German language courses in Lausanne

With Berlitz, you can learn to speak German in conversations with a natural flow, navigate complex social and professional situations with confidence and enjoy rapid progress in your language skills. By combining our innovative teaching method with the expertise of our native-fluent instructors, we will have you speaking German as soon as your very first lesson. Our classes focus on your individual goals and needs and can be tailored to fit your schedule. Discover the power of languages and learn German in Lausanne with Berlitz!

Find your ideal German course in Lausanne

With Berlitz Lausanne, you can tackle your language goals in an environment that supports your progress. We have designed options for every age and preference, so you can choose the class that fits you the best.

German courses for adults

From traveling abroad to reading international content online or socializing with foreigners, speaking German is a must nowadays. No matter what your goal is, we will build you German courses that will enable you to achieve it.

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Business German courses

Do you want to advance your career in Switzerland or internationally? Discover our German courses for professionals, focusing on topics that matter to your business. Berlitz Lausanne offers German courses for professionals as well as German assessments (upon request)

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German courses for kids and teens

At Berlitz Lausanne, we make learning fun. To guarantee that kids feel free to express themselves in German, our classes are conducted in a supportive environment with a special focus on the natural flow of discussion. We build confidence with continuous practice and joyful conversations.

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German courses for all levels

Whether you’re a complete beginner or a more experienced German learner, we will help you progress further! Berlitz Lausanne offers German classes from level 1 to 10 according to our proficiency level scale.

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First Lesson Only 20,00 CHF + Special Discount Awaits

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Learning German at Berlitz Lausanne

Discover our language center

Located in the heart of Lausanne’s city center, our Berlitz Language School is surrounded by historical landmarks such has the Palais de Rumine or the Lausanne Cathedral. Berlitz Lausanne is easily accessible via public transport: Riponne Maurice Béjart metro stop (line 2) is 100m from the school. If you plan to come by car, you can park at Parking Riponne (subject to a fee).

Why learn with Berlitz

The best way to learn a language is to practice it in a live setting. In our classes, you will acquire the skills needed to speak fluent German during conversations with your Berlitz-certified instructor. You will receive space and tools to practice your intuitive speaking skills during your language-learning journey. You can customize your German classes to your availability and goals, and choose whether you like learning in a group or private setting. Find the class that fits you the most and start learning German with Berlitz today.

Benefits of learning German

  • Not only is German the second most commonly used scientific language in the world, but it is also the mother language of many people living in Switzerland
  • If you want to work or study abroad in a German-speaking country, knowing the language is a must, which will make your day-to-day and professional life easier.
  • Having confident language skills and familiarity with the culture of German-speaking countries also means you can travel the world and connect with other people.
  • If you have a German-speaking family member or friend, knowing German can also make communication smoother and get you connected easily.

Online German classes

Do you want to take German language courses in Lausanne, but your busy lifestyle gets in the way of actually starting them? Berlitz offers high-quality online education for every level so that you can begin your language learning journey anytime, anywhere! Enjoy the variety of our one-on-one and small group classes from the comfort of your own home, workplace, or café, or experience learning German as an independent learner and mix your online classes with self-study sessions.

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German exam preparation in Lausanne

Prepare for your language exam with Berlitz Lausanne.

FIDE Exam preparation

The FIDE exam was developed in order to promote linguistic integration in Switzerland. It is often used for migrant applications to prove language proficiency.

You can also register for onsite FIDE testing at our language center in Lausanne

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TELC exam preparation

Is your dream job abroad? Do you want to study at a foreign university? Need official proof of your foreign language skills? With a TELC certificate you prove your achievements in a foreign language.

You can also take the TELC exam in our Lausanne center.

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GOETHE Exam preparation

Prove your proficiency in German for immigration, work or study.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely. We offer exam preparation courses for the most common German exams such as GOETHE, TELC or FIDE. Berlitz Lausanne is also a testing center for TELC and FIDE.

Our instructors use the proven Berlitz Method to teach German. This method is one of the most efficient ways to learn a language, as it is based on language immersion principles. It means that from the first lesson, you will hear and speak German.

With Berlitz Lausanne, you can learn both.

If you want to travel or learn German for professional purposes, then we'd recommend you learn standard German.

If your goal is to integrate better into our country, then you should learn Swiss German.

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