Erasmus in Liège

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Liège

Why do the Erasmus in Liège? If you are thinking of doing your Erasmus in Belgium, Liège is the perfect city, since the university has a very good reputation and there is a great student atmosphere. In addition, Liège is located in the centre of Europe, which allows you to travel to a lot of nearby cities and countries, such as Brussels, Germany and the Netherlands. Keep reading to discover everything that this welcoming city has to offer.

Cost of living in Liège, Belgium

The standard of living in Belgium is a bit high, but you'll be happy to know that Liège is not one of the most expensive cities in the country. A student can spend approximately €700-800 per month, taking into account the sum of all expenses (accommodation, food, transport and leisure). Now, given that the rent will be your biggest expense during your Erasmus stay and that Liège is a very student city, we advise you to start your accommodation search as soon as possible. If you need help, from our Erasmus Play platform you can find the best offers for you.

Also, in Liège, you will find a lot of discounts and special offers for students, especially on public transport.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Liège

In Liège, there is a lot of partying. Students tend to go out in an area of ​​the centre known as “Le carré”, a set of streets forming a square and that is where all the bars and pubs are concentrated. Young people come here every night to have a drink or dance. Belgium is known worldwide for its beer, so if you are a lover of this drink, do not hesitate to try all the possible varieties.

On the other hand, if you like to do cultural activities or trips, our advice is to join the Erasmus student associations in the city, since they usually organize a lot of plans. This allows you to get to know the city in depth and travel to other places such as Brussels, Ghent or Namur.

Culture and gastronomy in Liège, Belgium

If you are wondering what to see in Liège, here are the most important buildings:

• The Palace of the Prince-Bishops
• The Saint-Lamberto square
• The Saint-Paul's cathedral
• The collegiate church of Saint-Barthélemy
• The Liège-Guillemins train station
• The Curtius Museum

To get to know the culture of Liège to the fullest, you can try typical Belgian dishes such as waffles, “boulets à la liégeoise” (meatballs in sauce), mussels with chips and many chocolate and beer specialities (such as Jupiler or Curtius).

Advantages of doing Erasmus in Liège

• Study at the prestigious University of Liège.
• Liège has an excellent location for travelling both to Belgian cities (Brussels, Ghent, Bruges…) and nearby countries (France, Germany and the Netherlands).
• Liège is full of Erasmus students and therefore there are many parties and the nightlife is always very lively.
• Get to know Belgian culture and gastronomy at a cheaper price, since Liège is one of the most affordable cities in Belgium.

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Liège, Belgium

Do you need accommodation in Liège and don't know how to get it? In Erasmus Play you can find the best flats, spare rooms and apartments for students in Liège.

Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Liège

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