TerramareOrbetello, Italy
- Located in the lagoon city of Orbetello, close to the beach.
- Special and unique courses such as language and nature, sport, art, cinema, yoga and many more.
- Younger students should consider that the average age of students at this school is significantly higher than at most other schools.
Location: Terramare is located in the relatively small and beautiful Italian town of Orbetello, in Tuscany. Housed in the heart of the town and just a few minutes from the sea, Terramare offers a unique view into the historical, urban and natural features that Ortobello provides. Close to the school, there are several eateries and restaurants, supermarkets and a variety of shops, together with local attractions such as the Piazza Mario Cortesini. The Orbetello train station is just a 7-minute bus ride away, ensuring that students have all they need to enjoy Orbetello and the surrounding Tuscan landscapes, at their fingertips.
Methodology: A school with over 35 years of teaching and student care experience, Terramare's methodology ensures that the student is at the forefront of their learning. In conjunction with tuition within classrooms, the school believes that a didactic approach to learning, through activities and conversation with peers and professors, encourages students to develop in all aspects of their Italian language, through personal development.
Course selection: Course selection covers many of the local attributes and arts, in addition to Standard Italian courses, available to students of all levels. Topics such as Sports, Art, Archaeology, Literature, Theater, Yoga and Cuisine are available to be taken in conjunction with a student's Italian language lessons. CILS Exam Preparation courses and specific "Christmas In Italian" programmes are also popular.
Italian Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 290 276 | 490 466 | 650 618 | 780 741 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 314 | 530 | 703 | 843 |
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Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 580 566 | 1100 1073 | 1650 1609 | 2200 2145 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 644 | 1220 | 1830 | 2440 |
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 590 561 | 1090 1036 | 1550 1473 | 1980 1881 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 638 | 1178 | 1675 | 2140 |
06 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025
Standard Course in the morning plus individual lessons in the afternoons. A great way to enhance the learning experience.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 535 522 | 980 956 | 1700 1658 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 594 | 1087 | 1885 |
There's an option to book a double room (different price).
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1180 1151 | 2150 2097 | 3350 3267 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 1309 | 2384 | 3715 |
There's an option to book a double room (different price).
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 510 485 | 980 931 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 551 | 1059 |
06 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025
Standard Course combined with 2 cultural outdoor activities, 1 full day excursion and 3 Art & Archaeology activities per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 700 665 | 1300 1235 | 2100 1995 | 2750 2613 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 757 | 1405 | 2269 | 2971 |
06 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025
This course is an educational journey through some of Italy's most scenic regions. Students will get to know Italy through 15 language lessons and 20 hours of historical and cultural activities per week.
Minimum 3 participants, otherwise an individual course is possible (different price).
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 270 257 | 540 513 | 810 770 | 1080 1026 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 292 | 584 | 876 | 1167 |
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 510 485 | 1020 969 | 1530 1454 | 2040 1938 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 551 | 1102 | 1653 | 2204 |
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 145 138 | 290 276 | 435 414 | 580 551 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 157 | 314 | 470 | 627 |
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1280 1216 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 346 | 692 | 1038 | 1383 |
The individual course can be tailored to the student's needs, expectations and interests. It is ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 649 | 1297 | 1945 | 2593 |
The individual course can be tailored to the student's needs, expectations and interests. It is ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 900 855 | 1800 1710 | 2700 2565 | 3600 3420 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 973 | 1945 | 2917 | 3890 |
The individual course can be tailored to the student's needs, expectations and interests. It is ideal for students who want to progress quickly.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 400 380 | 800 760 | 1200 1140 | 1600 1520 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 433 | 865 | 1297 | 1729 |
For two students with similar language skills.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1280 1216 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 346 | 692 | 1038 | 1383 |
CILS preparation course with 10 lessons per week, developed in collaboration with the University of Siena.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 600 570 | 1200 1140 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 649 | 1297 | 1945 | 2593 |
CILS preparation course with 20 lessons per week, developed in collaboration with the University of Siena.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 900 855 | 1800 1710 | 2700 2565 | 3600 3420 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 973 | 1945 | 2917 | 3890 |
CILS preparation course with 30 lessons per week, developed in collaboration with the University of Siena.
Morning: 8:00 - 18:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 480 456 | 950 903 | 1350 1283 | 1750 1663 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 519 | 1027 | 1459 | 1891 |
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Minimum 3 participants, otherwise an individual course is possible (different price).
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 510 485 | 980 931 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 551 | 1059 |
06 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025
Standard Course combined with 2 cultural outdoor activities, 1 full day excursion and 3 culinary activities (alternating wine, oil and bio food tastings and visits to farms) per week. Students are led by professional cooks in the preparation of dishes, tastings and visits of farms.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 510 485 | 980 931 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 551 | 1059 |
06 Jan 2025, 20 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Feb 2025, 03 Mar 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 31 Mar 2025, 14 Apr 2025, 28 Apr 2025, 12 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 09 Jun 2025, 23 Jun 2025, 07 Jul 2025, 21 Jul 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 18 Aug 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 15 Sep 2025, 29 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 27 Oct 2025, 10 Nov 2025, 24 Nov 2025, 08 Dec 2025, 22 Dec 2025
Standard Course combined with 2 cultural outdoor activities, 1 full day excursion and 3 sport activities with a professional instructor per week.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Our prices for Terramare include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
Student opinions about Terramare, Orbetello
Terramare, Orbetello
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Terramare
General school facilities
Library
Garden
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 4
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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USA | 25% |
Germany | 10% |
England | 10% |
Switzerland | 10% |
Netherlands | 5% |
Other nationalities | 40% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 10% |
18-24 years | 15% |
25-34 years | 30% |
35-50 years | 30% |
>50 years | 15% |
Information for all courses offered by Terramare
The course price includes a cultural program with at least 3 activities per week (in the afternoons and on the weekends).
Individual lessons for languages other than Italian cost EUR 50 per lesson (1 hour).
There are no school holidays; there are also classes on national holidays.
15 Aug 2025.
Airport transfer
350 € return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Two afternoons a week we organise cultural meetings on a variety of subjects (Italian songs, cinema, theatre, history, art and literature etc.);
- Once a week included in the General Language and Culture Course, there are trips to the local nature reserves and parks, to the islands off the Tuscan coast, archaeological sites and old medieval town centres.
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation

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Price in € | 210 | 455 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 239 | 518 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 300 | 650 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 342 | 740 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 270 | 585 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 308 | 666 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 210 | 455 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 239 | 518 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 180 | 390 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 205 | 444 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 180 | 390 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 205 | 444 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Questions and answers about Terramare
- Can I take my small dog to class with me?“It is not a problem to take small dogs to lessons if they behave calmly and the other pupils have no problem with them. ”Maria Secchi, Booking Manager from Lingua Terramare, Orbetello - Oct 18, 2024
- When is the arrival and departure day if I book the complete programme with course and accommodation?“Arrival at the host families at the Terramare language school is usually on Sunday and departure on Saturday. We can also organize extra nights on request.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - May 03, 2024
- I am very experienced in yoga, but an absolute beginner in Italian. What is included in the program Language and Yoga?“The program Language and Yoga offered by Terramare in Orbetello consists of language instruction in the morning - 4 hours per day for a total of 20 hours (1 week) - plus afternoon activities of yoga and acrobatic yoga - 3 sessions per week. Furthermore, students can take part in the free social activities that are offered by the school.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 26, 2023
FAQ about Terramare, Orbetello
- What kind of cultural excursions are offered by Terramare in Orbetello?“Activities included in the Intensive Group Course programme are recreational and cultural experiences: visits to art cities, walks along the pine-covered dunes of nature reserves. Experiences in local restaurants: cooking demonstrations and lunches with typical local dishes, wine tastings, visits to organic farms with tastings of their products and possible aperitifs, etc...”Maria Secchi, Responsible for teaching from LINGUATERRAMARE Italian Language and Culture Centre - Oct 15, 2024
- Are there any pets in the host families?“Indeed, many host families have a dog or cat as a pet. If you have allergies to these, please let us know and we will try to look at options. But a shared flat might be better in your case then. ”Maria Secchi, Responsible for teaching from LINGUATERRAMARE Italian Language and Culture Centre - Oct 15, 2024
- I am looking for an English language school in Orbetello for my son.“At the time of writing (2024), the Terramare school in Orbetello offers courses in Italian, English, French, Russian, Spanish and German. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - May 03, 2024
- Are the groups at Terramare, Orbetello of mixed-age?“Yes! Terramare in Orbetello offers group lessons for students of mixed ages. The average age of the students is 35 years old throughout the year.”Ana Carolina, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Jan 13, 2022
- What is the number of students per class at Terramare?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Terramare varies from 1 students (Online Italian Course 10) to 6 students (Standard Italian Course)
- Which countries are students of Terramare from?The highest Nationality percentage at Terramare comes from USA with a 25% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and England (10%).
- Terramare offers courses for which ages?Terramare offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 35 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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Standard Course combined with a varied activity programme in the afternoon (sports, arts, archaeology, history, cinema, cooking, pottery, museum visits, ...) and 1 full day excursion per week.