Erasmus in Lecce

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Lecce

Why do the Erasmus in Lecce? You probably have never heard of Lecce, but you should know that it is an ideal destination for students, since it is not very big and has a lot of a university atmosphere. It is located in the southeast of Italy and is one of the cheapest cities in the country. In addition, Lecce is located just a few kilometres from the coast, which means that you will be able to enjoy the beach and the good weather throughout the year. Read on to find out more about Lecce.

Cost of living in Lecce, Italy

You will be glad to know that Lecce is one of the cheapest cities in Italy. To give you an idea, a student can live on a monthly budget of around €450-500 per month, taking into account the costs of accommodation, food, and leisure. However, this figure is only an approximation and may vary depending on your standard of living and the characteristics of your accommodation. From our Erasmus Play platform, you can find a spare room in a shared flat for €120. As for the other expenses of food, leisure and transport, you will find very affordable prices throughout the city. Note that the supermarket with the best prices for shopping is Eurospin.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Lecce

Although Lecce is a small city, you will not miss the student atmosphere here, since Erasmus students always want to go out and have a good time. Santa Chiara street is where most of the pubs and bars are concentrated, where young people usually go out to party. It’s worth noting that in Italy it is also quite typical to drink on the street since it is allowed there. The main nightclubs in Lecce are on the outskirts of the city.

If you want to relax and take a break from the party, you can always go to the city centre, where you will find restaurants, cafés and the most emblematic monuments of Lecce. You should also check out some of the most beautiful beaches in the province of Lecce, such as Punta Prosciutto beach or Pescoluse beach, and travel to nearby cities such as Bari.

Culture and gastronomy in Lecce, Italy

Lecce is known as “The Florence of the South”, since it has many important monuments in the Baroque style, especially:

• The Cathedral of Lecce
• The Basilica of the Holy Cross
• The Piazza San Oronzo
• The Roman amphitheatre
• The castle of Charles V
• The “Porta Napoli” or the Triumphal Arch of Lecce

Living in Lecce allows you to try some of the most typical dishes of the region, such as the “rustici” (puff pastry stuffed with mozzarella, tomato and bechamel), the “ciceri e tria” (pasta with chickpeas) or the “polpo alla pignata” (an octopus stew with tomato).

Advantages of doing the Erasmus in Lecce

• Lecce is one of the cheapest cities in Italy, so you will be able to learn Italian and get to know Italian gastronomy and culture at a very cheap price.
• In Lecce, you can go anywhere on foot or by bike since it is not a very big city.
• Visit the best beaches in the province, such as Punta Prosciutto beach or Pescoluse beach.
• Lecce is a very welcoming city with a university atmosphere.

Cheap Erasmus accommodation in Lecce, Italy

Do you need accommodation in Lecce and don't know how to get it? In Erasmus Play you can find the best flats, spare rooms and apartments for students in Lecce.

Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Lecce

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