Krems

Krems is a small university town rich in tradition and is justifiably called the education capital of Lower Austria. The town’s flair and the cultural and leisure activities it offers mean that students get to feel at home.

Krems, with its population of 25,000 people, is one of the oldest towns in the country and was first mentioned in 995. The town is characterised by its historic buildings which contribute to its distinctive flair. Wherever you go you are confronted with 1.000 years of history – in the streets and on the squares, in the old monasteries and churches and in the town houses and forts. And afterwards you can relax and enjoy the open-air cafes, restaurants and taverns.

Krems has its own festival which attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to sample the wide programme of events and the diverse range of music and theatre. The town has also become an established centre for contemporary art and culture – for example, it is the Krems art quarter, home to the Caricature and Literature Museum and the art gallery. Krems’ gallery has hosted many renowned exhibitions of 19th and 20th century art.

Training, research and practical work are tied together in a perfect symbiosis. It is no coincidence that firms are moving to Krems where science, research and education are offered in one place.

Fitness and well-being are important commodities and also provide an excellent balance to studying. The stunning vineyards around Krems offer the opportunity for jogging, mountain biking, inline skating and relaxation.

For more information www.krems.at

How to get there

By plane - Arrival at Vienna Intl. Airport and then take either a taxi to Krems (costs approx. 70-100 Euros) or go to Vienna Franz Josefs train station and then continue by train.

By train – from Vienna’s Franz Josefs train station to Krems it takes around an hour. From St. Pölten (the capital of Lower Austria) to Krems takes around 30-45 minutes. For more information, take a look at: www.oebb.at

By car – take the A22 from Vienna and the the S5 to Krems. Going via Westautobahn (A1) - exit St. Pölten -  then turn onto the S33 towards Krems.

Accommodation

Students from abroad can use the halls of residence which are located not far from both venues (Campus Krems and International Campus Piaristengasse) of the University of Applied Sciences.

More information can be obtained from: 

Studentenwohnheim Europazentrum Krems

Arbeitergasse 5
3500 Krems
Tel.: +43 2732 85106,
e-mail: krems@oejab.at

www.oejab.at
English is spoken.

Studentenwohnheim Kolpinghaus Campus Krems

Alauntalstraße 95 & 97
A-3500 Krems
Tel.: +43 2732 83541
e-mail: campuskrems@kolping.at
www.kolpingkrems.at
English is spoken.

Walking Distances:
Europazentrum – IMC at Piaristengasse: 5 min (Tourism, Export Programme)
Europazentrum – IMC at Campus Krems: 5 min (All other programmes)
Kolpingheim - IMC at Piaristengasse: 10 min
Kolpingheim - IMC at Campus Krems: 1 min

StiK.at – Apartment Finder for students in Krems!

On the website "www.StiK.at" under category "living", you will find a list of options (rentals, sub-lets, communes, hotels, B&B's, private rooms, etc) available in Krems. This service is free of charge.

More info: www.stik.at 

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