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Learning German in Freiburg

A “green” and vibrant university city.

Germany's greenest city, offering exciting cultural events: Learn German in Freiburg – where tradition merges with the future. #goethefreiburg

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Learning German in Freiburg

German Intensive Course with Cultural Programme

Effective intensive course including cultural and leisure activities. With or without accommodation.

German evening courses

Learn German continuously in the evening while working or studying.

Private German Lessons

Individual and flexible learning at the Goethe-Institut or online - we give you personal advice!

German Online Courses

Learn German online - anytime, anywhere, interactive! At the levels A1 to C2.

Examination Preparation Online

Efficient preparation for your German exam to obtain a Goethe certificate.

German Exams

Get the internationally recognised Goethe certificate at levels A1 to C2.
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Our institute in Freiburg

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Closure dates
From 24 December 2025 through 12 January 2026 the Goethe-Institut Freiburg will be closed.
Our accommodation

Accommodation

We offer suitable accommodation for the time of your German course. Whether in one of our guesthouses, associate-hotels or with a host family – you will feel at home immediately.
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Our team

Our team welcomes you to the Goethe-Institut. Please get in touch with us if you have any questions on our language courses or events.
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Contact and directions

The Goethe-Institut Freiburg is surrounded by a garden.

The Goethe-Institut Freiburg is surrounded by a garden. It is just five minutes from the railway station, the city center with the university and its dining hall, and the Stühlinger student district, where the institute's guesthouse is located.

Facilities and services

  • 13 well-equipped classrooms, air-conditioned
  • Media resource center, air-conditioned
  • WLAN
  • Music room
  • Concert grand and upright piano
  • A pleasant terrace
  • Large garden
  • Accommodation
  • Medical insurance (optional)
  • Airport transfer (on request)
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Freiburg, the city near the Black Forest

  • Freiburg Photo: iStock/Pere Sanz
  • Münster Martinstor Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • Am Martinstor Photo: Shutterstock
  • Market square Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • Augustinerplatz Photo: Daniel Schoenen
  • Market square with historical department store Photo: Daniel Schoenen
  • The historical department store by night Photo: iStock/bbsferrari
  • The old oil press Photo: Daniel Schoenen
  • Kaiser-Joseph-Strasse with Martinstor Photo: Daniel Schoenen
  • Salzstrasse with Schwabentor Photo: Daniel Schoenen
  • On the island Photo: Fotolia
  • Fischerau Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • Schwabentor Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • College building Photo: Sandra Meyndt
  • University library Photo: Max Orlich
  • Feierling beer garden Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • View from Herdern Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • Eugen Keidel Pool Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach
  • Black Forest Photo: FWTM Hr. Raach

Cultural and Leisure Programme Freiburg

With around 235,000 inhabitants (as of 2024), Freiburg is Germany’s southernmost major city. In addition to the historic Albert Ludwig University – one of the oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions in the country – the city at the edge of the Black Forest is home to numerous research institutes, such as those of the Max Planck and Fraunhofer Societies, which contribute to its student-oriented atmosphere. Freiburg is known for its historic old town centred around the cathedral, from whose tower one can enjoy breathtaking views extending to the French Vosges. The city is also famous for its “Bächle” – small water channels that have flowed through the old town’s streets since the Middle Ages. Freiburg is a pioneer in sustainability, focusing on renewable energy and climate-friendly public transport.

Culture

Freiburg offers a rich and diverse cultural scene. Internationally acclaimed ensembles, choirs and orchestras deliver musical excellence at the concert hall, while the city’s historic theatre hosts a wide range of productions. Close to the French border, Freiburg also provides a home for the alternative arts scene with the E-Werk – a creative centre for dance and theatre – and the Jazzhaus offers thrilling concerts all year round. Trendy nightclubs invite visitors to celebrate into the early hours and immerse themselves in Freiburg’s vibrant cultural life.
 

Leisure

Freiburg is a city that lives outdoors. The region around Germany’s greenest city is known for its sunny weather and ideal conditions for wine growing. Traditional wine festivals, where visitors can enjoy local specialities such as the famous Black Forest gateau, are therefore a regular highlight throughout the year. The city’s many parks and meadows invite people to enjoy picnics in the sunshine. Those who enjoy being active can cycle along the River Dreisam or explore the Black Forest on foot. The nearby Alsace region, Strasbourg, or Basel also make for worthwhile excursions.

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German courses in Freiburg

The Goethe-Institut in Freiburg is located on the edge of the beautiful Old Town of Freiburg. The Goethe-Institut Freiburg is sure to offer you the German course you need. The intensive course, which includes 75 hours of German lessons in 15 days, is certainly the most effective way to learn German quickly. We can teach and test you in Freiburg at all levels from A1 to C2. We also offer evening German courses, which are especially designed for professionals who want to improve their German skills while working.

If you want to study at the Albert-Ludwigs-University in Freiburg, you can get to know the city by taking a German course in Freiburg before you start your studies. Since this is quite often the case, we offer German courses in Freiburg for participants from the age of 17. The German courses of the Goethe-Institut Freiburg can also be taken online, either in a group with a teacher or independently without a teacher. In order to correctly classify their existing German language skills, participants of the German courses at the Goethe-Institut Freiburg will first have to take a placement test.

If you are still looking for accommodation for your German course in Freiburg, you will certainly like our guesthouse in the student quarter "Stühlinger". You can also stay with host families, which will help you to use your new German skills in everyday life. Our extensive leisure and cultural program for the participants is designed to help them speak and listen to as much German as possible.
Ann, 33 course participant from the US Photo: Goethe-Institut Frankfurt

I used to find learning German really difficult and I tried lots of different things. But on the language course at the Goethe-Institut, I suddenly started making rapid progress.

Ann, 33 course participant from the US

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You can register for German courses online in our shop and pay via Visa/Mastercard or PayPal. Customers who do not pay their course fee themselves can use our interactive booking form to register and provide us with a different billing address. Selecting your choice of course location will send the form to the course location of your choice.

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