Erasmus Experience in Leuven, Belgium by Alex

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Why did you choose to go to Lovaina, Bélgica?

It's in the center of Europe and you can travel around.

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

5 months, 448 euro per month.

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

Yes.

What is the food like?

French fries.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Lovaina?

I found it via the online page of the university. However, normally it's difficult.

How much does it cost to live in Lovaina?

around 550-600 euro per month

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

yes

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

by plane to Brussels and then the cheapest way is the bus the easiest the train

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

oude markt monday to saturday

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

restaurants were expensive so I have no idea

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

grode markt, and the side of the city that is protected under unesco

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

Leuven the place to be(er)