Erasmus in Nantes

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Nantes

Why do the Erasmus in Nantes? Although Nantes is not one of the best-known cities in France, it is an ideal destination to come for Erasmus. It is located in the west of France and is a very welcoming city. Every year, it receives thousands of students, so the university atmosphere here will not be lacking. If you want to discover more details about Nantes, here we tell you everything about it. Let's start!

Cost of living in Nantes, France

The standard of living in Nantes may be a bit expensive compared to other European cities. However, life in Nantes is much cheaper than in big cities like Paris. To give you an idea, a student can spend around €600 a month, including rent, transport, food and leisure expenses. Note that this is only an approximation and may vary depending on your lifestyle and needs.

Since accommodation will be your biggest expense during your Erasmus stay in Nantes, our advice is to start your search as soon as possible. From our Erasmus Play housing search engine, we help you find the best offers for you.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Nantes

Nantes is full of young university students and therefore the nightlife is always very lively. The best area to go out is “Île de Nantes”, a neighbourhood in the city centre that is full of bars and nightclubs. Some students' favourite nightclubs are Warehore and Colors. In the old part of the city, you will also find restaurants with quite affordable prices.

Apart from partying, you can visit nearby towns in French Brittany, such as Clisson, Poitiers or Mont Saint-Michel.

Culture and gastronomy in Nantes, France

To get to know the most emblematic places in Nantes, don't hesitate to go to:

• The castle of the Dukes of Brittany
• The Basilica of Saint Nicholas
• The Place Royale
• The Cathedral of Saint Peter and Saint Paul
• The Tower LU
• The “Passage Pommeraye”
• The sculptures of the island's machines (“Les Machines de l'île”)

As for gastronomy, in Nantes, you will be able to try dishes as typical as the “galette” (a type of crepe made with buckwheat flour), the “gâteau nantais” (a kind of almond and rum sponge cake), the “bardatte” (cabbage stuffed with meat) or the “curé nantais” cheese.

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Nantes

• Travel to nearby cities in the French Brittany region such as Clisson, Poitiers or Mont Saint-Michel.
• Nantes is a very welcoming city, with a great student atmosphere.
• Public transport works great and it is very easy to get around the city.
• Improve your French and learn about French culture and gastronomy at a more affordable price than in big cities like Paris.

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Nantes, France

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

Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Nantes

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