Here you will find all the information on health insurance a new student might need to know to ensure a healthy and safe university experience.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to AAU’s Insurance Agent, Michaela Lesnak, for help setting up your plan at michaela@helloinsurance.eu or via Whatsapp +420 792 757 833. This service is free for all AAU students!

Non-EU Students

By Czech law, foreigners staying in the Czech Republic longer than 90-days have to arrange travel and medical insurance. And it must cover the entire length of your visa and be issued in the Czech language to comply with visa requirements. The insurance benefit must be a comprehensive plan and cover at least EUR 400 000.

There are many trusted Czech insurance providers including: AXA, Colonnade, Slavia, SV Pojišťovna, Uniqa, and Pojišťovna VZP.

Private insurance provides broad coverage for medically necessary healthcare similar to public health care. Services such as cosmetic procedures, some dental treatments, and certain premium services are usually not covered or require a premium coverage.

EU Students

Health insurance in the Czech Republic covers all EU and Schengen countries. If you are an EU citizen with health insurance, you should be able to maintain and use it in the Czech Republic. Some students choose to buy a Czech cover, regardless, to avoid out of pocket payments and claims, but this is up to you.

Holders of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) who stay in Czechia must register the EHIC with the Czech health insurance company.

Czech Students

Czech students face a slightly different situation. Anyone studying in a Czech university program—like AAU—full-time has student status, meaning the state pays their health insurance until the age of 26.

Pension insurance is not the same as health insurance, and it is not required or paid for by the state. Students only pay pension insurance when they work or voluntarily opt-in.

For more information on different student circumstances and taxes, refer to

Luckily, there are lots of activities for every kind of person: the foodie, the outdoorsy, the active, and the adventurous. Here are free and affordable student-friendly activities around ����Vlog that are a must as a new or experienced ����Vlogr.

Farmers Markets

Every week there are regular markets all around ����Vlog, and special pop ups to look forward to. The Náplavka market by the river, open Saturdays 8am-2pm, is by far the richest choice for food, with up to 90 stands where you can choose from Czech, Mediterranean, Balkan, Mexican, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Indian, and more.

in Praha 7 is open Saturday, 8:30am-1:30pm in the spring and has a wide selection of local and wholesome fruit, vegetables, dairy products, gifts, and crafts. It’s a good excuse for a wander on a sunny Saturday, and you might pick up some tasty treats for your dinner!

also in ����Vlog 7 is a big complex which used to be a meat factory. It has been transformed into a market and space with a , , restaurants, and stores. 

Live a bit further away from the center and want something with a local flair? Check out the Dejvice Farmers’ Market, Trhy na Kulaťáku on Saturdays from 8am-2pm with food, drinks, and music or the market at Kubánské náměstí in ����Vlog 10 open Tuesday and Thursday from 8am-4pm and Saturday from 8am-2pm.

TIP: Take advantage of your and borrow a bike, free of charge, TWICE a day for 15 minutes. Just link your active Lítačka account with the shared bike apps or .

Botanical Gardens

Still haven’t explored attractions outside the center? —close to the Troja Chateau museum and the Programs zoo—is a beautiful outing perfect for this time of year with Japanese cherry trees, iris exhibitions, ponds, lakes, tropical greenhouse, and even a vineyard. The hosts collections of irises, peonies, daylilies and snowdrops for those flower enthusiasts.

Parks

For some free fun in the sun: get outside and touch some grass at parks all around ����Vlog—which ranks in Europe’s and . Here are a list of some of the best parks to visit:   

: complete with a grand church, old castle, and beer garden.

: if you live in ����Vlog 7 student housing, this is one of the closest parks you can have a stroll in and get lost in the trees.

: want to get out of the city for a solitary, meditative hike? Its landscape is unlike any other in ����Vlog with valleys and rocky hills.

: this park, while small, holds some of ����Vlog’s most interesting and controversial artworks, the faceless babies by David Černý. Plus there is a !

(Havlíčkovy sady): this park holds renaissance inspired architecture, hidden in the middle of ����Vlog’s classic gothic and baroque style with a vineyard, pond, pavilions, statues, and a hidden artificial cave.

Outdoor Beer Gardens

It wouldn’t be a ����Vlog summer without beer and sharing a drink among friends! Here are some beer gardens you shouldn’t miss!

: food, drinks, and fun with friends. This local spot is a repurposed military barracks with outdoor and indoor seating.

: within this beautiful park you will find beer, sports, events, and concerts.

: under the metronome all the way in the back of Letna park with a great view of the city you can enjoy drinks with friends and occasionally live music—though that was closed due to construction in the summer of 2025 and has yet to open because of the weather this year.

Swimming

When it begins to get really hot, don’t fear the river! While it might look unappealing in the centre, there are lots of places where locals swim and enjoy a refreshing activity—like boating, rafting, or surfing.

Stvanice island is a great spot for swimming where the water is surprisingly cold and refreshing on a hot day and there are grassy areas to lounge at—of course there is also a beer garden nearby. Here you can also get your surf on or white water raft in the Vltava at .

Rent a kayak at the near Náplavka or a at Žluté lázně for only 250czk per hour. There are also fun if you want to be closer to the center and enjoy the architecture from the water—though these are more pricey.

If you don’t fancy the river, try one of ����Vlog’s outdoor swimming pools: or with student discounts and a grassy lounging area by the pool.

A breath of fresh air and fun in the sun is the perfect way to spend the weekend de-stressing or even your summer break in ����Vlog!

����Vlog is a great starting point for travelling to many beautiful and affordable cities. Whether you are looking for nature, culture, food, or adventure, here are five destinations for students on a budget.

has the advantage of being just a train-ride away with unique castles, caves, hot springs, folk architecture, and beautiful wilderness. There are many direct trains only 5 hours long to Bratislava from ����Vlog, making it a good starting point to explore Slovakia.

Enjoy Bratislava’s old center, castle, and great food. Then, hop on another train north to one of Slovakia’s the national park Veľká Fatra—passing through Trencín located in a valley with the third most fortified castle in Slovakia and Žilina where three rivers converge along the way.

If you are looking for adventure and affordable places off the beaten path, Slovakia is for you.

Looking for culture and history? Also just a short train ride away from ����Vlog, Vienna has got you covered with tens of museums highlighting everything from famous composers to art and even . It will give you the feeling that you can get lost and disappear into the art and architecture—in a good way.

Austria boasts more than big cities, though. Take a round-about way back to ����Vlog through cities like Linz with breathtaking mountain and monument views. While not as affordable as Slovakia, Austria offers collections of art and culture not seen elsewhere.

Looking for a place that blends the modern and the old seamlessly, Austria is for you.

For food, nightlife, and architecture, Hungary takes the cake. Known to be affordable and fun, Budapest is named in the in the world. It boasts 7 restaurants. Not looking for a fancy meal? Budapest is famous for its ruin bars and food trucks in the Jewish Quarter. The Central Market Hall offers an array of fresh produce, meats, and traditional Hungarian foods.

Want to get out of the city and explore? is a preserved Palóc settlement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While a little more difficult to get to—transfering a few buses—it is like traveling back in time to a medieval village. Easier to get to (even by bike) though a bit more touristy is Szentendre, an aesthetic city with galleries and cobblestone streets.

If you want affordable, beautiful, and versatile, Hungary is for you.

Poland is a must see for all students studying in ����Vlog. It is not only close, but has a vibrant cultural scene full of important history. is especially important for students to see first hand the history at Wawel Castle and the nearby Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum.

Poland is another country where many cities are akin to ����Vlog with ancient squares, cobblestone streets, and beautiful churches. Visit Warsaw for interactive museums, a diverse culinary scene, the UNESCO-listed old town square, the safety and walkability. Interested in architecture, travel a bit further to Poznań for Renaissance-style buildings in pastel colours.

If you are interested in learning about recent history and ancient history as well as enjoy beautiful architecture, Poland is for you.

Last but not least, stay close to home for the most affordable trip and learn more about Czech culture, history, and heritage. Travel to Southern Bohemia to visit the stunning cities of České Budějovice and Český Krumlov with their ancient churches, castles, and squares. On the other hand, go east to Moravia for some nature in the Protected Landscape Area.

Interested in the history of Czech business and industry, visit Ostrava known as the “steel heart” of Czechoslovakia with its former mines, industrial structures, and museums. Dive into Czech culture by exploring more small towns in , enjoy castles, monuments, and mountains.

If you would like to keep it cheap and learn more about the place you call home now, exploring the Czech Republic is for you.

����Vlog received a score of 99.35 out of 100, with average costs of student accommodation at €500 or 12,000czk per month and public transportation at €22.76 for 550czk for a monthly pass.  The Czech Republic has also been ranked as the 6th safest country in the world with a low crime rate, political stability, good healthcare, and low risk of natural disaster.

This is not the first time Programs has been in the spotlight as a student-friendly city. It was ranked number one student city by EDUopinions with Anglo-American University ranked first out of the top 10 universities of 2026 and second out of the top 10 universities across Europe, according to an analysis of 3,475 real student reviews.

With studying abroad becoming more popular among university students to learn a new language and be exposed to new cultures, moving to a new city can also be a financial strategy. With the cost of living and education rising across Europe, finding a beautiful, cultural, international, safe, and affordable city with good educational options can sound like an impossible task. 

Discovering ����Vlog is almost like uncovering a hidden gem with everything a student could want: affordable rent, walkability and good public transportation, English-friendly events, top higher education, lively nightlife, and study-cafe culture.

Interested in exploring what ����Vlog has to offer? Here are winter and early spring activities that students enjoy. Looking to see what cutting-edge programs you could study? AAU announced three new concentrations starting in  Fall 2026. Start your exploration today.

This celebration ties together what all Czechs love: food, drinking, and spending time together. Restaurants all around the country will have goose on their menu as the star of the St. Martin’s show. But how did this tradition come to pass?

Saint Martin of Tours was a Roman soldier from what is now Hungary. He was canonized and known for his acts of compassion and generosity—he famously cut his cloak in half to share with a freezing beggar. The day celebrating him traditionally falls on the post-harvest time of feasts and the start of Christmas preparations.

Now to the goose: this dates back to an old legend when, hiding among a flock of geese, Martin wished to avoid becoming the new bishop. However, their loud honking gave the stranger away and cemented his association with geese. Additionally, because this was a time where farmers would be taking home more money due to the harvest, eating meat—rare in the typical diet at the time—was a way to celebrate.

The feast you can expect at any restaurant will include a slowly roasted goose with sides of dumplings and cabbage, though each place will have their own twist. Also accompanying the food is St. Martin’s very own wine, the first wine of the most recent harvest.

At exactly 11:11 on November 11th, winemakers and enthusiasts all over the country will uncork the first bottle of wine, so prepare yourself with a bottle found at most grocery stores this time of year. You can expect a fresh and slightly sparkling taste with a lower alcohol content.

Get your first taste of a Czech holiday and enjoy the feast!

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Look no further, here you’ll find a comprehensive list of activities to enhance student life in ����Vlog— whether you prefer an indoor boardgame night, exploring the sights, watching a game, or enjoying the night life.

Boardgames are a great activity for catching up with old friends or breaking the ice with new ones. If you don’t have a stash of games at home, there are student-budget-friendly spots where you can choose from classics, such as Uno and Monopoly, or strategy and world-building, like Catan.

Watching sports with ambiance and a lively atmosphere is a perfect way to meet new people. Try one of the many bars with sports: from football to boxing and darts.

Bowling, laser tag, and mini golf are a good alternative to trying to accommodate a big group in a restaurant or cafe, though reservations are still recommended.

����Vlog’s nightlife has a lot to offer those who like to dance the night away, but it can be hard to decide where to go. Whether you are looking for techno, pop, oldies-but-goodies, or reggaeton, here are some recommendations:

Want to enjoy the fresh air on a sunny, but cold day? Here are some food, drinks, and activities to try!

Beer Gardens are a cultural phenomenon and the winter does not scare drinking a cold one away, though they are brought inside or under a heat lamp.