Usedom’s Baltic shore, suitable as a landmark for a beach-day outing. ([Ahlbeck pier](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seebr%C3%BCcke_Ahlbeck))

## FAQ

### Is Vorpommern-Greifswald a good place to live as a student?

Greifswald is the most straightforward starting point for university life within the district, with student residences and student-run clubs. Consider other towns only after checking the complete commute to your teaching location. ([Residences](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime), [Student clubs](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/uni-region/studentenclubs/))

### Is there a university in Vorpommern-Greifswald?

Yes. The University of Greifswald is located in Greifswald within the district and provides services for international students. ([University of Greifswald](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/international/))

### How can I commute to Greifswald from elsewhere in the district?

The main regional railway connects Pasewalk, Anklam and Züssow with Greifswald. For an address away from a station, check the connecting bus and evening return before signing a lease. ([DB Regio](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk), [Regional buses](https://www.avg-bus.de/))

### How much does student accommodation in Greifswald cost?

Max-Kade-Haus lists single rooms in shared apartments at €280–327 per month, including utilities and internet, checked November 2026. This is one residence’s published range, not an average for private accommodation or a guarantee of availability. ([Studierendenwerk](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9))

### What student jobs are available in Vorpommern-Greifswald?

Verified routes include student jobs at Universitätsmedizin Greifswald and assistant or internship opportunities at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics. Roles depend on qualifications and current recruitment. ([University medicine](https://www.unimedizin-greifswald.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/), [IPP](https://careers.plasmaphysics.de/))

### Can I travel from Greifswald to Berlin with the Deutschlandticket?

Yes, using covered regional trains: a published direct RE3 example takes about 2 hours 53 minutes to Berlin Hbf. The ticket generally does not cover the faster ICE services. ([DB timetable](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_2252.pdf), [Deutschlandticket validity](https://www.bahn.de/angebot/regio/deutschland-ticket))

## Sources

- [District geography and background](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landkreis_Vorpommern-Greifswald)
- [Greifswald historic centre](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/historische-altstadt/)
- [Anklam museums](https://www.anklam.de/Leben-in-Anklam/Bibliotheken-Museen/Museen)
- [Wolgast background](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolgast)
- [University accommodation guidance](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/wohnen/wohnen-in-greifswald/)
- [Studierendenwerk residence directory](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime)
- [Max-Kade-Haus accommodation and rents](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/max-kade-haus-in-der-hans-beimler-str-9)
- [Makarenkostraße accommodation and rents](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheim-makarenkostrasse-47-a-c)
- [Fleischerwiese accommodation and rents](https://www.stw-greifswald.de/wohnen/wohnheime/in-greifswald/wohnheime-fleischerwiese-i-und-ii)
- [Greifswald Mietspiegel 2026](https://www.greifswald.de/de/mein-greifswald/wohnen/mietspiegel-heizspiegel/mietspiegel/index.html)
- [University costs and semester contribution](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/study/prior-to-studies/costs-and-financing/)
- [University international information with conflicting fee figures](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/study/studying-in-greifswald/how-to-studying-in-greifswald/)
- [University careers](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/universitaet/information/stellenausschreibungen/)
- [Universitätsmedizin careers and student jobs](https://www.unimedizin-greifswald.de/de/karriere/stellenangebote/)
- [Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics careers](https://careers.plasmaphysics.de/)
- [DAAD programme information on local student employment](https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/detail/6264/)
- [Greifswald city transport](https://www.sw-greifswald.de/verkehrsbetrieb)
- [Anklamer Verkehrsgesellschaft](https://www.avg-bus.de/)
- [DB Regio mainland railway and Usedom interchange](https://www.dbregio-mecklenburg-vorpommern.de/db-regio-mv/ausgewaehlte-strecken/re3-stralsund-pasewalk)
- [DB Greifswald departure timetable](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_2252.pdf)
- [Deutschlandticket prices and validity](https://www.bahn.de/angebot/regio/deutschland-ticket)
- [Usedom tourism: arriving by air](https://usedom.de/urlaub-planen/anreise/anreise-flugzeug)
- [University student clubs](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/leben/uni-region/studentenclubs/)
- [University international services](https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/international/)
- [Greifswald food guide](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/erleben/einkaufen-einkehren/)
- [Nordischer Klang programme](https://www.nordischerklang.de/programm)
- [Fischerfest Gaffelrigg](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/veranstaltungen/kulturelle-hoehepunkte/Fischerfest/index.html)
- [Usedomer Musikfestival organiser materials](https://usedomer-musikfestival.de/en/press/)
- [Eldena Abbey ruins](https://www.greifswald.de/de/urlaub-kultur/sehenswuerdigkeiten/klosterruine-eldena/)
- [Ahlbeck pier](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seebr%C3%BCcke_Ahlbeck)
- [Commons: Ahlbeck pier photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Seebr%C3%BCcke_-_Flickr_-_Peter.Samow.jpg)
- [Commons: Greifswald market square photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Greifswald_-_Marktplatz.jpg)
- [Commons: Eldena windmill photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Windm%C3%BChle_Eldena_1.jpg)

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