Why come to La Roche-sur-Yon?
La Roche-sur-Yon is a small, walkable town where you’ll quickly feel at home. Twenty-five miles from the Atlantic coast and a quick 1-hour drive from the city of Nantes, La Roche-sur-Yon blends history, authenticity, and a vibrant student life.
Nantes University
A top multidisciplinary university in France, with 60,000 students welcoming 4,200+ international students each year. The campus of La Roche-sur-Yon hosts itself 2300 students.
Live in La Roche-sur-Yon
Students from the exchange will live in La Roche-sur-Yon, a safe, student-friendly town adjacent to Nantes where you’ll experience an ideal balance between nature, french community culture, and academic life.
Discover Nantes
A city of surprises—historic castles, modern art and vibrant street life.
Follow Le Voyage à Nantes, an open-air art trail through the city. Visit the Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, ride the Grand Éléphant, and enjoy green parks, lively cafés, and year-round festival.
