Experience in Castricum, Netherlands by Fouzia

What is it like to live in Castricum? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Castricum is a small city. It’s a peaceful and beautiful city. I want to recommend Castricum to live.

What is the student lifestyle like in Castricum?

Basically, Castricum is not a student oriented city. Students, who are studying in Alkmaar, Amsterdam and Harlem they can live in here. Those cities are nearest from Castricum.

How much does it cost to live in Castricum?

It’s quite expensive.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Castricum? Is there any advice you can give?

Yeah! It’s difficult to find a room or studio in here. People can rent apartment or house.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Dutch, Indian and Italian all kinds of food you can find in here. My favourite dishes are Chicken biryani, beef steak, rice, chicken and vegetables curry, Chinese food and grilled chicken and fish.

What places would you recommend visiting in Castricum?

The sea beach. In here, you can visit in the museum which describes about the city’s history.

Is it good to eat out in Castricum? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yeah! There is different kinds of restaurants. Its healthy and delicious as well.

Is the nightlife good in Castricum? Where is good to go?

There is some small clubs and pubs. But for nightlife I don’t think it’s that much good.

What advice would you give future students heading to Castricum?

It’s a nice place to live specially, who loves peaceful place they can live in here. The neighborhood also good.