ESN Besançon — the student association that welcomes you in Besançon
👋 Welcome!
Welcome to Besançon, and welcome to ESN Besançon! Tucked into a bend of the Doubs, at the foot of its Vauban citadel, Besac is a human-sized city full of character.
Our team is here to help you settle in and feel well surrounded. All year long, we organise events to help you meet people, explore the city and feel supported.
An apéro, a walk or a trip: there's always something in the works. Come and join us, we're waiting for you! ✌️
250 students
Around 250 students from all over the world welcomed each year on campus by ESN Besançon.
Good to know
- Parent network
- ESN
- What we do
- Team languages
- English · French
Where can you find us?
The ESN Besançon office is located at 4 Place Saint-Jacques, Building A, 25000 Besançon. You can also find us on social media, or stop by one of our events to say hello 😉
In the meantime, check out the Prepare your stay tab and its Useful contacts & services section to make your arrival easier 🙌
4 key steps to get ready for your stay in Besançon
Here's what to check off before joining us in Besançon.
Create your Student Hub account
The Student Hub is here to help you get ready for your arrival. Housing, health insurance, mobile plan, transport card… it's all covered! You'll find a to-do list to guide you through everything, and the Study in France team is here to answer your questions and support you every step of the way ✌️
Let's go!Download the welcome guide
Campus France has put together a welcome guide to help you explore and find your way around during your first days. Download it to get all the practical info and top tips.
Download it hereJoin the Buddy System
Request a buddy to get connected with a French student. And don't forget to join our association's socials to stay in the loop about upcoming events — it's one of the best ways to meet new people from day one! 😉
Request a buddyAnd that's it!
Now it's time to join the events organised by ESN Besançon. Welcome Week, city tours, outings, parties… the goal is simple: to make your stay in France unforgettable. We can't wait to meet you!
In an emergency112 — European emergency number · 15 — Ambulance (SAMU) · 17 — Police · 18 — Fire brigade
A close-knit team of volunteers 🙌
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Part of the team? Contact usFrequently asked questions
Questions about ESN Besançon.
What does ESN Besançon do?
We support international students in Besançon all year round: apéros, walks, trips and outings to help you meet people and feel supported ✌️
How can I keep up with your events?
Follow us on Instagram: that's where we announce all our activities.
Where can I find you?
Our office is at 4 Place Saint-Jacques (Building A), in Besançon. Stop by or meet us at one of our events.
How can I get in touch?
Write to us on Instagram or email us at info@erasmus-besancon.com.
How can I become a volunteer?
We welcome new motivated members every year. A message on Instagram and off you go.
