
Meet people. See Sweden. Make it home
Experience culture, community, trips and activities. Run by students, for students - whether you are exchange, full-time or a local, come join us!
- 200+Members at Lund University
- ~50Activities a year
- 45Countries in the network
Your international community in Lund
Hej! We are ESN Lund – Students helping students to thrive during their time abroad. We welcome all students – whether you are on exchange, doing your Master’s, PhD or are a local student, come join us! We aim at making the experiences of international students in Lund the best possible as well as foster internationalization at home by bringing Swedish and international students together.
As part of the largest student organisation in Europe, ESN Lund is your gateway to an incredible international student experience. We organise a wide range of activities – from social gatherings and cultural excursions to parties and trips – all designed to help you connect, explore, and feel at home in Sweden.
Discover What’s Next at ESN Lund
Explore unforgettable events and essential updates from ESN Lund, designed to help you make friends, create memories, and enhance your international experience.
ESN eventThu 29 Oct · 17:30–19:30Board Games NightRoll the dice and join us for the night of games and fun! 🎲 ✨ 🥳 Come over for an evening packed with games, laughs and new friends.
We’ve got fika and a wide variety of board games covered. 🌟☕️🍪HighlightsHemgården (Lunds Ungdoms & Hemgård)Free
Sport
Sat 31 Oct · 13:00–14:00Trick or Smash: Halloween Padel with ESN Lund🎃 Spooky Smash: Halloween Padel × ESN Lund 🦇
Forget the usual Halloween party. This year, we’re taking it to the court.
Never played padel? No problem. It’s one of the easiest sports to pick up, and we’ll help you get started.
Join athme and ESN Lund for a game of padel, costumes and good company. Whether you’ve played a hundred matches or never held a racket, you’re welcome. We’ll mix players of all levels, so it’s the perfect chance to try something new and meet people from all over the world.
What’s waiting for you:
👻 Friendly padel games with mixed teams, all levels welcome
🧭 Arrive 10 minutes early for check-in and a short warm-up
✅ Rackets and balls are provided
📸 Photos to remember the night
💳 Pay directly by card/bank payment or use athme coins from your wallet
⏰ If not enough participants sign up, the host will cancel the event 2 hours before it starts. The host may also cancel earlier, or will let you know if they'd like to wait a bit longer in case the last participants join.
🔄 If the event is cancelled or there aren’t enough players, your payment is refunded as athme coins to your wallet
❌ Cancel at least 24 hours before the event for a refund as athme coins
🚫 Late cancellations and no-shows aren’t refunded
⚠️ In an emergency, email [email protected] and we’ll review your situation
📲 WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/H15Hr3C8VcwIgv1eHsLXuf?mode=gi_t
Book your spot. We’ll bring the rackets and people to play with!
Come dressed up, come ready to play, and come make some new friends. See you on the court, if you dare. 🎃HighlightsExternal EventsVictoriastadion130 athme coins (≈195 SEK)
Sport
Sat 31 Oct · 15:00–16:00Spike & Rally: Volleyball with Friends🏐 Spike & Socialize: One game. A whole new crew!
Looking for a fun way to break up the week and meet new people? Join the event for a volleyball game with good energy and great company.
Whether you played for your school team or have never touched a volleyball, everyone is welcome. We’ll mix players of all levels into teams, so it’s all about having fun, not about winning. It’s the perfect chance to get moving, laugh a lot and leave with a few new friends.
What to expect:
🏐 Friendly games with mixed teams
🤝 A relaxed, social atmosphere
✅ Ball and equipment are provided
⚡ All levels welcome, no experience needed
Spots are limited, so grab yours early. Bring your energy, your friends and some comfy sports clothes. See you on the court! 🏐
💳 Pay directly by card/bank payment or use athme coins from your wallet
⏰ If not enough participants sign up, the host will cancel the event 2 hours before it starts. The host may also cancel earlier, or will let you know if they'd like to wait a bit longer in case the last participants join.
🔄 If the event is cancelled or there aren’t enough players, your payment is refunded as athme coins to your wallet
❌ Cancel at least 24 hours before the event for a refund as athme coins
🚫 Late cancellations and no-shows aren’t refunded
⚠️ In an emergency, email [email protected] and we’ll review your situation
📲 WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/H15Hr3C8VcwIgv1eHsLXuf?mode=gi_tHighlightsExternal EventsVictoriastadion40 athme coins (≈60 SEK)
MeetingThu 5 Nov · 17:15–19:15Council MeetingRegular meeting where we discuss activities, plan events and just hang around. Great place to join our team if you're considering joining the Activity Committee to plan or help out on some eventsHighlightsKemicentrum KC:M
Members pay less — automatically
149 kr for your stay: member prices and members-only events, applied to your account automatically, plus an ESNcard with 1 500+ discounts across Europe. Open to every international student, not just Erasmus.
What being part of ESN Lund gets you
One card, a team of volunteers and a calendar that starts the day you arrive.
- Become Part of the ESN FamilyConnect instantly with hundreds of international and local students in our WhatsApp & Discord Community. Want to make an even bigger impact and gain valuable experience? Consider joining our dedicated volunteer team!
- Your Guide to Life in LundNavigating a new city is exciting! We’ve put together essential tips on finding accommodation, understanding public transport, and discovering the best local spots, cafes, and restaurants.
- Smart Savings, Endless AdventuresThe ESNcard is your key to exclusive discounts on travel, accommodation, culture, and more, both locally in Lund and across Europe. It’s available for all international students, not just Erasmus!
Ways to spend your semester
Many per semesterExperience SkåneCity trips, nature parks, hikes and culture - we'll show you the local gems. Fun activities in Lund and Malmö
Every semesterLapland, Iceland, FjordsExplore the Nordics with us through our partner Timetravels. Activities, accomodation, travel, equipment - all arranged for you.
Every monthCopenhagen PubcrawlsOur signature event. 4 bars, 2 competing groups, 1 evening full of fun challenges in a vibrant city.
Twice a yearCottage WeekendFor volunteers by volunteers. Run the events instead of attending them, join our team and enjoy this experience
Every semesterParties and sittningsNation nights, international dinners and the parties that end up as the pictures everybody keeps.
Every second weekBoard games and fikaThe lowest-effort thing we run: drop in at the office, drink coffee, play something. No sign-up.
Through the termErasmus in SchoolsVisit a local classroom and talk about where you are from. A way to see Lund beyond the student bubble.
Connect with other internationals
You will know somebody by the end of week one. Connect with hundreds of internationals in our WhatsApp. It is where the question about the personnummer queue at eleven at night, where furniture get resold, bike get fixed and where half the plans for a Saturday are made.
Where to start
New in Town?
ESN Lund prepared a special program for all newly arrived students as part of the university’s orientation weeks!
From last semester
Come and say hello
Come by during office hours to pick up your ESNcard, buy merch, pay for a membership in person, or ask us anything at all. No appointment needed.
Regular opening hours
Monday
15:15–17:00
Wednesday
17:15–18:00
Friday
10:15–12:00
Upcoming office dates
Current week (43)
- Monday19.1015:15–17:00
- Wednesday21.1017:15–18:00
- Friday23.10Today10:15–12:00
Next week (44)
- Monday26.1015:15–17:00
- Wednesday28.1017:15–18:00
- Friday30.1010:15–12:00
Week of 2 Nov (45)
- Monday02.1115:15–17:00
- Wednesday04.1117:15–18:00
- Friday06.1110:15–12:00
General questions
Is ESN only for Erasmus students?
No, we welcome all international and Swedish students!


















