Experience in Leuven, Belgium by Shelley

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

Leuven is a Belgian city full of students. In the vacations there is not much to do, but once the students arrive, the partying begins! It is also a smaller city, so everything is easy to reach.

What is the student lifestyle like in Leuven?

The 'Grote Markt' (Big Market/Square)Leuven is known in Belgium as 'the longest bar'. If you want to do some good partying, you should definetly go there. Beside that, Leuven is a quiet, nice city

How much does it cost to live in Leuven?

250-300 euros

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

Since 2 years it is not that difficult to find a place in Leuven. But still, if you wait to long, everything cheap and good will be gone.

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

Food is not exceptional, but if you haven't tasted the Belgian fries before, make sure you visit a 'Frietkot'

What places would you recommend visiting in Leuven?

University library. Beautiful place.

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

I love the international kitchen. To eat out (to go to a real restaurant) you should pick a restaurant in the Muntstraat. If you want something cheaper and more student'ish, you definatly should try 'De Werf' (Hogeschoolplein)

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

Grote Markt, You will notice where it is on a thursdaynight (the night that everyone goes partying)

What advice would you give future students heading to Leuven?

Enjoy, it is a beautiful place!