Experience in Linköping, Sweden by Sara

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

Linköping is a nice, pretty big city where you can get all the things you need. Easy to get to the capital Stockholm by the train it takes around 2-3 hours. Nice city for the students!

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What is the student lifestyle like in Linköping?

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How much does it cost to live in Linköping?

Rent in Linköping is around 300-450 euros. To rent a dormroom costs 250-300 euros.

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

It's hard to find apartment in Linköping depending on where you want to live. In the city center it takes around 2 years to get an apartment. In the student area (so called Ryd), close to the university it's a little bit easier. The best advice I can give is to check the website Blocket for second hand apartments.

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

There are lots of different restaurants in the city center where you can get all kinds of food.

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

Flamman is a student bar close to centrum. The university offers different kinds of events for students. "Normal" clubs in centrum are open until 03:00 am.