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Located on the Loire River, Nantes—France’s sixth largest city—has all the amenities of a big city: world-class museums, breathtaking cathedrals, a great public transportation system, and even its own château. But the best thing about Nantes for study abroad? It’s small enough to feel like home.
Before long, you’re blending in with local residents and university students, and saying “bonjour” to the shop keepers you pass on your way to class every day. This livable, accessible, and exciting city was the official EU 2013 Green Capital. It’s something to celebrate when you study abroad in Nantes and can get around easily on the bus, tram, or by foot.
Immerse yourself in French language and culture in this city full of history and vibrant city life. You won’t want to leave. Dreaming of French food, culture, and city life?
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Nantes's Top Five
Sample the Delicacies of Nantes
For instance, try the galettes de blé noir, savory buckwheat crêpes filled with eggs, cheese, and ham.
Shop the Passage Pommeraye
Named because it serves as a link between two streets, this spectacularly ornate and elaborate little shopping mall is stunning, whether you’re here to shop or just passing through.
Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne
With beautiful gardens surrounding the moat and a fascinating museum of Nantes’ history inside, this impressive castle is a must see.
Cruise Down the River
Since Nantes is right on the Loire River, a scenic boat cruise down the estuary to the nearby Atlantic Ocean is a great way to spend a few hours.
Ride the Great Elephant at Les Machines de L'Ile de Nantes
This collection of gigantic and whimsical mechanical beasts is something you’ll only find here in Nantes.
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Maintaining a Healthy Long-Distance Relationship During a Semester Abroad
Going into this semester abroad, I was determined to maintain a healthy long-distance relationship with my boyfriend while in France. Taking on this challenge together has helped us grow as a couple and proven that our bond transcends physical distance.
Fall Break! Part 2: Finally in Paris
This is the second part of my account of how my Fall break went. Now, finally in Paris! As I've never been to France nor to Europe in general before studying abroad, these adventures to places I've only heard or dreamt of mean a lot to me, especially Paris as this is the place most people back home will ask me about. Enjoy!
Fall Break! Part 1: Southern France
Out of all the weeks of this program, the one that has our hearts the most is fall break. After the stress of midterms, we are let loose to finally spend a week however we like. As wanderlust individuals, all of us traveled somewhere. Even though it was tough choosing, I wanted to see the south of France AND Paris, so I did both. Here's all about my time down south!
The Shock of Living Abroad
Today marks the halfway point since arriving in Nantes, France. How has time managed to pass so quickly? There’s so much that has happened in the past month and a half I’ve been abroad and I’m not sure a blog post can do it justice. However, I’ll do my best to sum up a few of the highlights.
Loneliness and Me, Myself, & I
Bonjour people, I’m back. And if it isn’t obvious by the number of blogs I’ve posted, I’ve been quite busy. Between my courses, my homework, weekend trips to surrounding cities, spending time with my host family, enjoying Nantes with my friends, contacting family and friends at home, and giving myself alone time to recharge, I’ve been a bit swamped (in the very best way).
