Erasmus and international students in Montpellier

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

Student Place is here to support you and help you prepare for an exceptional year. With over 10,000 international students in the Occitanie region, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to make friends and enjoy every moment.

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

For an Erasmus student, living in Montpellier 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 Montpellier:

• Accommodation: between 350 and 600 euros
• Food: between 200 and 300 euros
• Transport: approx. 35 euros
• Leisure: approximately 100 euros to 200 euros

This means that you should budget at least 750 euros per month to live in Montpellier. However, there are ways of reducing these costs, such as looking for shared accommodation or buying cheaper groceries from discount supermarkets.

Looking for Erasmus accommodation in Montpelliercan 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 Montpellier.
• Extend your search to other areas of Montpellier 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 Montpellier are relatively reasonable, but demand is high, so be prepared to compromise and adjust your budget accordingly.

Montpellier is a lively city, and there’s no shortage of entertainment. There are bars, clubs, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, theaters, museums and much more. Here are some ideas for enjoying Montpellier’s nightlife:

• The most popular clubs are located in the Antigone district. You’ll find plenty of electronic music and dance clubs. My advice would be to go every Wednesday to the Célèbre Club, where Erasmus evenings are organized for international and Erasmus students. The event attracts over 300 foreign students every Wednesday.

• If you prefer bars, head for the Beaux Arts or the Comédie, where you’ll find a wide variety of bars, pubs and cafés.

• The Écusson district is also a popular place to relax and enjoy the evening. There are many bars and restaurants with terraces.

• Erasmus parties are also very popular in Montpellier. You can find out about upcoming events by visiting the Site Erasmus Place in Montpellier.

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 Montpellier for an unforgettable experience, so treat yourself while staying safe.

To get to Montpellier, you can go via Montpellier Méditerranée airport, then take the shuttle or the bus.

From Paris, Nice, Marseille or Spain, all you have to do is take a train, a new plane or a Flixbus.

You can easily visit Spain, Champagne, the Côte d’Azur 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.

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