If you're planning a move to Germany you've probably thought about Munich versus Berlin or maybe Hamburg, but have you considered Erlangen, Aachen or Düsseldorf? With lower living costs and shorter commutes, you may want to consider these ten cities.
Paul Krantz - paul.krantz@thelocal.com
Updated: Tue 13 Jan 2026 16:16 CET
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A view of Aachen, which ranked second among the best German cities to move to in 2026. Photo by Sascha Faber shared via WikiCommons.
If you're planning a move to Germany you've probably thought about Munich versus Berlin or maybe Hamburg, but have you considered Erlangen, Aachen or Düsseldorf? With lower living costs and shorter commutes, you may want to consider these ten cities.
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