Erasmus Experience in Paris, France by Merve

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

Being an Erasmus student in Paris is hard and people are not making this easier for you. You are just another international student for them.

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

Not really. French learning methods are complicated and profesors are rarely helping you

What is the food like?

Quite good, especially desserts if you are into it

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Paris?

It's been extremely difficult

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

It depends to you, but the accommodation is the biggest part of your costs

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

Yes, i am taking french at the moment

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Paris from your city?

By plane

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

Pigalle, Grand Boulevard, Dupleix are the metro stations that you can easily find cool night clubs

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

I prefer the restos at Cluny, it's so close to my university

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Paris in the future?

Prepare yourself for everything, Paris has been told like a dream but in reality it's a highly dangerous, expensive city. Parisiens can be impolite, even mean. Consider everything before you come here