Erasmus in Graz

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Graz

Are you thinking of doing an Erasmus in Graz? This town welcomes thousands of international students as the second largest university city in Austria, after Vienna. If you want to know more about Graz, stay with us as we will tell you everything you need to know. Here you will find information about the cost of living, leisure, partying, accommodation in Graz and a lot of curiosities about the city.

Cost of living in Graz, Austria

Graz, apart from being the second largest city in Austria after Vienna, is the capital of the federal state of Styria. That is why it offers many opportunities to students and the cost of living will vary depending on the accommodation and the area where we live.

Exchange students often choose to stay in dorms to make friends easily or rent an apartment with other roommates. The price of the residences is approximately €350-450. On the other hand, if you prefer to rent a spare room in a shared flat, the prices are a little lower and range from approximately €250 to €350. To do this, we recommend that you search our Erasmus play platform.

As for public transport, there is a monthly pass that costs around €50.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Graz

Surely you have wondered if there are a lot of parties in Graz. The answer is yes, thanks to its university environment. Most clubs and pubs are located in the Univiertel area, near the university, where places like Kottulinsky and Three Monkeys stand out. Also don't forget to go to the Office Pub, which organizes parties for Erasmus students every Wednesday.

Now then, not everything was going to be fiesta: also take the opportunity to visit the most emblematic sites of the city such as the Schlossberg, a castle with a forest where you can enjoy the purest nature; the old town that was declared a World Heritage Site; Eggenberg Castle; the Uhrturm clock tower; walk along the Mura river, etc.

Also, if you are a fan of skiing, you can go to the Planai ski resort, just two hours from Graz. Or if you are more into cultural visits, visit Vienna, the country's capital, or smaller cities such as Salzburg.

Culture and gastronomy in Graz, Austria

Austria is a country with a very wide gastronomy. It is essential that you go to the "Bausatzlokale", a typical restaurant that is found throughout the city and where you can eat for around €5. They have a wide variety of dishes, from burgers to pizzas, and they also have vegetarian and vegan options. They differ from other bars in that they have sheets of paper where you write down the size and ingredients of the dish you choose. Among them, Area 5 and Posaune stand out.

Likewise, prepared meat-based meals are the most typical dishes of Graz, such as “Schnitzel” (Viennese escalope), “ragout” or grilled sausages. And for sweet lovers, we advise you to try the most popular there: the apple "strudel".

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Graz

• Many pubs and bars organize Erasmus parties, with which you will meet people of many nationalities.
• Possibility to travel to different cities and countries, such as Switzerland, Prague or Munich since Austria is a country located in the centre of Europe.
• Graz is a very manageable city that allows you to cycle anywhere.
• You will be able to learn, gain fluency and/or practice German, the official language of Graz.

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Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Graz

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