Erasmus in Bordeaux
The official links people use most when they arrive in Bordeaux. We opened each one on its website, and each shows the date we checked it.
To start with
Universities
International offices for exchange students.
- Exchange students at the University of BordeauxUniversité de Bordeaux
Page for exchange students with links to procedures, courses and welcome contacts.
Checked on 24 October 2026
- Exchange students at Bordeaux MontaigneUniversité Bordeaux Montaigne
For students from partner universities with an Erasmus+ agreement, for one or two semesters. Explains how to apply.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
When you arrive
Student associations and welcome services.
- ESN Bordeaux: Erasmus welcome associationESN Bordeaux
Local ESN section with the ESNcard and activities to meet people from the first week.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Bordeaux Montaigne International Welcome DeskUniversité Bordeaux Montaigne
Campus office giving guidance on housing, jobs, financial aid and university services.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Crous Bordeaux: university restaurants and student servicesCrous Bordeaux-Aquitaine
Public body for student life: university restaurants, residences and social support.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Erasmus associations
ESN sections, AEGEE and international student associations: activities, buddies and help when you arrive.
- ESN Bordeaux: who they areESN Bordeaux
Introduces ESN's section in Bordeaux: welcome for international students and events all year, especially at the start of each semester.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- TANDEM: Bordeaux Montaigne's buddy systemUniversité Bordeaux Montaigne
University platform that matches international and local students, with social and cultural events during the year.
Checked on 24 October 2026
Parties and events
Welcome parties, language exchanges and events for international students. Buy tickets only on the organiser's own website.
- Erasmus Place: Erasmus parties in BordeauxErasmus Place
Themed parties for international students in Bordeaux bars and clubs, with tickets on its website.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Trips and excursions
Trips and excursions for Erasmus students. Before paying, check who organises the trip and pay only on their official website.
- ESN Bordeaux: parties, culture and tripsESN Bordeaux
According to its website it runs one trip a month (Dune du Pilat, Basque Country, Pyrenees), plus parties, tastings and visits. Lower prices with the ESNcard; tickets on HelloAsso.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Erasmus Place: trips from BordeauxErasmus Place
Erasmus Place trips from Bordeaux; today one weekend in Normandy and Brittany was listed. Run by THE CONNECT, which publishes operator number IM059220006.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Paperwork
What an EU student staying for a semester has to do.
- CAF housing benefit for studentsCaf de la Gironde
How to apply on caf.fr, for private rentals, residences or Crous. It does not depend on your parents' income.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- CVEC: exchange students do not pay itMinistère de l'Enseignement supérieur (etudiant.gouv.fr)
If you come with Erasmus+ and pay no tuition fees in France, you do not need to do anything.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Right to open a bank accountService-Public.fr
If a bank refuses you, the Banque de France can assign one. You only need to live in France, whatever your nationality.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Transport
Public transport, passes and bikes.
- TBM monthly Pass Jeune (ages 11 to 27)TBM (Transports Bordeaux Métropole)
Unlimited tram, bus and Bato boat for a calendar month across the 28 towns of the Metropole.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Le Vélo: Bordeaux public bike schemeTBM (Transports Bordeaux Métropole)
Classic and electric self-service bikes every day, with or without a subscription.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Health and emergencies
European Health Insurance Card, emergencies and doctors.
- Healthcare for EU students: European Health Insurance CardMinistère de l'Enseignement supérieur (etudiant.gouv.fr)
With a European Health Insurance Card valid for the whole year you do not need to register with Ameli. Without it, register at etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Emergency numbers: 112 and othersService-Public.fr
112 works across the EU. France also has 15 (medical emergencies), 17 (police), 18 (fire brigade) and 114 by text or app for deaf people.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Student discounts
Cards and reduced prices for young people and students.
- Bordeaux Métropole Carte jeuneBordeaux Métropole
Free app for under-26s living in the Metropole, with reduced prices at cinemas, museums, sport and leisure. Proof of address required.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Free city museums on the first SundayVille de Bordeaux
CAPC, Musée d'Aquitaine, MADD, Fine Arts, Muséum and Botanical Garden are free on the first Sunday of each month, except July and August.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Culture and city life
Official tourism, events and libraries.
- Bordeaux tourist officeBordeaux Tourisme et Congrès
Official tourism website with ideas for visits, activities and events.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
- Bordeaux libraries: joining and borrowingVille de Bordeaux
How to join and borrow books and other items from the city libraries.
Checked on 24 October 2026 · Page in French
Offers for students in your city
Every two weeks, an email with discounts and useful things for Erasmus students in Bordeaux: transport, trips, activities and services. Only while you are there.
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Other cities in France
These are links to official websites. If one no longer works or has changed, write to us at hello@erasmuskit.com.