Why learn German in Vienna?
A language stay in Vienna places you in a city shaped by centuries of Habsburg history, with a historic centre listed by UNESCO. The Ringstrasse circles the old town past the State Opera, the Hofburg and grand museums, while coffee houses invite you to linger over a Melange. Trams and the U-Bahn take you everywhere, even out to the vineyards on the city's edge.
Vienna suits students and adults who love music, art and history, as well as professionals working with international organisations. You'll learn standard German while picking up Austrian German, from 'Grüß Gott' and 'Servus' to words such as 'Paradeiser' for tomato and 'Jänner' for January. A placement test on arrival sets your level.
- Accredited partner schools in central Vienna
- Host family or student residence - vetted and well served by tram or U-Bahn
- Placement test on arrival so you join the right class
- Insurance and transfer from Vienna International Airport arranged for you
Your stay at a glance
Vienna highlights
Make the most of your time beyond the classroom: the places worth seeing, and the city at its best.
The events that bring Vienna to life
From major festivals to once-a-year traditions, these are the moments that give the city its own rhythm.
Vienna Opera Ball
February
The most famous event of Vienna's ball season, with debutantes and waltzes at the State Opera.
Wiener Festwochen
May-June
Vienna's big arts festival, with theatre, dance, music and performance across the city.
Donauinselfest
June
Europe's largest free open-air music festival, three days of concerts on the Danube Island.
Frequently asked questions
Vienna immerses you in German through music, art and everyday coffee-house culture. A language stay in Vienna combines lessons with concerts, museums and walks through elegant streets, and introduces you to Austrian German, with its own vocabulary and softer melody, while remaining easy to follow for learners.
No level is required to start. Our partner schools in Vienna welcome complete beginners as well as advanced learners. You take a placement test on arrival and join a class suited to your level. Standard German is taught in class, and you'll pick up plenty of Austrian expressions along the way.
Yes. Many of our partner schools prepare students for the ÖSD, the Austrian German language diploma, as well as the Goethe-Zertifikat, TestDaF and telc exams. All are widely recognised by universities and employers. Tell us which certificate and date you have in mind, and we'll suggest the right programme.
We can arrange accommodation as part of your stay. A vetted host family lets you practise German at home and discover Viennese daily life, while a student residence offers more independence. We choose options with an easy tram or U-Bahn journey to school, and confirm all details before you leave Brussels.
Spring and autumn are ideal, with pleasant temperatures for walking and Heurigen wine taverns in full swing on the city's edge. Summer is warm, with open-air film and music events. Winter is cold but magical, with Christmas markets in December and the famous ball season in January and February.
Yes. Vienna is calm and easy to get around, which reassures many parents. Summer programmes for teenagers often include cultural visits and supervised activities, and a host family gives a caring base. Minimum ages vary by school, and some courses are for adults only. Get in touch and we'll give you tailored advice.