Regensburg: magnificent monuments and funky bars

Traditional and funky, historic and modern, quaint and vibrant – the city of Regensburg combines lots of seemingly contradictory characteristics. One of the loveliest historic towns in Bavaria and also a vibrant student city, Regensburg offers something for everyone. It’s certainly an amazing location for an immersive German course! Work on your language skills in the morning, visit impressive historical sights in the afternoon, and finish your day with a glass of beer in a trendy local bar.

Want to know more about this unique city? Read on to learn what makes Regensburg such a special place …

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Studying at a German university

Famous for literature, engineering, and inventions, Germany has a reputation as a key European hub of education and culture. Studying in Germany gets more popular each year, but why is that? Why are young people going there, not just for a semester, but for an entire degree? Why do a quarter of international students want to work in Germany? And why do a fifth of international students in Germany want to continue their studies there?

There are many factors that influence these decisions. Read to find out more, and to learn how we can help you study at the German university of your choice!

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Freizeit in Freiburg

Near the French border, deep in the south of Germany, lies Freiburg, a city that is undisturbed by Big Tourism. It’s okay if you’ve never heard of Freiburg before, but if you’re looking for a great environment to study German, this authentic city on the border of the Black Forest might just be the right place for you!

Even if it’s not the biggest of cities, there’s a lot to see and do here. The following seven reasons to go to Freiburg will show you exactly what this interesting city has to offer.

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One city, many possibilities: a discovery tour through Berlin

A city that’s never quite the same each time you visit, Berlin will not fail to put you under its spell! Often referred to as the city of freedom, Germany’s capital has both a historically concise past and a multi-faceted present of unlimited possibilities.

Whatever the season, the beautiful city of Berlin has so much to offer! Immerse yourself more deeply in the fascinating culture on a German language course in Berlin!

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Frankfurt – Germany’s financial capital

Hello everyone! Today, we are back with a new blog post, this time, about Frankfurt, Germany.

“Mainhattan” is one of Frankfurt’s famous nicknames. Derived from its full name Frankfurt am Main, the Main is a river. The connection to Manhattan is due to the skyline of the banking quarter, which is unique in Germany.

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Exploring Münster

Hello everyone! I’d like to give you a small introduction to Münster, one of the most liveable cities in the world. It even won an award for that in 2004, and is still, to this day, famous for its quality of life. One reason for this is its friendly and helpful people. Another main reason is its eco-friendly methods of transportation.

Münster is Germany’s bicycle capital. Hardly any other city is equipped with such a well-developed network of cycle paths and so many bike-related offers. It’s no wonder that travelling by bike is the most commonly used means of transport in this city!
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7 reasons to learn German in Freiburg

When people think about learning German in Germany they often tend to consider the big cities first. There is no doubt that cities like Berlin and Hamburg are remarkable places and definitely worth a visit. But why not try something new and exchange a big cosmopolitan city for wonderful and unhurried Freiburg im Breisgau!

In this blog post we would like to give you an insight into this charming town on the edge of the beautiful Black Forest.  We also want to give you 7 reasons why Freiburg is an ideal place for your next German language course.

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The Rhine – Cologne’s wonderful waterway

Lake Toma, amongst the stunning mountains of Switzerland, is home to the source of the Rhine. Leaving here it continues its journey through to the Netherlands, where it flows into the North Sea. On its way the biggest city it crosses is cosmopolitan Cologne. Cologne would only be half as beautiful without this fantastic river running through it. The Rhine gives this city a unique and relaxed atmosphere. On its banks visitors to Cologne like to spend their time relaxing alongside the locals, known as ‘Kölner’! I am proud to call Cologne my home town and can speak to you at first-hand about life around this significant river of Europe. Hopefully I will also entice you to explore Cologne yourself!

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How to do Hamburg in 24 hours

For all you Hamburg newbies out there! In this post you will find my personal tips on how to get the most out of one or two days exploring Hamburg!

Start the day by experiencing Hamburg from an unusual perspective by taking a boat tour through the harbour (Germany’s largest port). Go directly to the Harbour to get a boat. Don’t let yourself be intimidated by the many different boats for tourists, the itinerary is the same for all and usually lasts 2 hours! Do, however, watch out for impostors; a tour should cost you no more than 20€!

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I lost my heart in Heidelberg…

This well-known phrase and same-titled film and song perfectly describes Heidelberg – the beautiful multicultural city in the Southwest of Germany! As a matter of fact, it’s not just partners that you can fall in love with in Heidelberg… You’ll also find yourself losing your heart to the city itself! It’s no wonder the incredibly picturesque old town attracts visitors from all over the world. Heidelberg immerses you in the German language but also surrounds you with a wide variety of other foreign languages! Sometimes you will hear English, French or Spanish on a walk through this bustling city!

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