Struggling to find affordable housing as a student in Aarhus? Let me introduce you to Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet. Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet offers a unique blend of community and independent living.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet has 198 homes. Most residents live in one-room apartments. Some live in rooms sharing a kitchen shower and toilet with one other person. A few rentals have a higher number of residents sharing facilities.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet is north of Aarhus. It is close to many educational institutions. Students enjoy socializing through activities like Friday bar board game evenings and shared meals. Residents decide how social they want to be. It is a nice way to meet neighbors. Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet has common facilities. These include a laundry room a common room and free parking.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet first opened in 1969. It has since been renovated. Today there are 126 rooms where residents share facilities. The other 72 are one-room apartments with private facilities.
Monthly rent starts from 3169 kr.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet boasts several common facilities. There is a common room. It can be used for private events and activities but booking is required. There is a parking lot. Residents can register their cars with the caretaker to avoid fines.
Residents can enjoy a beach volleyball court.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet hosts four annual parties. These are the Semester start fest in February the Summer fest in June the Semester start fest in September and the Christmas lunch in December. Tour de Chambre is arranged each semester. Friday bars are also held regularly. The bar opens at 9 PM offering cold beers.
The Event Committee organizes social activities each semester. They organize small gatherings like bike tune-ups. They also organize larger events like Thanksgiving. Past events include serving pastries for Store bededag finding Easter beer in the garden hosting movie nights after parties ice skating and Halloween parties. They also host Christmas crafting days.
The Game Committee hosts regular themed game nights. These evenings include coffee tea and cake. It is a good way to meet neighbors. Games can be borrowed from the committee.
The Music Committee maintains a well-equipped music room. It is in the basement of the common building. The room suits guitar bass drums piano and singing.
The Fællesspisnings Committee hosts communal dinners four times per semester. The menu is often two or three courses. It costs 40 kr per dinner. One dinner involves residents cooking.
The Welcome Committee greets new residents. They knock on doors and offer a welcome party.
The Garden Committee is for residents with green thumbs. They grow edible and ornamental plants. They also cultivate tomatoes and chilies in the greenhouse. Residents can take what they need.
Grundtvigs Hus Kollegiet offers more than just housing. It offers a vibrant community. It is a place where students can connect socialize and create lasting memories.