Erasmus Experience in Puerto Real, Spain by Ayesha

Why did you choose to go to Puerto Real, Spain?

It is very scenic landscape. That is why I choosed to live there

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

1000euro/month for 2 years (due to mobility program, I stayed for 6 months in puerto real)

What is the student lifestyle like in Puerto Real?

I didn't explore much because of lockdown.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Puerto Real to other students?

Yes, this place is good for those who love nature.

What is the food like?

Vegetable Lasagna

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Puerto Real?

It didn't cost me to find but it was difficult to find the place.

How much does it cost to live in Puerto Real?

300 euros/month. You can find in 250/month too. It depends on your luck.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Yes, I attended language course at the University of Cadiz. It was very easy to learn due to the language course lecturer.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Puerto Real from your city?

I stayed inside puerto real in spain so I used cycling.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Puerto Real?

No, it is very calm at night. The night is for sleeping in Puerto real.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Puerto Real?

I didn't explore much due to lockdown. But there are some

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

It is not too much historical. But, natural beauty is there.

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Puerto Real in the future?

If you love life full of noise, traffic, shopping etc. Then better to stay in Cadiz and occasionally visit Puerto real to enjoy nature.