Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Bydgoszcz

Does the idea of ​​spending the winter in this cold Polish city turn you off? Don't worry! International students who have already been there are saying that you will get used to it quickly, as long as you have a good coat. Also, they insist that if you live in a shared apartment, you take the opportunity to connect with your flatmates by doing some of the winter activities, such as skiing in the nearby mountains or ice skating in the old town square.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Bydgoszcz

We give you some pros and cons for you to consider when deciding if this form of accommodation is ideal for you in the Polish city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Bydgoszcz

Take advantage of savings on rent to enjoy all the leisure options in this Polish city, as well as travel to the rest of Poland and other nearby countries. Some cities you can consider are Warsaw, Krakow, Berlin and Gdansk.

You will find an apartment with a convenient location for you. Remember that some neighbourhoods preferred by young people are Śródmieście, Bielawy and Stare Miasto.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Bydgoszcz

The temperatures in winter in this Polish city often drop below 0ºC, so you have to reach an agreement with your flatmates about the use of heating, so they can make use of what seems right to everyone.

Sometimes it is difficult to make roommates comply with the cleaning and tidying schedule.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Bydgoszcz

For your exchange in this Polish city, we suggest you use the apps for Erasmus+ that you have at your disposal. In these apps, you will find varied information and tips about life in the city. For example, one of the tips that young people repeat the most is that public transport (including the tram) is usually very frequent and works well, so you can look for accommodation that is not so close to places of interest but that has a good connection.

How to meet people in Bydgoszcz

Here we tell you about the ways you have to meet people in Bydgoszcz. Remember that one of the best things you can do is share a flat, so you will be in contact with your colleagues as soon as you arrive in the city.

Student associations in Bydgoszcz

Many universities have associations for international students, in which you can meet other young people who are there at the same time as you while doing numerous activities that allow you to immerse yourself in the local culture. For example, the Nicolaus Copernicus University of Torun has the AEGEE Torun.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Bydgoszcz

Most Facebook groups you will find are organized according to the academic year, for easy contact with students at Bydgoszcz in the same season as you.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Bydgoszcz

Generally, students create groups on Whatsapp or Telegram to be in more direct contact with each other. Take the opportunity to join those you meet, since you will be able to introduce yourself and find other young people with whom to share activities, whether it is strolling through the old town or enjoying the Vistula River.

Tips for living in a shared student apartment in Bydgoszcz

Some keys to keep in mind when sharing a flat in the Polish city:

You should pay attention to what area of ​​the city the campus you will be attending is, since each of them has different locations. We recommend you to find accommodation with good access to your institution and the city centre, where the most frequented entertainment venues by young people are.

Even if you are not an opera fan, you have to go to at least one of the shows that take place at Opera Nova Bydgoszcz! It is a way to experience one of the parts of Polish culture.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Bydgoszcz

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