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Living and housing in Hamm

Make Hamm your home

Living and housing in Hamm

Hamm combines the best of nature and city life. The city is green, easy to navigate and has a relaxed atmosphere. With the river Lippe, spacious parks and a modern city centre, you will find everything you need for a comfortable student life. Affordable rent, short distances and a welcoming community make it easy to settle in and feel at home.

Whether you want to relax at Haarener See, study in a cosy café in the city or meet new people through sports and events, Hamm offers plenty of space to arrive, feel good and get started.

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Tips for your start in Hamm

  • Look for a flat early on - interim rentals or furnished flats are also good interim solutions (e.g. via "Junges Wohnen Hamm" or BfW).
  • Plan your visits to the authorities in good time: register your place of residence, open a bank account if necessary, take out insurance, apply for BAföG.
  • Use local platforms like hamm.de or the Hamm service portal to find information on orientation, transport and leisure.
  • Connect via Facebook or Instagram, where you can find flat share offers, leisure tips and fellow students.

Important information

Our university is happy to support you with general questions about finding housing, but we cannot provide or arrange specific accommodation.

After moving in, you must register your new address at the local registration office within 14 days. Appointments can be limited, so it is advisable to book one online while you are still searching for housing.

Find your new place to stay!

Living in Hamm: Your options

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  • Junges Wohnen Hamm - Student shared room centrally located in Hamm city centre, mostly from approx. 316 € 
    → Information & availability: Junges Wohnen Hamm
  • WGGesucht: Rooms in Hamm - Extensive selection of rooms in shared flats, 40+ active offers (price range approx. 290-500 €) 
    → Directly to the adverts: Shared rooms in Hamm
  • Immobilienscout24 & eBay Kleinanzeigen - Search specifically for 1-room flats or shared flats (e.g. Kleinanzeigen.de): 
    → Example: Shared room with balcony & furniture from approx. 380 €
  • Berufsförderungswerk (BfW) Hamm - Student rooms - Furnished, service-orientated rooms for international students 
    → Information & contact for accommodation Students must register and apply at the Hamm Student Service Centre
  • Gräve Wohnen - shared rooms with all-round service in a central location - suitable for flexible interim periods 
    → Overview & contact: Gräve Wohnen Hamm

Rental prices and comparison

If you are looking for accommodation, you can also look in neighbouring cities such as Dortmund, Ahlen, Unna, Kamen and Soest. These are well connected to Hamm and the train journey is less than 30 minutes.

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Popular neighbourhoods

  • Mitte (city centre) - centrally located with short distances to the university, shopping facilities, cafés and the Allee-Center; ideal for students without a car
  • Heessen - green neighbourhood with local recreational areas such as Heessen Castle and Lippeauen; quiet and well connected with the RB69/RE6
  • Hamm-Norden / Hammer Westen - lively neighbourhood with a mix of old buildings, young families and international influences; good bus connections and some cheaper rents
  • Werries - quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood near Maximilianpark
  • Bockum-Hövel - located in the north, easily accessible by regional train RB69/RB89; offers more affordable living space, especially for those looking for shared flats with more space requirements
  • Uentrop - east of the city centre, with lots of greenery, large power plant panorama; ideal for joggers and those seeking peace and quiet

Living in Hamm

Sri Kamadchi Ampal Temple 

It is the largest Dravida temple in Europe. The Sri Kamadchi Ampal Temple in Hamm impresses with its traditional, South Indian architecture and spiritual atmosphere. Visitors can enter daily to gain an insight into the ornate architecture and charisma of the temple.📍further information

Open-air theatre - Waldbühne Heessen 

A magical place where open-air theatre combines nature and art. Spectators are whisked away into fascinating stories, surrounded by the beauty of the forest.📍 Info & prices

Gustav Lübcke Museum

Immerse yourself in exciting exhibitions about ancient Egypt and discover the history and development of music on the top floor with interactive exhibits. After the tour, you can relax in the museum café with delicious coffee, cake or the daily menu.📍 Info & prices

Kurhaus Bad Hamm and spa gardens 

For those interested in culture, the Kurhaus Bad Hamm offers a varied programme all year round. Whether musicals, jazz, theatre, classical or modern performances - there is something for every taste.📍 Info & prices

The Kurpark is right next to the Kurhaus Bad Hamm. You can relax there, but also take part in various events. Events such as the "Welcome To My Garden Festival" take place here regularly.📍 Welcome To My Garden on Instagram

 

  • Pirates 

Pirates on Südstraße is Hamm's trendy bar for rock, metal and alternative fans - here you'll find cool concerts, a relaxed atmosphere and nice people. More info and the current event programme

  • Anker & Herz - beach bar in Hamm

In summer, Anker & Herz on Hafenstraße transforms Hamm's canal into a summery beach bar with a sandy beach, cool drinks and regular DJ events. Stop by and discover the beach bar feeling

Further recommendations:

Maximilian Park

One of the most famous excursion destinations in Hamm - a special mixture of nature, art and relaxation. Originating from a state garden show, today it delights visitors with its giant glass elephant and regularly changing exhibitions and events.📍 Info & prices

Hamm ice rink 

Ice skating, ice hockey📍 Info & prices

MaxiStrike bowling centre 

Bowling, darts & billiards📍 Info & Prices

Mining Adventure World Hamm 

Laser tag and escape rooms📍 Info & Prices

Water skiing on Lake Haaren

Fancy some action and summer fun? At the water ski centre in Hamm, you can wakeboard, water ski or simply relax on the beach. Perfect for a sporty afternoon or chilling out with friends.📍 Info & prices

 

Hamm climbing park

Are you an adventure lover or just want to have fun in the great outdoors? Then a climbing park is just the thing for you! Whether you're with friends or alone, you can experience an adrenaline rush here and try your hand at different levels of difficulty.📍 Info & prices

Canoeing on the Lippe Canal

University sports from the HSHL 

You can not only keep fit but also meet new people at university sports.

Around Hamm

Marina Rünthe 

Marina on the Datteln-Hamm Canal in Bergkamen -> Eating, cycling, canoeing, boat tours📍 Info & prices

Lake Beckum

Fancy some action or would you rather relax by the water? Lake Tuttenbrocksee in Beckum has something for everyone! Grab a wakeboard, show off your tricks while waterskiing or let off steam in the aquapark! If you prefer it quieter, just make yourself comfortable on the beach and let your mind wander.📍 Info & prices

Lake Möhne📍 Info

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Impressions from Hamm

📸 Instagram profiles for events and information about Hamm

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