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Key points

University town near Switzerland and France
Well-located school, friendly atmosphere
Wide range of courses and exam preparation for Goethe, TELC, TestDaf
Accommodation options for all budgets
In a dynamic town like Freiburg, the leisure programme is packed with sports and activities

The school

Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Exams: TELC
School size: L
Accommodations: Host family, Apartment, Residence
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 23 years
Nationality mix: Switzerland, Italy, United States, etc..
ratings: 739 authentic opinions

Please note that due to the safety measures implemented following official recommendations and requirements, some school facts and services – such as the number of students per class, schedules, access to common areas as well as certain activities - may differ from those described on our website. Please contact us for more information.

Learn German in this gorgeous university town. Renowned for the quality of its teaching, our partner school offers German courses in a beautiful 3-storey neoclassical house. Facilities include 13 bright and airy classrooms, a cafeteria, a study area and a computer room with learning software. Students from all over the world love the large outdoor terrace surrounded by greenery. In a friendly atmosphere and with the help of dedicated and experienced teachers, you will be amazed at how quickly you improve. Less than 5 minutes’ walk from the university and with parking for cars, enjoy Freiburg’s young and dynamic spirit and put your German skills to the test.

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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 14
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:30
(Summer - classes alternate between mornings and afternoons); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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11.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 19.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Starting dates

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Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Speaking (group): 5 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 14
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30
Speaking (group): 12:45-13:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates beginner

11.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 19.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Speaking (group): 5 of 45 minutes
+ Writing (mini-group): 5 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 14
Writing (mini-group): Max 8
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30
Speaking (group): 12:45-13:30
Writing (mini-group): 13:45-14:30; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

Looking for fast results? Add 5 mini-group lessons (8 students max.) to your intensive course and improve your writing in German through exercises focused on written expression. This programme, available for beginner as well as advanced students, is the perfect choice for getting lasting results in record time.

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Starting dates beginner

11.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 19.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ General (private): 5 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 14
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30
General (private): To be defined; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates beginner

11.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 19.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ General (private): 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 14
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30
General (private): To be defined; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Beginner: minimum 2 weeks

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Starting dates beginner

11.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 19.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 14
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 8
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30 (Mon, Tues), 14:45-18:00 (Wed, Thu, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 12:45-14:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates 4 wk

18.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 12.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Exam dates

11.02 - 12.02 / 11.03 - 12.03 / 08.04 - 09.04 / 06.05 - 07.05 / 10.06 - 11.06 / 08.07 - 09.07 / 12.08 - 13.08 / 09.09 - 10.09 / 07.10 - 08.10 / 04.11 - 05.11 / 02.12 - 03.12.2021

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 14
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 8
Minimum age: years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30 (Mon, Tues), 14:45-18:00 (Wed, Thu, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 12:45-14:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates 4 wk

18.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 12.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Exam dates

11.02 - 12.02 / 11.03 - 12.03 / 08.04 - 09.04 / 06.05 - 07.05 / 10.06 - 11.06 / 08.07 - 09.07 / 12.08 - 13.08 / 09.09 - 10.09 / 07.10 - 08.10 / 04.11 - 05.11 / 02.12 - 03.12.2021

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (mini-group): 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Upper-intermediate (B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: General (group): Max 14
Exam preparation (mini-group): Max 8
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:30 (Mon, Tues), 14:45-18:00 (Wed, Thu, Fri)
Exam preparation (mini-group): 12:45-14:15; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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Starting dates 4 wk

18.01 / 15.02 / 15.03 / 12.04 / 17.05 / 14.06 / 19.07 / 16.08 / 13.09 / 11.10 / 08.11.2021

Exam dates

11.02 - 12.02 / 11.03 - 12.03 / 08.04 - 09.04 / 06.05 - 07.05 / 10.06 - 11.06 / 08.07 - 09.07 / 12.08 - 13.08 / 09.09 - 10.09 / 07.10 - 08.10 / 04.11 - 05.11 / 02.12 - 03.12.2021

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 10 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Held at school or online lessons
July/August: on request

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 15 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Held at school or online lessons
July/August: on request

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 52 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: To be defined; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Held at school or online lessons
July/August: on request

Course info

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

06.01 / 02.04 / 05.04 / 13.05 / 24.05 / 03.06 / 01.11.2021

Holidays

20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021
19.12.2021 - 01.01.2022

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

4/5

Overall rating

88% of students recommending this school

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739 students gave their opinion about this school

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Samantha M.

28 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Magnifique ville et excellente famille d'acceuil! Cours en ligne ( covid ), Il me manquait une communication clair concernant le déroulement du 1 er jour. ( livre, horaires, pause, etc..)Ceci aurait pu m'apporter plus de tranquillité pour démarrer mes cours. Magnifique famille

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6 weeks, January – February 2021

Value for money (3 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Oui j'ai fait des progrès en ayant eut la chance d'être dans une famille d'acceuil surtout en ce moment ( covid ) Mon objectif est atteint. Je souhaitais cassé cette barrière de la langue. Aujourd'hui j'ose m'exprimer en allemand même si je fais des erreurs. »

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« La famille d'acceuil et la ville ( peu de points à mettre en avant car cours en ligne ) »

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Si ho fatto dei progressi e sono soddisfatta del mio miglioramento. Stare in famiglia aiuta veramente tanto. »

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Oui , j’ai pu apprendre l’allemand sans me forcer comme au gymnase où au collège. J’ai eu un réel plaisir durant ces 13 semaines. Avant la fermeture des activités et restaurants le 1er novembre, nous pouvions faire des activités les après-midi. C’était donc un avantage de finir a midi. »

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« Le contact entre profs et étudiants. C’est très agréable. »

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Ilaria A.

32 years old - Italy

/ 5

Città molto a misura d'uomo. Tutte le persone incontrate (segretarie, docenti e colleghi di scuola) sono stati molto preziosi per il processo di apprendimento. I mediatori di agenzia in Italia sono sempre in linea per un supporto efficiente ed efficace. Soddisfazione a mille!

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6 weeks, October – November 2020

Value for money (4 / 5)
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Lourdes C.

22 years old - Spain

/ 5

Demasiados suizos que hablan francés entre ellos.Las sillas con brazo de mesa no son cómodas para escribir. Me gusta mucho el hecho de tener dos profesores a la semana. Cada uno es diferente y tiene su propio método de enseñanza. Perfecta la estancia en la familia. Muy amables y atentos. Verdaderamente se preocupaban por mí. La comida excelente y con muchas opciones. El personal de recepción muy atento y predispuesto a ayudar. El entretenimiento un poco escaso.

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14 weeks, September – December 2020

Value for money (4 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Sí. El hecho de estar en casa de familia ayuda mucho a mejorar el nivel. »

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« El personal de recepción está siempre dispuesto a ayudar, sea cual sea el problema. »

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Camille R.

19 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Les activités proposées étaient généralement intéressantes.A cause du covid, nous n'avons malheureusement plus eu la possibilité de prendre part à des activités après quelques semaines seulement.

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15 weeks, August – December 2020

Value for money (3 / 5)
Destination (4.3 / 5)
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Teaching (4 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Oui, les cours, notamment de préparation d'examen m'ont beaucoup aidée. Je pense avoir fait le plus de progrès dans l'expression orale. »

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« L'emplacement proche du centre-ville, l'écoute des enseignants/secrétaires, le jardin »

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Testimonials

Valentina Bassetti

Alpadia - Freiburg

What I like the most are the lessons at the school! I enrolled in the PREMIUM course, which also allows me to improve my written skills, thanks to the afternoon lessons. The number of students in my class is limited, which boosts individual learning. The teachers are always ready to give some advice or correct mistakes. My goal was to get the TELC B1 certificate. The Premium 30 lessons course that I’m currently following will be very useful to reach this goal. Since I arrived, I noticed I made progress and that makes me very happy!

On the weekend, the school organizes many activities (like excursions to Europa Park), movie nights or days out in the city that allow us to discover the area and to use the language outside the classroom. Moreover, living in a residence allows us to meet German students, who live on the last floor. Another opportunity to practice the language!

Diego Rico

Alpadia, Freiburg

Freiburg is a university town close to the Black Forest. It boasts traditional architecture charged with history. I thought it was interesting that all of the canals of the town centre are monitored by one single person who is in charge of monitoring the flow of water coming from the mountains. I also thought it was good that plates had been built in the sidewalk in front of the houses of Jewish people who died in concentration camps. The goal of the artist is to get passers-by thinking by giving information about the former inhabitants of these houses. There are a large number of bike parks in Freiburg because it is the main means of transportation in town.

Vanessa Perruchoud

Alpadia, Freiburg
Duration: 8 weeks

I love the German language and I wish to study in Freiburg (Germany) to become a German teacher. I got to know about ESL because my mother knew of someone who had done a trip with ESL – Language Study Trip. Before arriving in Freiburg, I had already done a trip with ESL in Vancouver and I had been delighted with it. I am very happy with the organization of my language trip and the agency helped me when I encountered problems with my flight.
I improved my pronunciation and I can now clearly differentiate the Swiss German from the "Hochdeutsch" as far as the grammar is concerned. Now I am more comfortable with German and make fewer mistakes. Furthermore, the communication with my host family taught me as much as going to school. My host family was always available for me and integrated me in many of their activities. I would certainly go through ESL for my next language trip!

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Host family
Staying with a local host family allows you to practise German daily and pick up everyday language while discovering the rich local culture. Approximately 25 to 50 minutes from the school by public transport, students are accommodated in single or twin rooms, with half-board or breakfast provided. Experience life with locals!

Shared apartment (from 18 years)
The school offers several apartments located 10-20 minutes from the course centre, either on foot or by public transport. Students will share an apartment, while enjoying independence in a furnished single or double room. Common areas include a shared bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is also available, and there are laundry facilities for an extra charge

Alpadia residence (from 18 years)
The residence is located in an 8-storey building, just 25 minutes’ tram ride from the town centre. It welcomes both local and international students, thus encouraging conversations in German. All students have their own room with an ensuite bathroom and can use the communal kitchen on each floor.

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Alpadia Student Residence

General information

The residence is located 25 minutes by foot from the school, next to a public school and a hospital. You will find public transports as well as restaurants and supermarkets in the area. Other students also live in the residence.

School distance

Door-to-door travel time:: 25 minutes
Means of transportation:: Tram, walking
Average public transport cost:: ~ 6.10 EUR / 24h, ~ 55 EUR / month
Walking distance to public transport:: 3 minutes

Walking Distance

Supermarket:: 7 minutes
Coffee shops:: 7 minutes
Restaurants:: 7 minutes
Shops:: 7 minutes
Pharmacy:: 7 minutes

Availability

All year round
Minimum age : 18+

Arrival and departure

	Check-in / Check-out Sunday from 3:00 pm Saturday until 10:00 am
	Entry card (building)
	Key (building)
	Code (building)
	Staff on-site 24h
	Deposit ~ EUR 300 Payable in cash

Meals

	Use of kitchen
	Meal-plan

Facilities

	Reception desk
	Smoking area
	Cafeteria
	Shared kitchen Fully equipped
	Oven
	Microwave
	Cutlery available
	Vending machine
	Laundry ~ 3-4 EUR/load Students have to buy their own laundry powder
	Common area/lounge
	Wi-Fi internet access Free
	Cable internet access
	TV in common room
	DVD-player in common room
	Balcony/terrace
	Garden
	BBQ area
	Wheelchair accessible
	Parking (cars) Paying, on request
	Parking (bicycles)
	Swimming pool
	Gym

Room types and facilities

Single

18
: 12 m²/ : 13 m²
en-suite

	Air conditioning
	Heating
	Smoking
	Duvet and pillow provided
	Bed sheets provided
	Towels provided
	Toilet paper
	Ensuite toilet
	Ensuite shower
	Wash basin
	Shared toilets
	Shared showers
	Cleaning
	Desk
	Wardrobe
	Cooking facilities
	Microwave
	TV
	Wi-Fi internet access
	Cable internet access
	Floor Lino / Laminate
	Balcony
	Safe deposit box
	Room key provided

Stroll about Freiburg’s historic centre and discover its charming shops, cafés and restaurants. Throughout the year, exciting events will allow you to mingle with the local students in a laid-back atmosphere. Sign up for activities organised by the school to practise German in a natural and relaxed way, like movie screenings or the weekly “Stammtisch”, which gathers teachers and students in a café in town. There are also many sports and cultural options in Freiburg. Every week, the activities programme offers an excursion to the surroundings of Freiburg (e.g. the Black Forest, Colmar, Strasbourg, Zurich).

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Language School Alpadia, Freiburg

Supplement course high season (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%
Supplement accommodation high season (host family) (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%
Supplement accommodation high season (apartment) (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%

Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	150 EUR
Cleaning service (apartment)	40 EUR

One-to-one course (per lesson)	55 EUR
Online course (one-to-one lessons) (per lesson)	55 EUR
Extra night (host family) approximately	75 EUR
Extra night (apartment) approximately	93 EUR
Retention fee (host family) (20.12.2021 - 31.12.2021)	70 EUR
Airport transfer from Basel/Mulhouse (pick-up)	85 EUR
Airport transfer from Zurich (pick-up)	140 EUR
Airport transfer from Frankfurt (pick-up)	175 EUR
Train station transfer from Freiburg (pick-up)	30 EUR

Supplement course high season (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%
Supplement accommodation high season (host family) (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%
Supplement accommodation high season (apartment) (per week) (20.06-21.08.2021)	+10%

Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	150 EUR
Cleaning service (apartment)	40 EUR

TELC exam fee (to be paid on site)	100 EUR
Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	150 EUR
Cleaning service (apartment)	40 EUR

TELC exam fee (to be paid on site)	110 EUR
Accommodation deposit (apartment) (to be paid on site)	150 EUR
Cleaning service (apartment)	40 EUR