Montpellier is a vibrant and lively city. The contrast between its historic center and its more modern areas makes Montpellier a cosmopolitan city, which is only 20 minutes away from the Mediterranean Sea. Here are just a few great reasons why Montpellier is the perfect destination to study French:
1- Mediterranean climate
Thanks to its proximity to the Mediterranean Sea, Montpellier has a temperate climate. With at least 300 days of sun throughout the year, the annual average temperature is around 14 ° C. This makes the city a favorite destination for escaping from the cold weather in Europe.
2- Easy to move around
The local transport network is extensive. The city is connected by tram and bus services that operate throughout the year. Additionally, the city’s size makes it very easy to move by foot or by bicycle.
3- University town
Montpellier is one of the most important university towns in the country, meaning that there are plenty of other young people and fun activities to do. If you decide to extend your stay to study higher education, you will have the perfect campus for your studies. Also, being a student city makes Montpellier cheaper than some other destinations.
4- Diversity of restaurants and cafes
There are so many great options for going out for a drink with friends that you will always need to find an excuse to go somewhere. It is amazing how many restaurants, bars, and cafes are hidden in the streets of the city. These are all perfect places to discover French gastronomy, regional wines, and the nightlife of the town.
5- Free activities
In this city that never stops, there is a schedule full of things to do every day of the year. The best part is that many of these activities are totally free. Entrance fees are often waived at some museums, the zoo, local photographic exhibitions, andeven some musical concerts.
6- Nearby destinations
One of the good things about Montpellier is that it is very close other medieval or coastal towns. The short distance makes it easy to plan to discover new places. Whether you are passing through the fishing port of Sète or following the footpaths of the Saint James Way in Saint Guilhem le Desert, exploring incredible places is possible without having to travel too far.
7- Close to the beach
The sea is only 11 kilometers away from the city and is easily accessible by bus or bicycle. Places like Palavas-Les-Flots, Carnon, or La Grande Motte are just some of the favorites to take advantage of the local Mediterranean climate.
8- Natural spaces
There are lots of green spaces withinin the city and around it. Parks, zoos, botanical gardens, and mountains are prime options for for spending time outdoors, especially in the spring and summer seasons.
9- Accessibility
Getting to the city is very easy. Montpellier is connected to the heart of France by rail, and it is possible to be in Paris in less than four hours using the high-speed train. It is also connected to other European capitals through its international airport. Plenty of buses –are available to connect you to other nearby citiesin under four hours, including Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, or Barcelona.
10- Culture
The city is full of museums, art exhibitions, musical concerts, and history. There is so much to do and to discover in each of Montpellier’s different areas, that it is difficult for anyone to be bored. All that is needed is to arrive with the desire to discover all that Montpellier has to offer.
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