3 Best German Language Schools in Bern 2023 Course Ranking

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Bern Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 3 schools

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German course types in Bern

General German courses
Generic German courses cover the four main elements of a language: writing, reading, speaking and listening. They are available for all levels.
- Small Group (max 6 students) - Bern (4)
- Standard German Course - Bern (2)
- Evening - Bern (1)
- Afternoon - Bern (1)
Junior German courses
German lessons for children and teenagers can be booked in school holidays and often come as a package, which includes accommodation, activities and excursions.
- Children & Teenager German Camps - Bern (3)
Private German courses
Private German classes are designed as a pack of lessons available in various formations. Students can have their one-to-one lessons in the school or online.
- Private lesson (One-to-One) - Bern (2)

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Information about Bern

Why Bern? The picture-perfect, Unesco World Heritage Old Town of Bern is the capital city of Switzerland and is built around the Aare River. It traces its origins back to the 12th century and its medieval architecture is found everywhere. With a population of almost 150,000 Bern is the fifth-most populous city The official language in Bern is German, but the most-spoken language is a Swiss German dialect called Bernese German.

Key Facts about Bern

Population: 122,000

Time zone: GMT +1

Region: Bern, Bern-Mittelland District

Currency: CHF (1 CHF = 1.0286 EUR)

Visa: Nationals from Austria do not require a visa for travelling to Switzerland and attending a language course. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.

Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)

For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Switzerland in your country. List of embassies and consulates of Switzerland on the official website - Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA of Switzerland.

Cost of Living:

* 100 = prices in Vienna

Student price index excluding rent:201* (101% more expensive than Vienna)
Student price index including rent:165* (65% more expensive than Vienna)

Price index food only:189* (89% more expensive than Vienna)
Big Mac price (Switzerland average): 6.11 CHF

(41% more expensive than in Austria)

Mains electricity:

Residential voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz

FAQ about courses in Bern

Which German school in Bern has the best location?
International Language School, located in Thunstrasse 8 has been voted as the school with the best location in Bern.
What are the costs of living in Bern?
The student price index in Bern is 131.71. For details check the city's cost of living section.
How did students rate Bern compared to other cities?
Students rated Bern with 5.0 stars out of 5.
How much is the cheapest German course in Bern?
335CHF for 1 weeks is the lowest price for a German course in Bern. The average cost of a language course in Bern is 300CHF per week.

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Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of German courses & camps for teenager and children in Bern or other 7 different German course types in Bern.

Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at German language schools in other cities in Switzerland such as Aarau, Basel, Braunwald, Engelberg ...

, Geneva, Leysin, Liddes, Schwarzsee, Verbier, Zurich or see our list of all schools in Switzerland. You may also want to consult options outside Switzerland for learning German.

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