In short
Worms is a district-free city in Rhineland-Palatinate with 86,753 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). It has one university: Worms University of Applied Sciences (Worms). Summers average 19.6 °C and winters 2.8 °C, with about 550 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).
Worms in numbers
- Population
- Area
108.73 km²Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)
- People per km²
- Universities in the district
1Where Is My Uni? catalogue (opens in a new tab)
Worms University of Applied Sciences
- Typical student rent
€240–270 per monthSource (opens in a new tab)
Warm rent including utilities and internet for a furnished room in a shared flat at Erenburgerstraße/Hochheimer Straße, depending on room size; listed on the undated operator page, checked November 2026. This is a residence price, not a citywide average.
- Average temperature
10.9 °C a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Rain
550 mm a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Sunshine
1,710 hours a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
- Frost days
64 a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)
About Worms
Worms lies on the Rhine between Mainz and Mannheim. Its historic centre combines a Romanesque cathedral, monuments to the Reformation and reminders of the Nibelungen legends. (Worms tourism (opens in a new tab), City sights (opens in a new tab))
This district is the city itself, including neighbourhoods such as Hochheim and Neuhausen. Several outer quarters retain a village character, with local associations and wine festivals. Worms also preserves major Jewish heritage: the synagogue complex and Heiliger Sand cemetery belong to the UNESCO-listed SchUM sites. (City neighbourhoods (opens in a new tab), Jewish heritage (opens in a new tab))
Neighbourhoods
Innenstadt
The university’s International Center offers furnished shared-flat rooms in the city centre, generally near campus. (University housing (opens in a new tab))
Hochheim
A quarter northwest of central Worms, adjoining the Pfrimm and the neighbouring Pfrimmpark area to the south. (Hochheim (opens in a new tab))
Neuhausen
A residential quarter immediately northwest of the city centre. (Neuhausen (opens in a new tab))
Universities here
Universities in Worms, biggest first.
Worms University of Applied Sciences gives the city its own campus community, while Mannheim and Ludwigshafen offer additional university options. Campus accommodation can keep everyday journeys short; commuting elsewhere requires allowing for travel beyond the destination station. Representative regional services take about 22–27 minutes to Mannheim Hbf and 15–20 minutes to Ludwigshafen Hbf. Worms is worth considering if you prefer living near your classes while keeping neighbouring university cities within reach. (Campus residence (opens in a new tab), DB regular timetable (opens in a new tab))
- Website (opens in a new tab)
Worms University of Applied Sciences
University of applied sciences · Worms · 38 courses
Housing
Start searching early: the International Center explicitly says its accommodation supply is limited and allocated first come, first served. Its furnished shared-flat rooms are advertised at approximately €350–650 monthly including utilities; Studierendenwerk accommodation provides lower-priced alternatives. This does not establish that the wider private rental market is relaxed. (International Center housing (opens in a new tab), Studierendenwerk residence (opens in a new tab))
The typical student rent we found, and what that figure covers, is in the key facts.
How to find a place
- Apply through Studierendenwerk Vorderpfalz’s residence application system; the university recommends applying even before your admission letter arrives. (University housing guide (opens in a new tab))
- Use Hochschule Worms’s housing portal and select the route for exchange or degree-seeking students. (Housing portal (opens in a new tab))
- Check the Studierendenwerk private-room exchange and the AStA accommodation board, both recommended by the university. (University housing guide (opens in a new tab))
- Search WG-Gesucht and local advertisements in the Nibelungen Kurier alongside residence applications. (University housing guide (opens in a new tab))
Student residences
Erenburgerstraße 21 / Hochheimer Straße 37 (opens in a new tab)
Studierendenwerk Vorderpfalz
Furnished rooms in four-person shared flats directly on campus, with shared kitchens and bathrooms. (Official residence page (opens in a new tab))
Bebelstraße 22 / Bebelstraße 24–26 (opens in a new tab)
Studierendenwerk Vorderpfalz
Furnished apartments and shared accommodation near campus, including accessible apartments and accommodation for students with children. (Official residence page (opens in a new tab))
Cost of living
Accommodation is the clearest verified budget variable: Erenburgerstraße/Hochheimer Straße lists €240–270 monthly including utilities and internet, while ordinary apartments at Bebelstraße 22 are listed at €325 including utilities. (Erenburgerstraße (opens in a new tab), Bebelstraße (opens in a new tab)) Hochschule Worms currently lists a re-registration semester contribution of €155.70, checked November 2026. (University fees (opens in a new tab)) The regular Deutschlandticket costs €63 monthly in 2026. Budget transport separately unless your university confirms another entitlement. (VRN (opens in a new tab))
Jobs & employers
Plastics, chemicals and logistics are useful sectors to investigate: RENOLIT has its headquarters in Worms, Röhm operates production and research facilities, and FIEGE has local logistics operations. These employers are relevant starting points for career research, rather than a guarantee of available student vacancies. FIEGE’s Worms site also advertises a dual-study route combining international business with logistics and foreign trade. (RENOLIT (opens in a new tab), Röhm (opens in a new tab), FIEGE (opens in a new tab))
Typical student jobs
- University assistant and tutoring work; Hochschule Worms documents student assistants delivering tutorials. (University computing facilities (opens in a new tab))
- Seasonal visitor-service and hosting work at the Nibelungen-Festspiele. (Festival jobs (opens in a new tab))
Major employers
RENOLIT (opens in a new tab)
Plastic films and related products
Worms is the group’s headquarters; the local careers page describes technical and commercial training and dual-study opportunities. (RENOLIT Worms (opens in a new tab))
Röhm (opens in a new tab)
Chemicals and acrylic materials
The Worms site produces PLEXIGLAS moulding compounds and methacrylates and houses research, development and application-technology activities. (Röhm careers and locations (opens in a new tab))
FIEGE (opens in a new tab)
Logistics
Operates a Worms-Mittelrheinstraße location with logistics, technical and office career routes. (FIEGE Worms (opens in a new tab))
Getting around
Local buses connect the neighbourhoods with central Worms and the main station. (VRN network map (opens in a new tab)) Direct regional trains connect Worms Hbf with Mannheim, Ludwigshafen and Mainz. Representative scheduled journeys take approximately 22–27 minutes to Mannheim Hbf, 15–20 minutes to Ludwigshafen Hbf and 27–43 minutes to Mainz Hbf; allow additional time for campus connections and check your travel date for alterations. (DB regular timetable (opens in a new tab)) The Deutschlandticket covers local buses and regional trains, but not ordinary ICE or IC journeys. (VRN ticket conditions (opens in a new tab))
- Main stations
- Worms Hauptbahnhof — the main interchange for regional rail and local buses. (VRN network map (opens in a new tab))
- Worms-Pfeddersheim — regional services towards Worms Hbf and Monsheim. (DB timetable (opens in a new tab))
- Nearest airport
Frankfurt Airport — nearest major international airport
The university identifies Frankfurt/Main as the nearest international airport and recommends continuing by rail or car. City tourism gives an approximate distance of 70 km; Mannheim’s smaller airport is geographically closer. (University directions (opens in a new tab), City arrival guide (opens in a new tab))
Weather & seasons
Long-term averages from the German Weather Service station Worms (6 km from the district centre), 1991–2020.
Winter
2.8 °C
37 mm rain a month
1.8 h sun a day
Spring
10.9 °C
42 mm rain a month
5.9 h sun a day
Summer
19.6 °C
59 mm rain a month
7.5 h sun a day
Autumn
10.6 °C
43 mm rain a month
3.5 h sun a day
Expect warm summers with occasional hot days, cool winters with frost, and noticeably brighter conditions in spring than in midwinter. Bring both summer sun protection and layers for cold mornings. Summer offers outdoor festival evenings, with the Backfischfest marking the transition towards autumn. (Backfischfest (opens in a new tab))
Culture, language & food
Wine festivals and neighbourhood associations are part of local social life, while the Backfischfest brings fairground rides and regional wine to the Rhine-side festival ground. (City neighbourhoods (opens in a new tab), Backfischfest (opens in a new tab)) For meeting other students, campus-organised events are a practical starting point: the university describes student competitions, a campus gala and its student-produced Showabend. (University student events (opens in a new tab))
The university provides English-language guidance for international students and says eligible exchange students can complete their exchange in English. (Exchange information (opens in a new tab)) For everyday life, aim to build practical German rather than relying entirely on English; B1 is a useful personal target, not a universal admissions requirement. Enrolled students can take free university German courses from beginner to advanced levels. (German courses (opens in a new tab)) Local speech also appears in neighbourhood names: the city lists Hochheim as “Hochem” and Neuhausen as “Neihause”. (City neighbourhoods (opens in a new tab))
Local food
Spundekäs
A Rheinhessen cream-cheese speciality seasoned with paprika and onion, commonly served with bread or pretzels in wine taverns. (Rheinhessen wine glossary (opens in a new tab))
Handkäs mit Musik
A regional cheese dish dressed with vinegar, oil and onions, with pepper and sometimes garlic. (Rheinhessen wine glossary (opens in a new tab))
Places & events
Places to see
Dom St. Peter
Cathedral
The Romanesque cathedral is a defining landmark of central Worms. (Worms sights (opens in a new tab))
Heiliger Sand and the synagogue quarter
UNESCO
The historic Jewish cemetery and medieval community complex form Worms’s contribution to the SchUM World Heritage sites. (Worms Jewish heritage (opens in a new tab))
Schlosspark Herrnsheim
Park
An English-style landscape park with lawns, wooded areas and ponds. The park remains accessible, but the palace interior is currently closed for restoration. (Official visitor information (opens in a new tab))
Rhine promenade and Hagendenkmal
Riverside
The riverside Hagen monument recalls the legendary sinking of the Nibelungen treasure in the Rhine. (Worms sights (opens in a new tab))
Lutherdenkmal
History
A central monument commemorating the Reformation and Worms’s connection with Martin Luther. (Worms sights (opens in a new tab))
Events
Backfischfest (opens in a new tab)
Late August to early September
An annual wine festival and funfair on the Rhine-side Kisselswiese, with local traditions and processions. (Official festival website (opens in a new tab))
Nibelungen-Festspiele (opens in a new tab)
Summer, usually July into early August; the announced 2027 edition is in July
Open-air theatre interpreting the Nibelungen story against the cathedral backdrop, accompanied by cultural events. The organiser currently announces 9–25 July 2027. (Festival history (opens in a new tab), Visitor information (opens in a new tab))
Exterior of Worms Cathedral
Heiliger Sand Jewish cemetery with the cathedral beyond
Student experiences
First-hand posts from students in Worms, read by our team before they appear.
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Studying in Worms: FAQ
Is Worms a good place to live as a student?
Worms is worth considering if you want accommodation close to campus and regional rail access to neighbouring university cities. Studierendenwerk offers housing directly on or near campus, although availability must be checked. (Campus housing (opens in a new tab), DB timetable (opens in a new tab))
Is there a university in Worms?
Yes. Worms University of Applied Sciences is located in the city, and its International Center provides support for international students. (University housing portal (opens in a new tab))
How long does the train from Worms to Mannheim take?
Representative direct regional services take approximately 22–27 minutes from Worms Hbf to Mannheim Hbf. This is station-to-station time; add your journey to campus and check timetable alterations. (DB regular timetable (opens in a new tab))
How much does student accommodation in Worms cost?
Studierendenwerk currently lists €240–270 monthly including utilities and internet for rooms at Erenburgerstraße/Hochheimer Straße. The university’s International Center lists approximately €350–650 including utilities for its furnished shared-flat offers; both figures were checked in November 2026. (Residence operator (opens in a new tab), University housing (opens in a new tab))
What jobs can students find in Worms?
Availability depends on the department or event, so check the relevant organisation directly. (University employment (opens in a new tab), Festival jobs (opens in a new tab))
Can I study in Worms using English?
The university explicitly allows eligible exchange students to complete an exchange entirely in English. Degree applicants should check their particular programme’s teaching language and admission requirements; free German courses are available to enrolled students. (Exchange information (opens in a new tab), German courses (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
- Worms tourism: arrival and location (opens in a new tab)
- Worms tourism: sights (opens in a new tab)
- City of Worms: neighbourhoods (opens in a new tab)
- Worms tourism: Jewish cemetery and SchUM heritage (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia: Worms-Hochheim (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia: Worms-Neuhausen (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: international housing (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: housing search guidance (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: housing portal (opens in a new tab)
- Studierendenwerk: Erenburgerstraße/Hochheimer Straße (opens in a new tab)
- Studierendenwerk: Bebelstraße (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: re-registration and fees (opens in a new tab)
- VRN: Deutschlandticket (opens in a new tab)
- VRN: Worms network map (opens in a new tab)
- Deutsche Bahn: Worms Hbf regular timetable (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: arrival directions (opens in a new tab)
- RENOLIT: Worms headquarters and careers (opens in a new tab)
- Röhm: careers and operating locations (opens in a new tab)
- FIEGE: Worms location careers (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: personnel and student employment (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: computing facilities and tutoring (opens in a new tab)
- Nibelungen-Festspiele: jobs (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: student events (opens in a new tab)
- Rheinhessen: Spundekäs (opens in a new tab)
- Rheinhessen: Handkäs mit Musik (opens in a new tab)
- Backfischfest official website (opens in a new tab)
- Nibelungen-Festspiele: history (opens in a new tab)
- Nibelungen-Festspiele: visitor information (opens in a new tab)
- Worms tourism: Herrnsheim palace and park (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: incoming exchange students (opens in a new tab)
- Hochschule Worms: German courses (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons: Worms skyline (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons: Worms Cathedral (opens in a new tab)
- Wikimedia Commons: Heiliger Sand (opens in a new tab)
Photo credits
- Worms skyline, cathedral and Nibelungen Bridge viewed from the east — Armin Kübelbeck --Kuebi 15:24, 27 May 2007 (UTC) (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 3.0
- Exterior of Worms Cathedral — Buercky (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 3.0
- Heiliger Sand Jewish cemetery with the cathedral beyond — Affegass (opens in a new tab), CC0
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