The student residence is located directly opposite the largest shopping center in Cottbus, the Spree Galerie. The city hall is located directly behind the shopping center where also the old town of Cottbus begins.
The Technical University of Cottbus (BTU) is less than a 5-minute walk away. Around 7,300 students are enrolled at the BTU Cottbus.
The main train station is 4 tram stops away and can also be reached on foot in 15 minutes.
The city of Cottbus has over 100,000 inhabitants and, with its many sights such as the Branitzer Park, animal park, Fürst Pückler Museum, Spremberger Tower etc., is a popular tourist destination.