Hey,
my name is Manuel and I am doing an internship in Montpellier at the moment.

I’m 19 years old (just finished high school), speak German, English, and a bit of French – though six years of school didn’t turn me into a native speaker (yet :D). I’m tidy, open-minded, and respectful when it comes to shared living. I’ve already lived with six people in very tight quarters on a sailing vessel for six months – so yes, I’ve mastered the art of sharing space, snacks, and silence when needed 🕺🏻

In my free time, I enjoy cycling, discovering new places, and attempting to cook – with occasional success and only minor casualties. I’m really looking forward to meeting new people and sharing a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing mainly for two reasons. First, the money – I am not that well situated to be able to pay for hotels. But even more importantly, the people – during my exchange year I learned how amazing it is to dive into a new culture, and I think Couchsurfing is a great way to do that :)

Interests

• hiking
• biking
• boardgames

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Song: One of my favorite songs is Surf Eat Sleep by Al-Berto & the Fried Bikinis (@friedbikinis). It’s relaxed, fun, and always puts me in a good mood – perfect for a sunny day.

Book: I really enjoyed "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. I’m also a big fan of Sherlock Holmes – I love the clever mysteries and how every little detail can matter. Last but not least, "Le Petit Prince" is a must-read :D

Movie: My favorite movie is probably Dune. I love the epic atmosphere and in combination with the sound-design it is just amazing.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Sailed across the Atlantic 🏄🏻‍♂️

Countries I’ve Visited

Antigua and Barbuda, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curaçao, Czech Republic, France, Hong Kong, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Macao, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Germany