Surprise at the royal household: they reveal details of Infanta Sofía's life in Lisbon

This week, a surprise has erupted in the Royal Household with information that directly affects the youngest daughter of King Felipe and Queen Letizia. Infanta Sofía has left Spain behind to begin a new chapter that represents a major personal and academic change in Lisbon. The details of her new adventure have come to light, even though the institution would have preferred to keep it private.

Sofía's move is taking place at a decisive moment and will inevitably generate media attention. What will life be like for her in Lisbon, and what details are hidden behind her new university experience?

Infanta Sofía begins her university chapter in Lisbon

In recent years, Felipe and Letizia have sought to give their daughters an education marked by excellence and discretion. First, Princess Leonor left for UWC Atlantic College in Wales in 2021, then continued her training as a military officer. In 2023, Infanta Sofía followed in her sister's footsteps to study for her baccalaureate at the same Welsh institution.

Now, she is facing a change of scenery. At just 18 years old, she is about to begin a university chapter that will lead her to live in different European capitals. Lisbon will be the starting point, but later the itinerary of her studies will also take her to Berlin and Paris.

Infanta Sofía will study at the prestigious Forward College in Lisbon, a private institution affiliated with the University of London and the London School of Economics. There, she will begin her degree in politics and international relations. This program has an annual cost of €18,500 (about $20,060), according to the institution's official website.

The training includes residence on each campus, access to facilities, and personalized tutoring. This is a considerable expense that the family is assuming with the intention of ensuring Sofía an experience on par with the great elites.

The academic plan is divided into three stages, starting in the Portuguese capital and continuing in Berlin and Paris. During the next academic year, Lisbon will become her temporary home. Although Casa Real has not issued a statement, various sources have confirmed the move last Monday.

A privileged location in the heart of Lisbon

The Forward College campus is located on the central Rua das Flores, just a few yards (meters) from Praça do Comércio and the Arco da Rua Augusta. This location will allow Sofía to move freely through one of the most vibrant areas of Lisbon, enjoying the cultural atmosphere and student life.

The facilities are distributed among several nearby buildings, with modern classrooms, study rooms, and communal spaces designed to foster interaction among international students. The university itself highlights on its website that its goal is to offer an "inspiring and collaborative environment, where each student can develop their full potential."

With this location, Infanta Sofía will have the opportunity to integrate into the daily life of a cosmopolitan and open capital. This adds extra value to her learning beyond the purely academic.

The exclusive student residence where Infanta Sofía will live

Forward College has a residence located in the university district of Benfica, just 19 mi. (30 km) by subway from the campus. There, Sofía will live during the next academic year, sharing spaces with other students of different nationalities.

The bedrooms are individual and have private bathrooms, with dimensions ranging from 140 to 215 sq. ft. (13 to 20 m²). Each room has a desk, large windows, and minimalist décor in light tones, designed to promote concentration and well-being.

In addition, the residence includes a shared kitchen, private gym, study room, garden, laundry, and a common lounge for leisure. The price of this stay ranges between €590 and €690 per month, amounts that, together with personal expenses, further increase the total cost of this chapter.

Infanta Sofía is beginning in Lisbon a university chapter that will mark a turning point in her life and in the Royal Household. With studies valued at more than €18,000 per year, she is facing a demanding and cosmopolitan path. The key now will be to see how she adapts to university life.