Soest

Soest, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, is a historic Hanseatic town known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, including half-timbered houses and churches built of distinctive green sandstone. The city is home to the Soest campus of the South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences, which offers a range of English-taught programmes in areas such as systems engineering and engineering management. With small class sizes and modern facilities, the university provides a supportive environment for international students. Beyond academia, Soest offers a vibrant cultural scene, including the annual All Saints' Fair, Europe's largest inner-city fair, and a variety of outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside.