Erasmus in Rouen
Information and tips for Erasmus students in Rouen
| Private rooms Rouen | 141 | 581/month |
| Residences Rouen | 6 | 538/month |
| Studios Rouen | 8 | 1077/month |
| Apartments Rouen | 6 | 1333/month |
Are you thinking of doing your Erasmus in Rouen? This city is the capital of the Normandy region, on the banks of the Seine River. Rouen is famous for being “La ville aux 100 clochers”, meaning for the 100 churches that you can find in the city. In Rouen, you can get to know French culture and gastronomy while enjoying the Erasmus experience to the fullest. Read on to find out more about this French city and why it's perfect for doing Erasmus.
Cost of living in Rouen, France
Living in Rouen is much cheaper than living in Paris, but it all depends on your lifestyle. What is most often spent on is accommodation, but the price of this depends on the location and characteristics. The most popular option among students is to rent a spare room and share a flat with other students. In this case, you can find spare rooms for students for €300 per month. But if you want to rent a studio apartment, the minimum price is usually around €420 per month.
If you like to eat out, you can find places with a menu of between €10 and €15, for example at the Place du Vieux Marché. We recommend you buy bus and bicycle passes as you can save a bit more money.
Student life, Erasmus parties and leisure in Rouen
Rouen is a small but very dynamic city with a lot of things to do, such as concerts, exhibitions, as well as bars in the city... Many students live in this city, therefore Erasmus groups organize many parties and excursions, you can participate in these and meet many people. Most students go out on Thursdays, and some of the most popular bars are La Taverne de Thor or Emporium Galorium.
Rouen has many places to visit and make plans. We recommend you to visit the different quays of the Seine river, visit the antique quarter and stroll through the historic centre where there are many medieval buildings and visit the Rouen Cathedral, famous for its beautiful architecture.
Many students take advantage of their stay in this city to visit Étretat, a town located less than an hour and a half from Rouen, known for its beautiful cliffs. Another place that many students visit is Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Culture and gastronomy in Rouen
France is known worldwide for its gastronomy, so take advantage of your stay in Rouen and taste its wonderful dishes. In Norman cuisine, mustard and butter are very present. Two typical delicacies of the area are sweets, the “crème fraîche” and the “crème au beurre”. However, in the city, you can find restaurants of all kinds, for example, Asian, Indian, Lebanese, and African, among others. On the Place du Vieux Marché you can find many restaurants. In the city markets, you can find many kinds of cheese, charcuterie, cider and “calvados”.
As a cultural visit to Rouen, we recommend you go to the Jeanne d'Arc History, to learn more about the history of this character and her trial. The Musee Secq des Tournelles is a blacksmith museum inside an old church with interesting iron objects from ancient times.
Advantages of doing Erasmus in Rouen, France
- Rouen is less than an hour and a half from Paris, so you can visit the French capital in a very short time.
- Living in Rouen you can immerse yourself in French culture and gastronomy for less money, since this city is a bit cheaper than other larger ones.
- Rouen is a city with a lot of history, famous for its cobbled streets, old houses, museums and churches.
Cheap student accommodation in Rouen
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Frequently asked questions about doing Erasmus in Rouen
How much does it cost to live in Rouen as a student? |
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| Living in Rouen is much cheaper than living in Paris, nonetheless, it all depends on your lifestyle. Adding the costs of rent, food and leisure, you will need approximately €750 per month. |
How is student life in Rouen? |
| Many students arrive in Rouen, which is why, despite being a small city, it has many plans and parties, in addition to the museums that you can visit and trips to nearby cities. You will be able to meet people from different places and learn about French culture and gastronomy. |
How much does student accommodation cost in Rouen? |
| The price of student accommodation depends on the location and characteristics. If you are interested in renting a studio apartment you can find from €420 per month, but if you want to rent a spare room in a shared apartment with other students, the minimum usually starts at approximately €300. |
How much is the Erasmus scholarship to study in Rouen? |
| The amount awarded for the Erasmus scholarship depends on different factors, such as the country of origin, so we urge you to check with your study centre or university. |
Which are the best areas to live in Rouen? |
| If you are interested in being close to entertainment venues, bars, restaurants and shops, we recommend looking for accommodation in the centre of Rouen. Quartier de la Nouvelle Préfecture is a neighbourhood located west of the centre but with cheaper prices. Located to the south of the Seine River is the Saint-Sever neighbourhood, where you can find various parks, restaurants and shops and is closer to the Madrid Campus. The university has several campuses, most of them far from the centre, so we recommend looking for accommodation that has good connections to the metro, bus or tram. |
