Erasmus Experience in Bilbao, Spain by Hannah

Would you recommend the city and the University of Bilbao to other students?

Yes! I love the city.

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What is the food like?

The food in the Basque Country is incredible, especially the pintxos!

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Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

In the city almost everyone speaks in Spanish, but if you live in a smaller town nearby they are more likely to speak Basque which is nothing like Spanish.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to around the city?

The metros are great.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Bilbao?

There’s a street called Pozas in Indautxu with lots of cool bars and some clubs nearby.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Bilbao?

Casco Viejo has some real hidden gems you can stumble across!