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Erasmus guides
Long-form, research-backed guides to help you choose your Erasmus destination, manage your budget and make the most of your year abroad.
The Erasmus City Index 2026
Our annual report: 27 destinations scored on seven weighted factors and thousands of student experiences, to answer the only question that matters — where should you go on Erasmus in 2026?
Best Erasmus Cities for Nightlife in 2026
From €2 ruin-bar pints in Budapest to Madrid's all-night terraces and Lisbon's Bairro Alto crawl — the Erasmus cities where going out is part of the experience.
Cheapest Erasmus Cities in 2026
Where €600–800 a month is enough for rent, food and a proper social life. The most affordable Erasmus destinations in Europe right now, ranked by real student budgets.
How to Choose Your Erasmus Destination
Seven factors that actually shape your Erasmus year, the trade-offs between them, and how to pick the city that fits you — not the one Instagram says you should pick.
Best Erasmus Cities for Solo Students (2026)
No friends from home coming with you? These are the cities where solo Erasmus students land in a group within the first week — ranked by community, ESN activity, safety and English friendliness.
Erasmus Budget by City (2026): Monthly Cost Comparison
Accommodation, food, transport and leisure broken down for 27 Erasmus cities — from €800/month in Wroclaw to €1,600 in Copenhagen, plus what actually moves the number.