Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour

UPPA doesn't have a student's union so don't expect any on-campus nightlife. In town the main bar's in Pau are the Garage - Irish bar - (the Kitchen next door does good, cheap food), the Gaulway (also Irish), Cafe Russe and other bars along Boulevard des Pyrenees are always popular, but a bit more expensive. There are some clubs outside of the town which is okay if you befriend french/ fellow erasmus students with cars. One big tip: don't rely on taxis in Pau - there's one taxi firm and on average 2 cabs after 11pm for the entire town!

Although all the english speakers go to the garage and the boulevard there are a lot of other bars in pau. there is no excuse for only going to 2 bars all year! it is not a place for hardcore clubbers but some nice places to go. there are lots of sports and theatre stuff to get involved in at the uni and a good way to meet french people.

Bd des pyrenees: a 'chic' place, and for poor students, :-) there's quarier libre, triangle. many clubs around the town center. Big fiesta from easter to august in "pays basques" and "landes"

Lots of bars on the boulevard. Its great if you are looking to meet other expats. There are other places in other parts of town that are better for interacting with locals.

My interaction with the locals came through pool: The Red Lion on Rue Camy is not to be missed (note the British flag on the wall with my signature!)

there are only about two main bars where most students go, on the boulevard, the Gallway, and furthe in town, the Garage. The Garage is slightly larger and more room to sit.