Brunswick City Guide

Offers traditional German dishes and international cuisines. Increasing vegetarian and vegan options. Limited late-night food outside fast food and döner shops.

Nightlife centers around city center and university area with bars, pubs, and some clubs.

Growing coffee scene with both traditional and specialty cafes. Some local roasters.

Tipping is customary but not required. Round up or add 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Optional for taxis.

SIM cards can be bought at Telekom, Vodafone, O2 stores, MediaMarkt, Saturn, and some kiosks. ID is required for registration. Telekom has best coverage.

City is generally clean with good waste management and recycling.

Limited 24/7 services. Some pharmacies rotate emergency shifts. Fast food and döner shops open late.

Supermarkets like Edeka, Rewe, Aldi, Lidl, and Netto offer local and international products. Fresh markets run weekly at Burgplatz. Shops close Sundays.

Cards are widely accepted in big stores and many restaurants. Small shops and cafes may prefer cash, so carry some.

ATMs from major banks like Sparkasse, Deutsche Bank, and Commerzbank are common. Withdrawal fees vary but generally cost up to €5 per transaction with foreign cards.

The International School Braunschweig-Wolfsburg teaches in English. Local public schools teach in German.

Community is small but growing. Some expat and tech meetups occur. Many cafes offer Wi-Fi for work.

Ample parks like Bürgerpark and green areas along the Oker river provide nature access.

Popular routes include Bürgerpark, Riddagshausen Reserve, and along the Oker river. Safe and clean areas.

Several gyms and sports facilities available for different fitness levels.

Many tennis clubs and public courts, some equipment rentals available.

Padel is growing but less common than tennis.

Several studios offer various yoga styles; some instructors speak English.

Offers Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, BJJ, Boxing, and Muay Thai. English-speaking instructors are sometimes available.

Harz Mountains have ski resorts about an hour away with beginner to advanced slopes and equipment rental.

Kayaking and paddleboarding possible on the Oker river. Limited sailing nearby.

No surfing options in Brunswick as it's inland.

No diving or snorkeling near Brunswick.

Hospitals like Städtisches Klinikum and Marienstift have English-speaking staff. Both public and private care is high quality. Pharmacies are marked with a red 'A'.

Tap water meets strict German and EU standards and is safe to drink.

Good playgrounds and family cafes. Baby supplies easily found in stores. Popular spots include Riddagshausen Reserve and Bürgerpark.

High acceptance and safety. Some LGBTQ+ friendly bars and venues exist. Strong legal protections.

Many parks allow dogs on leash; pet-friendly cafes exist. Veterinary clinics and dog parks available.