Erasmus Experience in Brussels, Belgium by Mariana

Why did you choose to go to Brussels, Belgium?

Because I think is in a good ubication, you can travel to many countries from there, people is really nice and I thought is not too expensive as other cities like Paris

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

My apartment was 350 euros and for live in a good way with 400 and 500 at month

What is the student lifestyle like in Brussels?

Is really good because there are a lot of universities and good activities

Would you recommend the city and the University of Brussels to other students?

Yes sure! There is a lot of university life in Brussels

What is the food like?

Is simple but good, the frites is the best thing in Brussels, the metraillete and the beer is the best

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Brussels?

Kind of but there is a lot of places maybe the problem sometimes is the price

How much does it cost to live in Brussels?

500 to 600 per month

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Yes! Almost everyone talks is English so Ian not difficult and of course French

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Brussels from your city?

The train inside Brussels is really good because If you’re under 26 years the cost of the ticket is 6. 40 euros if not flixbus is a good option

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Brussels?

There is a lot of good places NUA, Cartagena

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Brussels?

Fritland

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

There is a lot of good events in Brussels there in the page of visitbrussels.be

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Brussels in the future?

Just go out and enjoy there is a lot of things to do in Brussels if you search :)