Erasmus and international students in Toulouse

Toulouse, the dynamic city! Many foreign students dream of spending time in Toulouse, and no wonder. If you come to Toulouse as a foreign, international or Erasmus student, you’ll discover the perfect place to enjoy an unforgettable experience.

Student Place is here to support you and help you prepare for an exceptional year. With over 100,000 students in the Occitanie region, including a significant number of international students, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to make friends and enjoy every moment.

Toulouse, nicknamed the “Pink City” because of the color of the bricks on its buildings, is a city that exudes vitality and cultural diversity. Its warm, friendly atmosphere makes it an ideal place for an Erasmus student.

Toulouse is one of France’s largest cities. You’ll love it!

For an Erasmus student, living in Toulouse is as expensive as living anywhere else in France. In general, students are quite satisfied. Expenses may vary depending on your lifestyle, but here is an estimate of average monthly costs for a student in Toulouse:

• Accommodation: between 400 and 700 euros
• Food: between 200 and 300 euros
• Transport: approx. 30 euros
• Leisure: approximately 100 euros to 200 euros

This means you’ll need to budget at least 800 euros a month to live in Toulouse. However, there are ways of reducing these costs, such as looking for shared accommodation or buying cheaper groceries from discount supermarkets.

The search for a Erasmus accommodation in Toulouse can be difficult, especially for foreign students. Here are a few tips to help you find the perfect home:

• Start your search as early as possible, preferably 3 to 4 months before your arrival in Toulouse.
• Extend your search to other areas of Toulouse and surrounding towns.
• Use specialized websites such as Student Place and social networks to find accommodation.
• Contactstudent associationsfor help.

It’s important to note that rents in Toulouse are relatively reasonable, but demand is high, so be prepared to compromise and adjust your budget accordingly.

Toulouse is a lively city, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy yourself. There are bars, clubs, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, theaters, museums and much more. Here are some ideas for enjoying Toulouse’s nightlife:

• The most popular clubs are located in the Capitole district. You’ll find plenty of electronic music and dance clubs. My advice would be to go to the student evenings for foreign students with ESN Toulouse.

• If you prefer bars, head for beautiful Saint Cyprien, where you’ll find a wide variety of bars, pubs and cafés.
• Erasmus parties are also very popular in Toulouse. You can find out about upcoming events by visiting the Site Erasmus Place in T oulouse.

Be careful not to spend too much on outings, as this can quickly add up to a hefty monthly bill. But don’t forget that you’re in Toulouse for an unforgettable experience, so treat yourself while staying safe.

To get to Toulouse you can use the Toulouse Blagnac airport and then the bus or shuttle service to get closer to the city.

From Paris, just take a train or Flixbus.

From Marseille you can also take a train, flixbus or blablacar.

You can easily visit Spain, the Côte d’Azur, the Camargue or the southwest.

With Erasmus Place you can travel easily and cheaply with 20 different nationalities every weekend. You can discover all the trips on the platform and take your place directly.

Toulouse is a cultural and historic city with many tourist attractions and events throughout the year. You’re in the cradle of European history, a multicultural hub and a bustling city. I can only advise you to come to Toulouse. We look forward to seeing you