Welcome to Your Exchange Student Guide by the Study Abroad Team!
Dear exchange students,
This private webpage is your go-to resource for making the most of your semester abroad. Here, you'll find everything you need to plan your stay and enjoy your time in our community.
📅 Semester Activity Calendar
Tentative dates for activities you may be interested in this semester.
Follow the student associations' social media to stay informed.
🌍 Explore the City & Region
🎉 Best Deals & Fun Tips
A list of activities suggested by the BBA staff, all classified by themes to plan your different outings.
Hauts-de-France 🎭🏰🍟
Famous for: Dunkirk Carnival, beer, maroilles cheese, UNESCO-listed belfries, the Opal Coast beaches, and fries.
🎭 Carnaval de Dunkerque (février - mars)
➜ One of France’s most vibrant carnivals, featuring colorful parades and traditional songs.
Must-See Destinations to discover
Famous for the Eiffel Tower, castles to visit and vibrant cultural scene.
🎡 Foire du Trône (March-May)
➜ The largest funfair in Europe, featuring rides and attractions.
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Well known for the Mont-Saint-Michel, D-Day landing beaches, kite competitions, dairy products.
⛵ Les Régates de Deauville (June)
➜ A famous sailing competition with a view of the English Channel.
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Famous for: Its lighthouses, legends, festivals, and crêpes!
⛵ Festival Maritime de Brest (July- every 4 years, next edition 2028)
➜ A gathering of traditional boats from around the world.
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Region famous for The 24 Hours of Le Mans race, Loire Valley castles.
🏎️ Les 24 Heures du Mans (June)
➜ The most famous endurance car race in the world.
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Well known fo its Bordeaux wine, surfing beaches.
🌊 Compétitions de surf à Biarritz et Hossegor (April-July)
➜ World-famous surf spots in Biarritz and Hossegor.
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Famous for: The French Riviera, glamour, mountains, and lavender fields.
🎬 Festival de Cannes (May)
➜ International film festival attracting stars from all over the world.
🔗 More info
You'll find here a link to the StudyAbroad Guide you received by email before the start of your exchange semester: Click here.
📌 Bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates!
Enjoy your stay and make the most of your journey!