Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The Polish city of Kraków draws people from around the world with its historic charm and vibrant university scene. But beyond the postcard-perfect Old Town, a new generation is shaping the city in its own way. Katarzyna, a young local, takes us through her Kraków and shows us a day in her life. Follow along as Katarzyna studies at Jagiellonian University, explores the Kazimierz district, enjoys budget-friendly food and talks honestly about rent, rising living costs and her future dreams.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Why Kraków is a great city for students
00:39 Inside Katarzyna's shared apartment
01:48 Rent & public transport
03:19 Studying at Jagiellonian University
04:17 Kazimierz & Jewish studies
05:09 Cheap local food: zapiekanki
05:38 Life in a tourist city & Katarzyna's special friends
06:34 Favorite café & student hangout
07:32 Career dreams & youth opportunities in Poland
#dweuromaxx #youngandeuropean #krakow
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CREDITS
Report: Gönna Ketels
Camera: Robert Richter
Edit: Andreas Hyronimus
Supervising Editor: Mirja Viehweger
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The Polish city of Kraków draws people from around the world with its historic charm and vibrant university scene. But beyond the postcard-perfect Old Town, a new generation is shaping the city in its own way. Katarzyna, a young local, takes us through her Kraków and shows us a day in her life. Follow along as Katarzyna studies at Jagiellonian University, explores the Kazimierz district, enjoys budget-friendly food and talks honestly about rent, rising living costs and her future dreams.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Why Kraków is a great city for students
00:39 Inside Katarzyna's shared apartment
01:48 Rent & public transport
03:19 Studying at Jagiellonian University
04:17 Kazimierz & Jewish studies
05:09 Cheap local food: zapiekanki
05:38 Life in a tourist city & Katarzyna's special friends
06:34 Favorite café & student hangout
07:32 Career dreams & youth opportunities in Poland
#dweuromaxx #youngandeuropean #krakow
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CREDITS
Report: Gönna Ketels
Camera: Robert Richter
Edit: Andreas Hyronimus
Supervising Editor: Mirja Viehweger
--------------------------------------------
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