Best German language courses in Vienna, Austria

The Verbalists Education & Language Network offers tailored German language courses in Vienna for diverse expectations and interests – general courses, German courses for beginners, certificate preparation, German and Music or Wintersports, Business German, German teachers’ course or attractively priced long-term courses…

Vienna – City of German Language

Vienna city walks, lectures about Austrian art and culture, Viennese waltz courses, sports and many more activities are included in the price.

Excursions on weekends: we visit Salzburg, the Wachau region, Budapest, Lake Neusiedl and many other destinations at cost price!

The German you will learn in Vienna is “Hochdeutsch”, which is the language’s standard form and spoken throughout the German speaking world. The German spoken in Austria is melodious and spoken at a steady and even pace which is often helpful to those learning German. ActiLingua guarantees quality and only uses the textbooks used in the best German language schools.

ActiLingua School

• Attractive school building newly renovated, centrally located, close to the Belvedere.
• Modern school with 6 bright, welcoming, tastefully furnished classrooms in a typically Viennese Art Nouveau building.
• Centrally located in Vienna’s embassy district; opposite “Schloss Belvedere”. City centre (Stephansplatz) 15 minutes away by public transport.
• ActiLingua multimedia library featuring 17 workplaces with computers and free internet access.
• Free WLAN/Wi-Fi in the whole school. Newspapers, magazines, DVDs and CDs can be borrowed.
• Student lounge with coffee, cold beverages and snacks.
• 10-15 additional classrooms next door at the ActiLingua-Dependance Sacré Coeur for our Holiday Course 16-19 and other courses.
• Air conditioned, non-smoking.

ActiLingua accreditation: world-wide recognition and international accreditation

ÖSD examination center: internationally recognized certificates, initiated by the Austrian Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

IALC (International Association of Language Centers): ActiLingua is the only Austrian member of the association of quality language schools.

Campus Austria: national Austrian language school association

Courses

• Small international study groups: maximum class size: 12 students (Standard Course) or 8 students (Intensive Course).
• All teachers are native speakers of German, highly qualified and enthusiastic, and receive regular training.
• Modern equipment and communicative teaching methods.
• Special courses: Business German, Academic Year and University Preparation, German and Music, German and Work Experience, German and Wintersports.
• Examination center for the Austrian German Language Diploma OSD, University entrance certificates (OSD – B2 Mittelstufe Deutsch and C1 Oberstufe Deutsch).
• Starting dates: every Monday.

Standard German Course

You have four lessons every morning or afternoon from Monday to Friday.

Classes are held in groups of an average of 8 and a maximum of 12 participants.

The main emphasis is placed on improving your general German and your communication skills. Lessons in grammar and conversation help you with syntax and vocabulary building.

In multinational groups you will learn a lot about foreign cultures.

There is sufficient free time for self-study, sightseeing or relaxing.

You practice formal and informal letter writing, and work on listening and reading comprehension.

Each group is taught by two teachers per day in order to ensure more varied and stimulating instruction. Hence, participants are made familiar with different individual styles of teaching, teacher personalities and variations in pronunciation of modern German.

5 lessons (2-3 times) per week of cultural and leisure program included: i.e., Vienna guided tours; talks and videos about Austrian music, art, history, literature and architecture; Viennese waltz course; parties; sports.

Lessons:	25 per week: German course (20) + cultural program (5), 1 lesson = 45 minutes.
Group size:	average 8 – max. 12.
Level:	all levels all year round.
Duration:	2-11 weeks.
Minimum age:	16 years, average age 18 to 35 years.

Intensive German Course

In multinational groups you will learn a lot about foreign cultures.

You study six lessons a day. Four of these lessons are held in groups of an average of 8 and a maximum of 12 participants and two lessons a day are in small groups of 5-8 participants.

You study for six lessons every morning or afternoon from Monday to Friday.

Suitable for anybody wanting to make rapid progress in short time.

Like in the Standard Course, the main emphasis is placed on improving your general German and your communication skills. Lessons in grammar and conversation help you with syntax and vocabulary building. You practice formal and informal letter writing, and work on listening and reading comprehension.

In the additional two lessons in small groups, the teacher can focus especially on your individual needs and weak points.

Each group is taught by three teachers a day in order to ensure more varied and stimulating instruction. Hence, participants are made familiar with different individual styles of teaching, teacher personalities and variations in pronunciation of modern German.

5 lessons (2-3 times) per week of cultural and leisure program included: e.g. Vienna guided tours; talks and videos about Austrian music, art, history, literature and architecture; Viennese waltz course; parties; sports.

Lessons:	35 per week: Standard Course (20) + mini-group (10) + cultural program (5).
Group size:	Standard Course: 8-12, mini-group: average 5-8.
Level:	all levels all year round.
Duration:	2-11 weeks.
Minimum age:	16 years, average age 18 to 40 years.

Business German

The combination of a Standard Course and Business German enables you to learn what you need for your job. A minimum B1 level of German is required to attend the course.

Course time schedule: Standard Course: 09:00–12:15 am or 02:15–05:30 pm
Business German: 12:30–02:00 pm or 05:45–07:15 pm

Starting dates: April 28 • June 30 • July 28 • Sept. 1, 2025

Teacher Training: German Language Course for Non-Native Teachers

This specialized program is tailored for non-native German language teachers who want to improve their German proficiency and teaching skills. Over the course of two weeks, participants will engage in 20 lessons per week focusing on teacher training and an additional 5 hours dedicated to exploring German culture and traditions.

The course provides an excellent opportunity to exchange experiences and teaching methods with fellow educators and the school’s teaching staff. You will also gain up-to-date insights into the Austrian and German language, culture, and literature, along with practical suggestions and fresh ideas to implement in your teaching upon returning home.

Program Requirements
To join, participants must have at least a B2 level of German.

Start Dates
January 13, April 22, June 30, July 14, and September 29.

Program Highlights

• Interactive teacher training sessions
• Exchange of teaching techniques with international colleagues
• Exploration of German culture, literature, and traditions
• Practical takeaways for immediate application in your classrooms

This course offers a blend of professional development and cultural enrichment, making it an ideal choice for educators seeking to enhance their skills and broaden their teaching perspectives.

Activities

As part of the course, the school organizes activities two to three times a week in the afternoons and evenings. The goal of these activities is not only entertainment but also an opportunity to test your knowledge of the German language through socializing. During these gatherings, you learn to dance the Viennese waltz, participate in themed tours of Vienna, enjoy parties, and attend lectures on Austrian music, art, and history.

Accommodation

A relaxed atmosphere is conducive to learning and speaking German! The school organizes accommodations such as apartments and rooms at carefully selected Austrian host families, basic student apartments, or international student houses. Accommodation standards are regularly checked by the school to ensure that you enjoy your time living in Vienna!

Homestay

Accommodation in a host family is definitely the best way to practice your German and get to know Austria and its people outside the classroom. You stay with a host family in their own home. Host families can be childless couples, parents with schoolchildren, or older people whose grown-up children have already left home.

You share the bathroom and the kitchen with your hosts. The price table below shows the cost of homestay without meals; however, optional meals are available – breakfast costs 72 euros per week, while half-board (breakfast and dinner) costs 177 euros per week.

ActiLingua Penthouse

Enjoy your stay in a newly constructed Penthouse, shared with fellow ActiLingua students. This bright and stylish space is an ideal home, especially for highly motivated German learners planning an extended stay.

Opt for a standard single room or Penthouse deluxe single room with a private balcony to unwind after your German classes. Shared amenities include an open kitchen, spacious living area, a balcony, and two bathrooms with your flatmates. Additional facilities, such as a fitness room, a music room with a piano, and an event room, are available for all guests.

A tram stop conveniently located across the street ensures a smooth commute to the school in approximately 30 minutes.

Student House (Jul-Aug)

This accommodation is available only during the summer. Students have their own single or twin room in a modern, urban, and conveniently located Student House with a delightful in-house restaurant. The school and city center are easily accessible within 20-30 minutes by public transport.

You may choose to include meals: breakfast is priced at 72 euros per week, while half-board (including breakfast and dinner) costs 177 euros per week.

In the price list below, the prices for a double room are indicated for a stay based on accommodation only. The surcharge for a single room is 80€ per week.

The Social Hub

Staying in this modern and vibrant hotel, The Social Hub, will undoubtedly spark joy and immerse you in the youthful and lively energy of Vienna. You reside under one roof with students from ActiLingua and the University of Vienna in your own studio apartment (17-31 m²).

Each studio apartment features a spacious and comfortable bed, a desk, air-conditioning, and complimentary Wi-Fi. You have your private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette or access to a shared kitchen. Community spaces like a fitness room are available, and city bikes can be borrowed throughout your entire stay.

B&B Hotel

The B&B Hotel is modern, urban, and centrally located, just a 15-minute public transport ride from the school. It offers a lively, international atmosphere, creating an ideal setting for students to connect and experience Vienna.

The rooms are air-conditioned, cleaned every third day, and come with towels. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, and breakfast is included daily.

Special roommate requests are accommodated, and we aim to pair students of similar ages and different nationalities for a more enriching experience.

Lunch and dinner are not included, but students can enjoy discounts at nearby partner restaurants with their ActiLingua card.

Upon arrival, a deposit of €100 is payable by the participant. This amount is refunded on the last day of the program if no damage has occurred.

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Prices and Dates

Participants of ActiLingua’s German courses usually arrive on Sunday and depart on Saturday. Other dates for arrival are possible upon request.

Check-in: between 2 pm and 10 pm,
Check-out: by 11 am

Starting dates
all Levels:	every Monday (except absolute beginners)
German for Beginners:	Jan. 7 • Feb. 3 • March 3 • March 31 • May 5 • June 2 • June 30 July 28 • Sept. 1 • Sept. 29 • Nov. 3 • Dec. 1, 2025 • Jan. 5, 2026

✅  Our students enjoy favorable pricing the longer they study German. Prices for 5 or more weeks of German courses may include additional discounts and will be provided once we receive the application/inquiry, which can be downloaded here.

⚠️ €84.00 per week Summer Surcharge applies for stays between 29 JUN – 31 AUG.

What is not included in the price:

• registration fee €50
• airfare
• travel insurance
• return airport transfer

Application Process

Please note that filling out the PRODIREKT Application Form and Terms & Conditions does not secure a place on the program, nor does it mean you are under obligation that your child attends the course you are inquiring about. It is simply the first step in the application process, so that we can give you precise program details and check program/accommodation availability. A contract is signed directly with the school, and a place is confirmed after a deposit or the whole course fee is settled. Please fill out and sign:

• Application Form (download here) and
• Terms and Conditions (download here), and send them back to info@verbalistseducation.com

The Verbalists Language Network is part of the PRODIREKT Education Group, which is a certified representative and partner of prestigious schools and colleges in world renowned university centers.  

  When you enroll for foreign language study abroad with the Verbalists you are not only getting the expert advice, guidance and dependability of an accredited organization and a world-leading language network, but you also enjoy special privileges, such as:

• Expert and impartial advice, backed by 25+ years of experience
• scholarships offered only to PRODIREKT/Verbalists students and our International Ambassadors;
• special discounts – you often pay less than what a school charges for the same program;
• enrollment advantages – faster processing, lower or no deposits, no charge when you change your booking;
• priority in reserving your residential or homestay accommodation;
• less strict cancellation policy;
• free visa application assistance;
• travel and airport transfer arrangements;
• in case of many young learner programs and summer schools, guidance and care of our staff and experienced group leaders during the duration of a program.

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