Experience Erasmus in Ciudad Real, Spain by Simona

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

115€ monthly. Nothing!

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How is the student atmosphere in Ciudad Real?

There are many students but most of them aren't from Ciudad Real but from the towns nearby.

What about national food?

Good!

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Was it difficult to find accommodation in Ciudad Real?

I found it one day after I arrived!

How much does it cost to live in Ciudad Real?

Flats are around 150€ monthly plus other expenses.

What about the language? Did you attend any course at the University?

I didn't attend any course, but it was easy to learn Spanish!

What is the cheapest way of getting to Ciudad Real from your city?

From Milan, you take an airplane ('EasyJet' or 'Ryanair' are the cheapest) to Madrid. At the airport you take the bus (it costs 5€) to Atocha station. There you take the train which costs 21. 50€ with the discount for young people or showing you flight ticket.

What places would you recommend to go out in Ciudad Real?

'El Torreón' where the discos are and 'El Coliseum' ('El Coliseum' is the biggest disco where they play international music, and not only the Spanish one).

And for eating out in Ciudad Real? Can you mention your favourite places?

'Miami' and other tapas bars.

Would you like to give any advice to future students coming to Ciudad Real?

You're lucky enough to be in the center of Spain, so it will be easy to visit many cities, mainly Andalucia, the most beautiful region!

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