Learning German
Free offers for learning German – online and via app
VHS Learning Portal
Free German courses (A1–B2) from the German Adult Education Association (Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband). With exercises, tutor support and app. Also literacy courses.
→ vhs-lernportal.deAnkommen App (BAMF)
Official app of the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF): learn German, info on the asylum procedure (Asylverfahren), life in Germany, values and rules. Available in many languages.
→ ankommen.euGoethe-Institut – German for You
Free online German courses, exercises and community from the Goethe-Institut.
→ goethe.deDeutsche Welle – Learn German
Videos, podcasts and interactive courses for learning German – free of charge and in many languages.
→ dw.comOrientation & Everyday Life
Important information for life in Germany
Welcome to Germany (BAMF)
Official brochure of the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) with important information for new arrivals.
→ To the BAMF websiteRefugee Guide – Orientation Aid
Multilingual orientation aid for life in Germany – available in over 15 languages.
→ refugeeguide.deHealth Guide for Asylum Seekers
Brochure from the Federal Ministry of Health (Bundesgesundheitsministerium) – available in German, English, Arabic and other languages.
→ Download PDFHow do I help my traumatized child?
Brochure from the Federal Chamber of Psychotherapists (Bundes-Psychotherapeuten-Kammer) for parents – available in multiple languages.
→ To the BPtK websitePractical Things for Everyday Life
Shop cheaply, find furniture and more
Classified Ads (Kleinanzeigen, formerly eBay Kleinanzeigen)
Used furniture, clothing, bicycles and much more – often free or very cheap. Also via app.
→ kleinanzeigen.deWerkhof Regensburg – Second-hand Store
Cheap used furniture, household appliances and furnishings. Auweg 22, 93055 Regensburg.
→ werkhof-regensburg.deRVV – Bus & Train Regensburg
Timetables, tickets and app for public transport (öffentlicher Nahverkehr) in Regensburg and the surrounding area.
→ rvv.deDistrict Pass (LandkreisPass) Regensburg
Social pass (Sozialpass) with discounts on buses, sports, culture and adult education center (VHS) courses for low-income citizens.
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