Experience in Groningen, Netherlands by Inge
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Inge de Weerd
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Groningen,
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What is it like to live in Groningen? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?
It's great to live in Groningen when you are a student. It is a typical "student city": there are lots of young people and parties. The city center is very cozy and small, as the rest of the city, but that's ideal for studying. If you have a bike you can get everywhere in the city within 30 minutes. There are many facilities for students, such as associations, sport facilities and the nightlife.
What is the student lifestyle like in Groningen?
Student lifestyle in Groningen is partying a lot for cheap prices in the small city center, being involved in an association and making lots of friends. During exam period the students live in the University libraries, but the rest of the year they are outside!
How much does it cost to live in Groningen?
Rent is between 280 and 350 € a month. Food is not expensive, it depends a lot on your lifestyle, but with 200 € a month you would be very comfortable. Remember beer is very cheap in Groningen!
Is it difficult to find accommodation in Groningen? Is there any advice you can give?
No, not at all! Go to kamernet.nl, a very trustable website, and you will find a room easily.
What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?
It's not like italian but it's good food. Mostly patatoes and meat and vegetables, very simple. We have a soup which is called "snert". It's very nice, it's made with sausage.
What places would you recommend visiting in Groningen?
Is it good to eat out in Groningen? Can you tell us your favourite spots?
Yes it's fine, not that many places but it's ok!
Is the nightlife good in Groningen? Where is good to go?
Yes, it's perfect! All bars and pubs in the nightlife downtown (they are all in one or two Streets: Poelestraat, Peperstraat) are nice, it just depends on your taste so try them all!
What advice would you give future students heading to Groningen?
Be prepared for an awesome time!
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