Student life in Strasbourg
23 July 2024

Strasbourg, as a large university city, offers a rich and varied experience 🧑 🎓. Here are some key aspects of life 🧑 🎓 in Strasbourg:
Universities and Schools

  • University of Strasbourg (Unistra)
  • INSA Strasbourg
  • École Nationale d’Administration (ENA): Prestigious school training senior French and foreign civil servants.

Housing

  • University Residences: Managed by the CROUS, they offer affordable housing.
  • Private Rentals: Apartments or shared flats, often sought after by students.
    Transport
    🚎 • and 🚍: Strasbourg has a highly developed public transport network, making it easier to get around the city and to campuses.
  • Vélhop 🚲: Bicycle rental service, very popular among students to get around in an eco-friendly way

Cultural and Social Life

  • Theaters🎭 and Cinemas🎬: The Théâtre National de Strasbourg, the Opéra national du Rhin, as well as numerous cinemas offer a varied program.
  • Festivals: Strasbourg hosts several festivals, including the European Fantasy Film Festival and the Jazz Festival.
  • Bars 🍻and Restaurants🍴: A multitude of student bars and restaurants, particularly in the Krutenau and Petite France districts.

Sporting activities

  • SUAPS (University Physical and Sports Activities Service): Offers a wide variety of sports for students.
  • Clubs and Associations: Many sports clubs and student associations organize events and competitions.
    Services for Students
  • Libraries: Many university and municipal libraries.
  • Health: University health centers offering medical consultations.
  • CROUS: Dining and financial aid services for students.

Outings and Leisure

  • Parks 🏞️and Green Spaces: Parc de l’Orangerie, Jardin des Deux Rives, ideal for relaxing.
  • Nightlife: Lively nightclubs and pubs, particularly in student areas.

Strasbourg combines a pleasant living environment, a rich cultural life and suitable infrastructure, which makes it an attractive choice for 🧑‍🎓.