Erasmus WhatsApp Groups Groningen 2027-2028
- Active groups
- 0
- Academic year
- 2027-2028
- Opens
- May — July
Groningen · Netherlands
Groningen · NetherlandsThe Groningen groups for 2027-2028 are not open yet
There is no verified Groningen group for the 2027-2028 academic year yet. Each cycle's groups usually open between May and July of the preceding year, once places are confirmed. We only publish a group once its invite link genuinely works, so this page will update as soon as a Groningen group is confirmed.
In the meantime, here is what we do know about Groningen:
Erasmus in Groningen: what to know first
The youngest city in the Netherlands. A quarter of its population are students.
The Groningen groups for the 2027-2028 academic year are not run by any institution: they are opened by students arriving that same year, usually between the spring and summer before. They fill in waves — first the people with a confirmed place, then the ones locking down housing — which is why a group created too early often stalls half empty.
You do not need to join all of them. Start with the one that solves your most urgent problem in Groningen, and add the rest once you have an arrival date.
In Groningen the general group is usually the best way in: it is where everything else gets arranged.
Groningen scored on ten signals
Our editorial rating of Groningen, from 0 to 100 on each signal.
- Nightlife
- 95
- Safety
- 90
- Housing
- 90
- Academic level
- 80
- Student atmosphere
- 80
- Transport links
- 50
- Food
- 50
- Affordability
- 40
- Nature
- 30
- Weather
- 20
The best and worst of Groningen
This comes straight from the scores we publish for Groningen — the same ones shown as bars on its city page. The good and the bad, unvarnished.
- some of the best nightlife in Europe
- a very strong sense of safety
- a rental market that is still manageable
- harsh weather, especially in winter
- little nature access without travelling far
- a high cost of living
What living in Groningen costs
The reference prices we use for Groningen. Handy for judging whether a room offered in a 2027-2028 group is priced fairly or padded.
€761
Room / rent per month
€60
Transport pass
€6
A beer
- Rough monthly floor in Groningen
- €869
Rent + transport + eight drinks a month. It is a floor, not a full budget: no food, tuition or travel included.
Before you join a Groningen group
Erasmus groups are also hunting ground for rental scams, especially in Groningen when demand spikes. Three rules head off almost every problem:
- 01Never pay a deposit or a holding fee for a room you have not seen, contract or no contract: it is the most common scam and the most expensive.
- 02Be wary of anyone who pulls you out of the group into a private chat to close the deal fast and under pressure.
- 03A price far below the city reference is almost never a bargain; it is the bait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Groningen groups for 2027-2028 yet?
None for Groningen in 2027-2028 has a working link yet. We would rather list nothing than dead links.
When do the Groningen groups for 2027-2028 open?
Between May and July of the preceding year. They are opened by the students arriving in Groningen, not the university, so there is no official date.
How much does a room in Groningen cost?
Around 761 € a month for a room in Groningen. Far below that figure, be suspicious.
Is it safe to join a Groningen WhatsApp group?
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate these groups. The real risk is rental scams in Groningen: never pay a deposit for a room you have not seen.
Can I join before my place is confirmed?
Yes, it is the norm in Groningen. Check anything important with your international office.
Can I submit a Groningen group that already exists?
Yes, via the submit button. We review it by hand and only publish it if the link works.
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate external WhatsApp groups. Links are verified periodically but may become inactive. Always exercise caution when joining external groups.