Erasmus in Vigo

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Vigo

Why do the Erasmus in Vigo? Located in the northwest of Spain, specifically in the autonomous community of Galicia, Vigo is a coastal city with a lot of nature. It is a destination that many students contemplate, since it is a quiet city, with ideal size and very affordable prices. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know for your Erasmus in Vigo.

Cost of living in Vigo, Spain

If one of your biggest concerns is whether Vigo is an expensive place, you can rest easy, since it is a fairly affordable city, with prices much lower than in other large Spanish cities such as Madrid or Barcelona. To give you an idea, a student may need a monthly budget of around €600-700, with the sum of all expenses. Of course, you must bear in mind that accommodation will be the biggest expense and, therefore, the search mustn't be left to the last moment. Also, as Vigo welcomes many students, you will find plenty of discounts for young university students in many places and, above all, on public transport. It’s worth noting that the food prices are quite affordable.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Vigo

It might delight you to know that Vigo’s nightlife is very active, as there are plenty of places to have a drink or party. The Náutico and Arenal areas are the main places where the student scene is concentrated, and the clubs preferred by young people are Rouge and Tokyo. Also, in the Old Town area, you will find a lot of bars and restaurants where you can have a drink.

On the other hand, in Vigo, there are many places of culture and leisure, such as cinemas, theatres, museums, bowling alleys, shopping centres... As for trips, we recommend going to the most famous beaches in Vigo, such as Samil or Vao, and to the Cíes Islands, which have incredible paradisiacal beaches. Nor can you miss a visit to Castrelos Park, one of the largest green spaces in the city, or take advantage of Vigo's location to travel to Portugal, the neighbouring country.

Culture and gastronomy in Vigo, Spain

As you may have noticed, in Vigo, there are a lot of things to do. But you still have to discover the most emblematic places of the city:

• The Mercado da Pedra
• The Co-Cathedral of Santa María de Vigo
• The port of Vigo
• The Puerta del Sol
• The Casco Vello de Vigo
• The different sculptures scattered throughout the city: the Swimmer, the Sireno, Jules Verne...

To get to know Galician culture in depth, don't forget to try Vigo's gastronomy, characterized by the use of seafood. Some of the most typical dishes are Galician-style octopus, cuttlefish in ink, scallops or rice with lobster.

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Vigo

• Vigo is a very affordable city, so you can improve your Spanish and get to know Spanish culture and gastronomy at a very affordable price.
• If you like nature, in Vigo you will find many green spaces, such as Castrelos Park or Monte del Castro, from where you can admire the best views of the entire city.
• Visit a lot of paradisiacal beaches such as Samil, Vao or the Cíes Islands.
• Vigo is a quiet and welcoming city, with all the comforts that a student needs.
• Vigo has an excellent location for travelling to Portugal, the neighbouring country.

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Vigo, Spain

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Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Vigo

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