Heidelberg city rating by our language course clients
5 language schools in Heidelberg from €255 for a 1 week German course
German course types in Heidelberg
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General German courses
Conventional adult German courses come in a range of styles such as general courses, intensive courses, combination courses and long term courses.- Learn a Language & Live with Teacher (77) - Offered by Influent
- German & Culture (27) - Offered by Influent
- Standard German Courses for Adults - Heidelberg (14)
- Senior Adult Learners 50+ years (5) - Offered by Influent
- Combi: Group + Private Courses - Heidelberg (3)
- Evening Courses - Heidelberg (2)
- Super Intensive (+35h) (1) - Only offered by F+U Academy of Languages
- Conversation/Communication (1) - Only offered by Alpha Aktiv
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Junior German courses
Junior German courses have a selection of programmes available for teens or pre-teens to spend their school holidays meeting new people and improving their German. -
German exam preparation courses
German exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the German levels and gain an official certificate on completion.- TELC Preparation Courses - Heidelberg (4)
- Other Exams - Heidelberg (3)
- TestDaF Preparation Courses - Heidelberg (3)
- Zertifikat Deutsch (ZD) (2) - Offered by Influent
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German plus activity courses
Make the most of your time when studying abroad by adding an extra curriculum experience, such as a sport or cultural activity, to learning German. -
Private German courses
Private German package courses can be taken either individually or with a friend who holds the same German level. Packages can be taken alone or with a general German course. -
Business German courses
Business German classes come as packages of group or private classes, and have been tailor-made for professionals to know the fashionable German used within this field.- Business One-to-One (8) - Offered by Influent
- German for Doctors & Nurses (2) - Only offered by Alpha Aktiv
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Specialty courses German
Specialty courses are classes outside the normal scope of a German course. Specialty Courses included teacher training courses and school trips.- German Teacher Training (4) - Only offered by Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- School Trips / Groups - Heidelberg (1)
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Work & Study German programmes
Students who are learning German to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of German classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement.- Pathway Academic Preparation (3) - Only offered by F+U Academy of Languages
- University (1) - Only offered by Alpha Aktiv
Heidelberg ratings & reviews
What our students said about Heidelberg
It is an expensive, touristic city. It's hard to find an accommodation and the cost of living is expensive. The locals are not so friendly.
A beautiful city with interesting cultural offerings and sights.
A lovely place that I enjoyed very much and hope to visit again.
A very beautiful city—just the right size for sightseeing.
I feel lucky to have spent my 2 months here.
The city delights with its beauty!)
What language school directors said about Heidelberg
Heidelberg is a beautiful historic city. It is home to the oldest university in Germany that is still recognized as one of the best universities in the world today. Its location also offers easy access to some of Germany's most coveted universities, reasearch centres and international companies located in the area.
Nestled in a valley, surrounded by forests and cliffs, this historic city in Germany was ranked the ninth most inspiring city to visit globally.
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Heidelberg
- Very good teachers—both of them.
- The school's location.
- Well organized.
25 May 2026
Course: German Intensive Course 30 - 1 week
Student age: 70 years
Professionally managed, excellent teachers.
24 February 2026
Course: English Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
Well organised, centrally situated, good class sizes.
23 February 2026
Course: German Intensive Course 20 - 1 week
Student age: 63 years
I really liked the quality and thoroughness of the teaching. I was in the C1 level class and the teacher often tailored the lesson to each student's needs provided that we had a smaller class size at the time.
19 November 2024
Course: German Intensive Course 30 - 1 week
Student age: 23 years
Small groups. My teacher motivated me a lot to learn German. I was always comfortable at the class and learned a lot.
20 August 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 56 years
Information about Heidelberg
- Beautiful architecture.
- Good location to explore surrounding cities and landscapes.
- Doesn't get overcrowded in the high season.
- Very safe for solo travellers.
- High prices throughout the year.
- Not a wide variety of things to do for those interested in long courses.
Key facts about Heidelberg
Weather in Heidelberg
Events in Heidelberg
26 September 2026 - 27 September 2026The Heidelberg Autumn Festival turns the old town into a lively mix of live music, street food, local treats and a great atmosphere. It’s a perfect chance to soak up German culture and join the fun.
10 October 2026 - 20 October 2026Since 2006 the city of Heidelberg lives one week out of the year the French way. Numerous events celebrating French culture are organized such as wine tastings and cooking lessons, art exhibitions and concerts by French artists.
24 November 2026 - 01 January 2027The Heidelberg Christmas Market transforms the city into a magical winter wonderland, with sparkling lights, festive music, and cozy mulled wine stands set against the romantic backdrop of Heidelberg Castle – the perfect place to experience the spirit of a German Christmas.
What to do in Heidelberg
Arrival airports
Public transportation to city center:
Every 20 minutes, 60 minutes.
Main stops: Frankfurt am Main Airport, Mannheim Hauptbahnhof; Mannheim Hbf, Heidelberg Hbf
Every 240 minutes, 65 minutes.
Main stops: Frankfurt am Main Airport, Heidelberg
Taxi: 60 minutes drive to city center of Heidelberg
Public transportation to city center:
Every 240 minutes, 120 minutes.
Main stops: Stuttgart Airport, Stuttgart North, Heilbronn central station, Heidelberg
Taxi: 80 minutes drive to city center of Heidelberg
Public transportation to city center:
4 per day, 130 minutes.
Main stops: Frankfurt-Hahn Airport, Alzey, Ludwigshafen, Mannheim ZOB, Heidelberg
Taxi: 100 minutes drive to city center of Heidelberg
