Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Montpellier?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Montpellier and Gdansk. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Montpellier is the 8th largest city of France, and also has been the fastest growing city in the country over the past 25 years. Graceful and easy-going, Montpellier is a stylish metropolis with elegant buildings, grand hotels, private mansions, stately boulevards and shady backstreets, and gorgeous white-sand beaches on its doorstep. Unlike many southern towns, Montpellier has no Roman heritage. Instead it was founded in the 10th century by the counts of Toulouse and later became a prosperous trading port as well as a scholarly center - Europe's first medical school was established here in the 12th century. The population swelled in the 1960s when many French settlers left independent Algeria and relocated here, and it's now France's fastest-growing city and one of its most multicultural areas. Students make up over a third of the population, giving it a spirited vibe.
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, The Best 2-Week Tours in France, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montpellier is €118, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Montpellier and Gdansk in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montpellier:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montpellier.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
Here are a few actual costs in Montpellier for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montpellier:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montpellier and Gdansk, we can see that Montpellier is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Montpellier would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montpellier than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montpellier Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 86% larger than the population of Montpellier. When comparing the sizes of Montpellier and Gdansk, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Gdansk and Montpellier are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Montpellier in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
Montpellier is a little warmer than Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Montpellier averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Gdansk. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montpellier. Montpellier usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during summer. Montpellier gets 351 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Montpellier usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Gdansk and Montpellier during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Montpellier for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Montpellier is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montpellier in October average around 15°C (60°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Montpellier often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 187 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montpellier. Montpellier usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Montpellier and Gdansk. The winter months attract visitors to Montpellier because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Gdansk in the winter. In January, Montpellier is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Montpellier average around 7°C (44°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Montpellier usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Montpellier gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Montpellier usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Montpellier as well as Gdansk. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Montpellier this time of year.
Montpellier is much warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Montpellier averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montpellier this time of the year. In the spring, Montpellier often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Montpellier usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Montpellier gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Montpellier | Gdansk | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Oct | 15°C (60°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Nov | 10°C (51°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |