Erasmus Experience in Leuven, Belgium by Vladimira

Why did you choose to go to Leuven, Belgium?

I chose to go to Leuven because of the great university and landscape.

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

6 months, i have received 400 euros.

What is the student lifestyle like in Leuven?

The student lifestly is nowhere like in Leuven. In Leuven is the best student lifestyle which I ever had.

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

For sure yes.

What is the food like?

The food is very delicious and tasty.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Leuven?

I found my accommodation via internet.

How much does it cost to live in Leuven?

cca 800 Euros/month

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

The dutch language is quite difficult buu you can take a course in the University.

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

The easiest and also economical way to travel by bus from Prague to Brussels and then take a train to Leuven.

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

Oude Markt

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

Notre Dame Quasimodo

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Oude Markt, Grote Markt, Library, Arenberg castle.

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

Leuven will change your life. I love this town and for sure you will spend great time there too.