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27 German Language Schools in Berlin - Ranking 2023

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How our students rated their experience in Berlin

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Berlin
352 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Berlin
Nightlife
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Geographic setting
4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Public transport
4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Climate
4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Cleanliness
3.9

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Affordability
4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shopping
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Safety
4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

What our students said about Berlin

4.0

Rating: 4/5

I was absolutely in love with the city. There is always so much to do related to culture, music and art! The nightlife was amazing as well. They were best the nights of my life. If you are looking for a place with cultural background but also fun activities, Berlin is the place!

Maria
Portugal
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Loved Berlin. Weather was crazy but oh well. Amazing city, loads to do, very friendly. Subway's and transport in general isn't very friendly in terms of understanding what ticket you need to buy but in general great experience.

Alena
Russia
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Fascinating. Easy to get about. Civilised cyclists. Interesting architecture. Trees, birds and clean fresh air. Visible marks and monuments of human greatness and human horror with Museums and Monuments to explain it all.

Barbara
England UK
4.0

Rating: 4/5

Berlin is a wonderful city full of interesting things to do. If you love culture, politics and history-- Berlin is definitely the place to explore. It is super safe and the locals are very friendly :)

Igor
Spain
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Berlin is a great city. I feel calm in it like in St. Petersburg) Everyone will find something of their own in this city)

Vitalii
Russia
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Just great!! Easy orientation, great helpful people, cosmopolitan!

Barbora
Czech Republic
5.0

Rating: 5/5

Great city and affordable. Would never get bored!

Holly
England UK
1.0

Rating: 1/5

Due to covid, there was barely any nightlife.

Juan
Spain
4.0

Rating: 4/5

Nice city, huge history, many things to do !

Beatrice
France
4.0

Rating: 4/5

A very nice city where you want to return.

Daria
Russia

What school directors said about Berlin

Sven Haushalter

Berlin is the capital of Germany and has 170 museums, 300 art galleries, castles, churches, countless parks, opera houses, theaters, cinemas, clubs, bars and cafés. Berlin is a very diverse, dynamic and creative city, which is rich in contrasts and offers visitors unique insights into German culture

It is a capital city with a unique soul. Home to more than 165 museums, 300 art galleries and 150 theatres, it is a kaleidoscope of artistic activity.

Berlin is young, dynamic, international and has numerous concert halls, theatres, opera houses, museums, art collections and galleries. It is also a centre of science and the greenest EU city.

Barbara Jaeschke

Berlin is a capital of cool, a paradise for lovers of culture. Berlin has many lakes, rivers, parks. Berlin is less expensive than other capitals.

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Berlin

GLS - German Language School

Great school, serious about learning German and very kind staff.

25 October 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 24 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 34 reviews
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

Nice building in the center of Berlin.
Good school I can recommend them !

26 July 2022
Course: Intensive Course - Theory & Practice Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 54 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
GLS - German Language School

The availability, commitment and patience of my teachers.

30 May 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 70 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 34 reviews
GLS - German Language School

Standard of teaching was great, the textbook used was useful. Stammtisch (after class activities) was useful. Homestay was superb.

29 November 2021
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 21 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 34 reviews
EF International Language Center

Organization, flexibility, friendly atmosphere
Clearer control of the accommodation in the host family - creates a bad and incompetent impression on EF!

20 July 2021
Course: Intensive Course + Accommodation - 2 weeks
Student age: 16 years

5.0

Rating: 5

| 1 review
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

Very good teachers. They could have safely organised activities but they didn't.

31 August 2020
Course: Main Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 45 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

Verena the teacher. Location. Flexibility of choice of classes. Good times for classes.

10 August 2020
Course: Main Course + Module Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 18 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
Carl Duisberg Centrum

Once a week, a test for passing the material, if two times in half a year (4 weeks) wrote on a score of less than 60%, they send it to the course below, so it stimulates
There were no Russian-speaking students in my course, for me it is a plus, the group is very multinational, if you want to get to know each other and communicate, you will have to develop spoken German

30 March 2020
Course: Intensive Course - 12 weeks
Student age: 42 years

4.2

Rating: 4.2

| 49 reviews
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

The teacher Olga was lovely!
Overall, I think its a good school but not the best. For the money, location and easy accommodation (since it's very difficult to find a place to live in Berlin and expensive at the moment), it was good!

6 December 2019
Course: Main Course - 8 weeks
Student age: 21 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

The school is not the worst for learning a language.
I wish the administration worked better. Some moments baffled me. But apart from the awful campus experience, the school itself is beautiful.

14 October 2019
Course: Main Course - 20 weeks
Student age: 35 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
VICTORIA -  Academy of Languages

Claudia and Olga are wonderful teachers!

7 October 2019
Course: Main Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 32 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 176 reviews
DID Deutsch-Institut

The teachers are great
No vegan food in the vending machines.

9 September 2019
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 53 years

4.3

Rating: 4.3

| 34 reviews
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Information about Berlin

Why Berlin? You need a whole encyclopedia to truly explain the city of Berlin! This ...
capital city is vast, not just in size but also in culture. There is an exciting blend of art, culture, science, politics and business. Berlin has historical buildings that are worth a visit including The Kurfürstendamm and Memorial Church, Love Parade and Brandenburg Gate. The city has been restructured in the past decades to mix old with new: to acknowledge its past whilst at the same time move forward. The result of this is a city that has modern and unique cafes, bars and restaurants in derelict buildings giving it's underground scene the adjective of gritty to describe it. The best way to explore this city is by bike so that you don't miss anything!
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What we like about Berlin
  • All budgets are possible - cheap for a European capital city.
  • Great variety of clubs and bars.
  • Interesting history.
  • Modern and artistic influences throughout.
What we dislike about Berlin
  • Winter can reach low temperatures.
  • Large expat community - need to be firm in practising German outside the classroom.

Key Facts about Berlin

Population:   3,427,000
Elevation: 74 m. above sea level
Time zone: +11h. (GMT +1)
Region: Berlin,
Currency: EUR (1 EUR = 1.0617 USD)
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 01-12-2022 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Germany in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Germany on the official website - Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Germany.
High season: July
Low season: December
Average course price per week (High season): 308 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 160 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Student price index excluding rent:63* (37% cheaper than New York)
  • Student price index including rent:51* (49% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:66* (34% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Germany average): 4.49 €
    (7% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Residential voltage: 230 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz

Weather in Berlin

Climate Table
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Events in Berlin

Best time to take a language course in Berlin
March
ITB Berlin - The World’s Leading Travel Trade Show
ITB Berlin - The World’s Leading Travel Trade Show

07 March 2023 - 09 March 2023The largest travel trade fair in the world with over 10000 exhibitors presenting the latest travel trends as well as dream destinations. The fair also includes stands for individual countries, concerts, shows and culinary delights. Truly unforgettable.

May
Carnival of Cultures
Carnival of Cultures

May 2023 - June 2023Berlin welcomes over 1.4 million visitors each year for this spectacular street festival celebrating Berlin's cultural diversity. More than 5000 performers can be found in the streets of the city wearing masks and costumes. The event culminates in a massive parade on Pentecost Sunday.

June
Music Festival
Music Festival

21 June 2023What began as a small parade is now the biggest and best of the various music festivals in the city. The Fête de la Musique is celebrated worldwide as a non-profit, non-commercial music festival.

October
German Unity Day
German Unity Day

03 October 2023Every 3rd of October is the national day of Germany. Celebrations include speeches by politicians, concerts, fireworks and more.

December
New Year's Eve Party at the Brandenburg Gate
New Year's Eve Party at the Brandenburg Gate

31 December 2023Welcome 2019 in the most legendary way by celebrating New Year's Eve with over a million people at the Brandenburg Gate.

What to do in Berlin

Strandbar Mitte
Strandbar Mitte
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderplatz
Branderburger Gate
Branderburger Gate
East Side Gallery
East Side Gallery
Prenzlauer Berg
Prenzlauer Berg
Mitte
Mitte
Kreuzkölln (Kreuzberg & Neukölln)
Kreuzkölln (Kreuzberg & Neukölln)
Charlottenburg
Charlottenburg
Berlin
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Arrival airport

Berlin Brandenburg (BER) - 19 km. from Berlin city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 60 minutes

Main stops: BER T5

30-60

Main stops: Berlin Hauptbahnhof - BER T1-2 / Nauen - BER T1-2/ Dessau / Bad Belzig - Wünsdorf-Waldstadt/ Potsdam - Königs Wusterhause

Every 20 minutes

Main stops: Spandau - BER T1-2/ Südkreuz - BER T1-2

Taxi: 45 minutes drive to city center of Berlin

Public transportation in Berlin

Q&A - Questions and answers about Berlin

  • DID - Deutsch Institut offers a course for juniors with accommodation in Park Residence. This course takes place 10-minute walk from the central station.
  • If you would like to offer a room for language students, please contact the schools in Berlin directly.
  • The DID in Berlin offers a teacher training course with the following content: - Standard Course 20 - 4 extra lessons with class attendance - 2 lessons with topics specifically for teachers - the program includes 2 activities per week and weekend excursions (entrance fees not included)
  • It is normally said that it takes 8 weeks of Intensive course to go from an A1 to a B2, but it is also possible by doing 6 weeks of a Super Intensive Course (full day classes), of course it might take sligthly longer to do it with a Standard Course (half day).
    from GLS - German Language School - Oct 25, 2022
  • The school offers group lessons for all levels, starting every month. Just let us know if you have any preferences regarding the start date and we will send more information about the programmes and their respective schedules.
  • How nice to read that your daughter is going to take a gap year in Berlin. She's must definitely be looking forward to that! The most enjoyed German course is the intensive 20 lessons per week course. In this type of course she has lessons from Monday to Friday, usually in the mornings between 09:00-13:00. Each school has a different average age. We can look at this per school. For example, GLS is a very good option (average age between 19-24 years old) and they also have the campus accommodation. Campus accommodation is nice for younger students as it is usually close to school (whether or not next to the school) and with other students from the school, so it'll be fun quickly! In Berlin, combination courses are also offered with horse riding and tennis, unfortunately not with dance. However, I can imagine that if she has found a good school, they will certainly have recommendations for a possible dance course at another organisation. I also recommend a host family if you want to experience a complete immersion in the country and its culture. If you book including half board or full board, you can even practice your language at the table with the host family.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Feb 03, 2022

FAQ about schools in Berlin

  • Anda Sprachschule has received the best overall rating in Berlin.
  • Carl Duisberg Centrum, located in Jaegerstr. 64, Berlin-Mitte has been voted as the school with the best location in Berlin.
  • In Berlin the following courses are offered specifically for business German: Business German Private.
  • Schools in Berlin offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: TestDaF, Other exams, TELC.
  • See the climate table of Berlin and the event calendar of Berlin with events such as ITB Berlin - The World’s Leading Travel Trade Show, Carnival of Cultures, Music Festival .
  • 239€ for 2 weeks is the lowest price for a German course in Berlin. The average cost of a language course in Berlin is 295€ per week.
  • Students rated the activity program at GLS - German Language School as the best.
  • Anda Sprachschule was rated highest for quality of teaching.
  • 'Flat Share with International Students' at GLS - German Language School is the best rated accommodation in Berlin.
  • The student price index in Berlin is 63.3. For details check the city's cost of living section.
  • Students rated Berlin with 4.7 stars out of 5.
  • Best airport to arrive to in Berlin is Berlin Brandenburg (19.1 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Berlin.
  • The minimum required age for adult courses is 16-18 years at our partner schools in Berlin. She can join an adult course after her 16th birthday. Junior courses are only available during summer and they usually end at the end of July. You can always get in touch with us and we check the possible starting dates for you.
    Angela, Consultant from Languagecourse.net - Mar 10, 2023
  • Unfortunately we cannot comment on this. It will depend on the type of visa you have and/or the residence permit. The best thing to do is to contact the embassy to find out what the conditions are.

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