Hey Couchsurfers,

My name is Eva and I am in the mid twentys. I grew up in southwest Germany, very close to the french border but moved to Köln about three and a half years ago for studying. In about two years I hope to finish my Master of Education and become a special education teacher.
In 2009 I lived with a hostfamily about half a year in Cromwell, New Zealand and attended school there. Beside holidays with my family around Europe, this was the first time I experienced another "way of life". After I finished school, I worked as a volunteer for the Family and Children section in a Mental Health Center in Alabama, United States of America.

Pourquoi je suis sur Couchsurfing

I believe Couchsurfing is a great invention! I love traveling and Couchsurfing combines many of my interests:
Being in touch with locals always helps finding special spots and getting off the tourist route. And of course I enjoy getting to know the culture and "habits" while exchanging thoughts and interests with locals. That is what I appreciate most.

Centres d'intérêt

Like pretty much everyone I love being around the people I like. In summer, we often hang out in parcs, at the waterside of the Rhein (which is a 5 Minutes walk from my home!) or just sit on the balcony. I also love pubs and enjoy having a cold Kölsch (special kind of beer which is only brewed in Köln) in the evening.
In winter time we often have gaming nights or cook or bake together.

A great passion of mine is soccer. Since I was a little child my heart is beating for 1. FC Kaiserslautern, the local soccer club of the region I grew up. Whenever Kaiserslautern plays, you can find me in a pub or at the football stadium itself (unless I am traveling...).

I also am a passionate knitter. Whenever I find some time, I grab some needles and handdyed yarn, turn on a talking book and start knitting socks, sweaters, cowls or shawls.

Une aventure extraordinaire que j'ai vécue

Skydiving. (have a look at my profil picture)
Since I love outdoor activities, I have done many amazing things during my time in New Zealand. Highlights were the Kepler Track, a four day tramp offering the most beautiful view on forests, fjords and cascades and of course Skydiving in Queenstown ;)

Pays que j'ai visités

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, England, France, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Turkey, United States

Pays dans lesquels j'ai vécu

Germany, New Zealand, United States