Montpellier ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Montpellier
What our students said about Montpellier
Montpellier is a top city. It is the right size. The city centre is mostly car-free or almost car-free. So it's great for pedestrians. There are many old buildings and small winding streets to discover. The people have all been really friendly and helpful, even with very little knowledge of French (A1). Food and drink can be found in all price ranges, even for those on a tight budget (student city). The Mediterranean is not far away. The Cévennes are also recommended for a 2-day trip at the weekend. There are also organised day trips at weekends. The language school itself offers 1-2 activities per day, but depending on the time of the course, you can't always take part in all of them. For those who don't like the summer heat, I can recommend October.
Germany
The city is beautiful, with a small old center. You can inspect everything in 3-4 days. There are two buses to the beach nearby. The beach is gorgeous, better than in Nice, very similar to the beaches in Goa, in India, where there is a place for everyone. The sea is calm. There are a lot of strange people (young Frenchmen) in the city on the streets, such as homeless people with dogs, asking for money. Sometimes you get the impression of a slightly dirty city. I was not returning home late and had no problems.
Russia
I liked Montpelier, it’s a very walkable city. I spent a lot of time exploring the area between the school and thé Croix d’argent area. I felt quite safe walking home. The tram ride was quite convenient, but I preferred to walk. I didn’t do a lot of sightseeing because I was studying and I can’t go at night because I can’t see very well.
Canada
Well the school location is Amazing, just in the heart of the city in the way that I've imagined, surrounded by very French 18 century Palace Particulaire that I love. Public transport to get into the school from where I was living was great and very efficient.
Brazil
Honestly goes for most towns / cities but it's quite dangerous to go back home any later than 1 am if you're a woman. Also, I've heard from people who got robbed quite easily.
England UK
The city is lovely and fun to stroll around, and there are many different types of stores. I recommend this place as it is easy to get to from Paris by TGV.
Japan
Interesting architecture, lots of concrete with little green, except for the gardens and riverbanks, lots to see, dirty despite regular rubbish collection
Germany
It’s nice enough and was to get to nearby places, despite the train strike (which I have had to deal with every single time I have been in France).
Finland
Climate?! Is anyone to blame? It was a little hot, but I think it was a uniquely hot week. I might find a place closer to water in the future.
In summer, it's hot. However, you enjoy the life in the South of France. You live under the clear blue sky every day!! I really enjoyed it.
Japan
Montpellier is a very beautiful small city but with all amenities (including train station and airport) for students to study.
Canada
Public transport in the city is good, but it is complicated to impossible to travel by public bus to the surrounding area.
Austria
Montpellier is amazing! Safe, interesting, friendly, situated near many other fascinating towns that were fun to visit.
Canada
I would rank it as one of my favorite cities in the world. I would like to come back one day for a longer visit.
Canada
In our week and due to the lack of free time due to the bad planning, we saw little of Montpellier.
Netherlands
Absolutely lovely city - lively (many students) and very accessible
England UK
Absolutely beautiful! easy to get around and so much to see and do.
Australia
Nice small city. Very hot during summer and no Airconditioner.
Germany
Relaxed place, clean city, rich offer of bars and restaurants.
Germany
For me, it was the perfect location to go and study French
Switzerland
What school directors said about Montpellier
Ideal destination to learn French : Sunny weather, awesome student and cultural life, moderate cost of life (-60% compared to Paris) !
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Montpellier
Friendliness and helpfulness, endeavour of the teacher to answer all questions
Success certainly depends on the respective teacher
6 April 2024
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 62 years
Claire and Prisque were excellent instructors. Instructors for intensive were great.
3 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 10 weeks
Student age: 70 years
My teacher, she explains very clear and makes an interesting lesson and has great pedagogical skills.
1 December 2023
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Student age: 36 years
Teacher used Google classroom, she had a very integrated programme, which fostered a lot of high-level conversation. She was constantly challenging us, and at the time supporting us to try new things and expand our vocabulary. It was amazing to see a professional to see her working with students at different levels within the same group giving support and encouragement constantly. We could see the improvement. I was very impressed. Instead of spending time with formal testing, evaluation was based on our oral and written work.
The staff in the main office was very helpful. When I needed a doctor, they found one very quickly. They responded to the problems with lodging, and they followed up to make sure that if there was a problem it was resolved.
30 November 2023
Course: Standard Course - 6 weeks
Student age: 72 years
Professional, friendly, supportive team. Conversation within the school is only in French with all questions answered and addressed by the professors.
20 November 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 71 years
Information about Montpellier
- The city is small so everything is easily accessible by walking or bike.
- Large student scene with a good nightlife.
- Famous local wines.
- Beautiful coastline with sandy beaches.
- Making friends with locals is hard.
- Restaurants are expensive.
Key Facts about Montpellier
- Price index excluding rent: 91* (9% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 59* (41% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:87* (13% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (France average):
0.00 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Montpellier
Events in Montpellier
01 January 2024 - 30 April 2024Contemporary dance festival held every year at the Agora, Cité Internationale de la Danse in Montpellier, an old convent converted into the perfect space for this festival, equipped even with rooms for visiting artists.
10 May 2024 - 19 May 2024One of the biggest literary events of the year in France was founded by a group of independent booksellers. La Comédie du livre brings together authors, readers and publishers for three days in Montpellier. Each year showcases a different country or region.
03 July 2024 - 31 August 2024The biggest summer event of the region, the Festival at Carcassonne hosts about 120 shows (many for free) in the beautiful medieval city which is a UNESCO world heritage site. Opera, dance, theatre, and music, there is something for all tastes.
10 July 2024 - 28 August 2024Friday evenings during the months of July and August the city of Montpellier presents free, open-air concerts and an outdoor market selling local produce and hand-made items.
30 August 2024 - 03 September 2024Beach Masters Montpellier organise a series of beach volleyball tournaments and related events: International Tournaments, Corporate Tournaments, Workshops and more. A must-see for fans of the sport.
December 2024Winter days in Montpellier: during the month of December, the city prepares a lovely Christmas fair including a market, a skating rink, a traditional nativity scene, a food tent and a children's corner.
What to do in Montpellier
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 60 minutes, 15 minutes.
Main stops: Montpellier – Méditerranée Airport, Montpellier Place de l'Europe
Every 20 minutes, 20 minutes.
Main stops: Parc Expo, EcoPole, Boiragues, Pablo Picasso, Port Marianne, Moularès (Hotel de Ville), Rives du Lez, Voltaire, Place Carnot
Taxi: 15 minutes drive to city center of Montpellier
Q&A - Questions and answers about Montpellier
- I am planning to attend the French course in September. My husband would also like to spend the time in Montpellier but he doesn't want to participate in the course. Is it possible for him to stay in your accommodation with me?“In general, the accommodation offered by the schools is reserved for students. If your husband does not wish to attend a course, I suggest that you both look for accommodation on your own, and book the course with us only.”Melanie Besnard, LanguageCourse.Net - May 15, 2023I would like to know if you offer French classes for 9 year olds.“At present (2023) none of our partner French language schools in Montpellier accept students from the age of 9. The minimum age is 11 years old.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 21, 2023Looking for an immersion school in France, preferably in small town or village, Mediterranean side. One adult for a minimum of 12 weeks. I am a beginner level and prefer to stay with a family.“If you are looking for the Mediterranean coast, Nice, Montpellier or Cannes could be a very good fit for you.
We have many options for immersion programmes with Homestay accommodation in these areas, giving you a great chance to live the full immersion experience of studying in France.
Please let us know your requested dates, either via our chat or email, and we will get some quotes over to you straight away. ”Fraser Provan, LanguageCourse.net - May 05, 2022FAQ about schools in Montpellier
- Can I finish the A2 level in 4 weeks?“The estimation time it takes for students to complete A2 in French is 8 weeks or 160 lessons. ”Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Aug 24, 2023Can you recommend some French language schools in the Hôpitaux-Facultés area of Montpellier?“All our partner schools are in the city centre. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get to the school from Hôpitaux-Facultés by public transport. ”Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 07, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of French courses & camps for teenager and children in Montpellier or other 31 different French course types in Montpellier.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at French language schools in other cities in France such as Aix-en-Provence, Ajaccio (Corsica), Annecy, Antibes, Avignon ..., Bayonne, Béziers, Biarritz, Bordeaux, Brest, Caen, Cannes, Carcassonne, Chamonix, La Rochelle, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Montévrain, Morzine (Alpes), Nantes, Nice, Nîmes, Paris, Perpignan, Rennes, Rouen, Royan, Saint Laurent de Cerdans, Strasbourg, Toulon, Toulouse, Tours, Vichy or see our list of all schools in France. You may also want to consult options outside France for learning French.Show more