A great university in a ghost town

Don't get me wrong, it's a fantastic university to study in. With a lot of opportunities for a student to excel in his academics. Especially for a German. But when it comes to student life, it's next to nothing. For an extrovert or an international student (LIKE ME) this seems like a bad deal, as all the social experiences you hope for being a student, is highly underwhelming. But overall for someone who just wants to excel in their academics, with no "distractions", a university worth shortlisting.