Life in Flanders

Proven popularity

We asked foreign researchers about their perceived
quality of life at Flemish universities and knowledge
centres.

According to them, Flanders’ main strengths are:

  • its location in the heart of Europe;
  • its high quality of life;
  • Flemish people tend to be multilingual;
  • its high standards of healthcare and education;
  • great mobility (a dense road network, efficient and
    affordable public transport);
  • reasonably priced housing;
  • its family-friendly environment (affordable education
    and childcare facilities);
  • its accessible and accommodating towns and cities.