Erasmus in Orléans

Information and tips for Erasmus students in Orléans

Why should you do the Erasmus in Orleans? It is an alternative French town for students who prefer a smaller and quieter destination than bigger cities like Paris or Lyon. You will be able to enjoy its old town that includes traditional houses and magnificent buildings, as well as being famous for having been the city where the heroine Joan of Arc lived. In this article, we tell you everything you need to know to make your Erasmus in Orléans a perfect experience.

Cost of living in Orléans, France

If you want to go on Erasmus to Orléans, you should know that it is an expensive city to live in as a student, although it depends a lot on the location and type of accommodation and your lifestyle. Normally, the average cost is €800-900 per month.

The most chosen alternative by young people is a room in a shared apartment, whose prices are usually between €300-500 per month. This option allows you to save on rent and have more independence, by not having to follow the rules of a residence. However, many of the students are also looking for a residence, whose rent depends on the services you request, or complete accommodation for you, such as a studio, whose prices start at €500 per month.

We suggest that you pay close attention to the location of the accommodation since the university is located on the outskirts of the city (20 minutes by tram) and the entertainment venues most frequented by young people are in the centre of the city. This is another of the expenses that must be added to the accommodation, maintenance and leisure: the public transport expense diary. Of course, if you plan to travel by train to different French cities, remember that you have the possibility of obtaining the Youth Advantage Card, a card that allows you to obtain discounts on the journeys you make.

Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Orléans

Orléans is a city that has numerous bars and restaurants in the centre, as in the Burgundy Street, one of the streets most frequented by young people. On campus, the most common thing to do is to hang out in the student flats, since there isn't much nightlife there. On the other hand, you will also be able to enjoy the leisure offer of Paris, a city that is one or two hours away by public transport, depending on whether you go by bus or train.

If you prefer activities and plans during daytime, you will be able to enjoy the nature of Loire, visit museums, learn all the history of the city and go on excursions on your own or with your friends.

Culture and gastronomy in Orléans, France

This city is historically famous for being the city that Joan of Arc defended. You will be able to "lose yourself in the narrow streets" of the old town and walk through all its steps, as well as get into the mediaeval Orléans with restored houses, half-timbered walls and unique windows. Some of the places you have to visit are:

• The Orleans Sainte-Croix Cathedral, (Basilique Cathédrale Sainte-Croix d’Orléans)

• Joan of Arc Street, (Jeanne d’Arc à Rouen)

• the Loire river

• The Church of Saint-Aignan (Collégiale Saint-Aignan)

• The Castle of La Source and the floral park,(Château et Parc de la Source)

• The Hôtel Groslot, a 16th-century mansion

• Le Maison de Jeanne d’arcThe House of Joan of Arc)

• Martroi Square (Place du Martroi)

The products of the gastronomy of Orléans are of high quality and many of them have a designation of origin (AOC). Specifically, the region has wines with this denomination, such as the AOC Orléans-Cléry, and several kinds of goat cheese, like the Crottin de Chavignol. In addition, we must highlight the famous "tarte Tatin" (a caramelised apple tart), the "pithiviers" (a cake made with almond paste), the "cotignacs d'Orleans" (a kind of thick quince jelly) and the “palets de Sologne” (raisin biscuits with rum).

Advantages of doing Erasmus in Orleans

In this French city you will be able to learn and improve the French language while enjoying a wide variety of plans, such as visits to museums, endless walks along the banks of the Loire River, nights out, trips to places nearby... Memories for a lifetime that will make your experience of Erasmus in Orléans unforgettable!

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Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Orléans

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