Erasmus in Leon

Information and tips for Erasmus students in León

Doing the Erasmus in León is a great option if you want to know all Spanish traditions from a small town. This locality hosts dozens of international students, so you will always meet people with whom you can make different plans, such as going out for tapas, going on excursions... At Erasmus Play we will give you all the advice you need to make your Erasmus in León the best possible.

Cost of living in León, Spain

Life in this Spanish city is usually quite cheap. The approximate budget is €500 per month, although it all depends on your lifestyle.

The cost of renting a room in a shared apartment, the preferred option for students, is around €200-350 per month, although it can go up to €500 per month. This figure varies according to the location and the characteristics that it has. Another possibility of accommodation is to stay in a residence and, depending on the services you request, their prices will range between €600-800 per month.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in León

This Spanish city has numerous bars and restaurants where you will be able to taste their famous “tapas”(small portions of food) and its gastronomy in general, mainly in the Barrio Húmedo and the Barrio Romantico. These two neighbourhoods fill up at night with hundreds of young people looking for a party, who usually go to clubs like Moloko León or Sala Studio 54.

If you prefer other types of plans, something calmer, León has various parks and green areas to go for a walk, play sports or enjoy an afternoon in the city, such as the Parque de Quevedo.

Culture and gastronomy in León, Spain

León offers culture and history in equal parts. Some places you should visit are:

• The Cathedral of Leon, known as the Leonine Pulchra.

• The Casa Botines, a Gaudí construction with various exhibitions inside.

• The Palace of the Guzmanes.

• Church of San Marcos.

• The Basilica of San Isidoro.

• The Barrio Húmedo in which the Plaza Mayor, the Plaza del Grano and the Plaza de San Martín are located.

In the province, you can also go to Astorga (45 minutes by train), where you can visit the cathedral and Gaudí's Episcopal Palace, or Ponferrada (less than two hours by bus) and see the Templar Castle.

There are exquisite products in the gastronomy of León such as legumes or sausages. One of them is the “cecina” (a type of dried and salty meat with a smoky flavour), the “botillo” (a preparation made from rib pieces, pigtails and bones with meat) and the “morcilla” ( a type of blood sausage that is characterized by its black colour). In addition, the traditional dishes that stand out the most are: the “cocido Maragato” (a stew of chickpeas and various lumps of meat), the “olla berciana” (a stew of vegetables with meat) or the"Bañeza beans''.

Advantages of doing Erasmus in León

In León, you will find a quiet city to live in. Although it is relatively small, you will have everything you need at your disposal, as well as a great college atmosphere, thanks to the number of students it receives every year. In addition, one of the strengths of León without a doubt is its delicious gastronomy and its great artistic legacy which you will be able to enjoy if you decide to do your Erasmus in León.

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Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in León

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