Saxion's campuses are all located in cities in the east part of the Netherlands. Enschede, Apeldoorn, and Deventer are all pretty calm and relaxing, but also there is always something interesting you can do.
Surrounded by nature and history
Going for a walk or having a picnic in some park is everyday activity to do in every city. For example, Deventer is situated near the river 'Ijssel.' Students and locals like to go out for a walk or even swim at the riverbanks when the weather is nice. It is just one example of the many places you can relax in Deventer.
On the other hand, Enschede is famous for its historical architecture. You can just walk around the city center, and it will still be a mesmerizing view. Also, Enschede is located very close to the border with Germany, which is a destination you can always consider.
Apeldoorn is the smallest city of the three, but still, it can offer a lot. You can do fun activities, such as visiting the monkey zoo called the Apenheul or the Julianatoren (amusement park). It is a favorite holiday destination for the Dutchies for a reason.
Student life in the cities
Even though the cities are not popular with fancy nightclubs and exotic bars there are plenty of cool bars and cafes you can go to with your friends. It is always lovely to take a break and have a great night out in some club in your busy schedule. Also, all campuses are located within 5 minutes walking distance from the train station, so if you really want to have a wild night, you can always travel to Amsterdam or Utrecht.
Housing in the cities
Most first-year international students live in Saxion housing which is really nice if you want to broaden your network and create new friendships. However, suppose you do not want to live in Saxion's housing. In that case, it is pretty easy to find accommodation in all cities. Still, the prices vary depending on the location. For example, prices tend to be slightly higher in Enschede and in areas near the city center. Even if you live somewhere in the outskirts of the cities, you can get to the city center 10 minutes maximum by bike. Also, there are plenty of local markets and supermarket chains such as Jumbo and Lidl in every city.
Getting sporty
When it comes to activities, you can do all three cities have gyms you can go to and there you can sign for different sports such as boxing, Pilates, Zumba, etc. Of course, in Enschede, there is the sports base of Twente. There you can really dedicate your leisure time to sports such as swimming, ice skating, football, basketball, and many others. However, as this is part of the University of Twente, you have to buy a membership card. Still, there is a discount as Saxion partners with UT. If you just want to be active, you can always go for a walk or a run in the plenty of parks these cities have.
