Flatshare in Sant Cugat del Vallès

What you have to keep in mind is that the young atmosphere in Sant Cugat is not as lively as in Barcelona, ​​so students usually choose to live in a shared flat. And it is that, in this way, you will be able to share with students of different nationalities and make your day to day more lively.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Sant Cugat del Vallès

Below we list some of the most outstanding pros and cons of living in shared flats in this Catalan city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Sant Cugat del Vallès

• You are going to be able to choose between single rooms and shared rooms. You can also choose the accommodation that is part of private shared flats or residences for private or belonging to universities.

• Most of the shared flats are located in areas where many students live, such as the downtown neighbourhoods, Mira-Sol or Valldoreix.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Sant Cugat del Vallès

• It is one of the most expensive municipalities in Barcelona, ​​so prices can sometimes be high.

• The room is the only complete space that you will have for yourself, so try to make it cozy to be comfortable in it.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Sant Cugat del Vallès

In the apps for Erasmus+ you will be able to access different information about Erasmus in Sant Cugat del Vallès, both about the necessary procedures for the exchange and data about the city and different student tips, as well as keeping in mind that this is located in zone 2 of the Barcelona public transport network. For this reason, if you want to fully enjoy the cultural and leisure offer of Barcelona, ​​you should buy a quarterly transport ticket for 2 zones, with which you will be able to save a lot on transport.

How to meet people in Sant Cugat del Vallès

In this section, we tell you about some of the ways you have to meet people in the Catalan city, in addition to befriending your flatmates if you live in a shared flat. 

Student associations in Sant Cugat del Vallès

You have the opportunity to join some associations, such as the ESN UPC student association of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia. In these you will be able to meet people by participating in the activities and events they organize, making it easier to connect with other young people with similar interests to yours.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Sant Cugat del Vallès

It is very useful that you join the Facebook groups that you find because that way you will be able to find out about everything you can do in the city. For example, in the ESN UPC group you will see the events that you can be part of, such as cultural experiences (seeing the Castellers), visits to cultural sites, cooking workshops, sports such as throwing the axe or going for a run, laser tag, affordable trips to the Basque Country or Ibiza, among others.

WhatsApp groups for Erasmus in Sant Cugat del Vallès

You will surely find WhatsApp or Telegram groups to join. In these groups you will be able to be in more direct contact with other students who have similar interests to yours, being able to plan things on your own.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Sant Cugat del Vallès

Keep these tips in mind for living in a shared flat in this city in the province of Barcelona:

• If you live in the centre of the city, pay attention to the festivities that happen in the squares, since surely at some point you will have the opportunity to see the Castellers or the Correfocs.

• Do you want to be near a natural area to go for a walk or exercise in your spare time? Look for accommodation near the Parque de la Serra de Collserola, where you can relax while enjoying the views.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Sant Cugat del Vallès