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CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
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ALPADIA
Freiburg
50 m
Map data © 2017 Google
SCHOOL
See our website for more pictures www.alpadia.com
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Quick Facts
School
Language German
Minimum age 16
Student capacity120-200
Classrooms 15
Year of Foundation1972
Address
ALPADIA Werthmannstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg, Germany
Freiburg
Telephone
Main 0049 (0)761 137 32 30
Emergency 24/7 0049 (0)174 682 38 48
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Opening hours
Monday-Friday 08:00 – 18:00
Courses
Official Rich social Cafeteria Student Outdoor
programme lounge space
German Language Group / Private
exam centre
Official ExaminationsTELC
University Pathway Bachelor’s, Master’s & PhD
School highlights Career Pathway
9 Medium-sized school with familiar & friendly atmosphere Work and Study Work, Internship Experience &
Volunteering
9 Central location, close to public transport
9 Bright & attractive classrooms Currency
9 Cosy & sunny terrace with garden Euros €
9 Dedicated Student Support Service Accommodation
9 Free book & DVD library Student apartment single or double / self-catering
9 Vending machine with snacks & cold/hot beverages Student residence single / self-catering
Host family single or double / HB or B&B
9 Limited free parking on-site or paid street parking
Hotel on request
Destination highlights How to get there
9 University town with over 30’000 students and Plane Nearest airport is EuroAirport (see details)
220’000 inhabitants Train Nearest train station is Freiburg im Breisgau
Direct trains from Berlin, Basel, Zurich & Frankfurt
9 Highly multicultural close to Switzerland & France
Car Motorway A5 – exit Freiburg-Mitte
9 Sunniest region of Germany Limited free on-site parking available
9 Eco-friendly town with numerous bike lanes Tram # 1 / 3 / 4 / 5 – Exit at “Stadttheater”
9 Ideal location for excursions to the Black Forest, Zurich,
Basel, Strasbourg and only 30 minutes from ski slopes!
limited free no smoking free WiFi no wheelchair
parking access
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Team
Matthias Kusche Diana Duelly
Centre Manager Student Support Manager
Courses
A1 Start dates 2022
09:00-12:30*
> Max. 14 students
(break between Elementary to advanced levels, A1 > C1:
C1
Standard 10:30 and 11:00) Course starts every Monday
For absolute beginners, minimum 2 weeks booking:
A1
> 09:00-12:30* Max. 14 students 10.01 / 14.02 / 14.03 / 19.04 / 16.05 / 13.06 / 18.07 / 15.08 /
C1 12:45-13:30 12.09 / 10.10 / 07.11 / 05.12.2022
Intensive
Bank holidays, lessons are not substituted (school
A1 Max. 14 students closed): 20.12- 31.12.2021 / 06.01 / 15.04 / 18.04 / 26.05 /
09:00-12:30* 06.06 / 16.06 / 03.10 / 01.11 / 26.12 - 06.01.2023
> 6th lesson –
12:45-13:30
C1 max. 8 students
Premium 13:45-14:30
High season supplement:
A1 Max. 14 students € 30 per week on course and accommodation fees.
09:00-12:30*
> + private 1-to-1
1 to1 usually between For stays from Sunday 19th June until Saturday 20th
C1
Combi 12:45-14:30 (or later) August 2022
A1 Pathway programme applicants are exempt from the high
> private 1-to-1 season supplement on course and accommodation fees
to be arranged
C1
Private
B1 Max. 14 students Included course materials
> 09:00-12:30* 5th & 6th lesson –
C1 12:45-14:15 max. 8 students Each student will receive a folder, course book
Exam Prep** (included in the price) and different photocopies with
supplementary material.Each student can bring their
own dictionary in order to do their homework.
Online placement test
We ask each student to take a pre-arrival test at least 4 weeks
prior arrival in order to be placed in the appropriate class on Programmes
their first day. If we don’t receive the test 2 weeks before, we 9 German courses & official diplomas
cannot guarantee the right level for the first week.
9 German courses & university pathway
9 German courses & career pathway
*During high season or busy periods we may organise classes in the
afternoon. Students cannot choose between morning or afternoon classes. 9 German courses & work experience
**Exam prep: Specific start dates according to exam dates (see our
9 German courses & internship
brochure or website). 9 German courses & volunteering
We offer TELC exam prep courses from level B1 to C1. Exam fees are not
included in the price of the course and each exam must be booked by
students 4 weeks in advance.
TELC exams are organised directly at our school. It takes between 6-8
weeks to receive the results.
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Nationality Mix 2020 Age Mix 2020 2021
Americas 10%
Asia & Pacific 4%
CIS* 3%
Eastern Europe 3%
Middle East & Africa 6%
Western Europe 74%
*Commonwealth of Independent States
Accreditations & certifications
16-19 20-29 30-39 40
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Freiburg Highlights
Event Calendar Top 10 landmarks
April Freiburg Marathon University Library Freiburg 350 m
June Oberlindenhock – 3-day Festival Freiburg Theatre 450 m
July Freiburg Weinfest Martin’s Gate 500 m
July Zeltmusikfestival Colombipark 600 m
August Schauinsland Classic Colombischlössle Archeological Museum 600 m
September Schwarzwald Bike Marathon Freiburg Concert Hall 700 m
October Herbstmesse – Amusement Park
Wallgraben Theatre 750 m
December Freiburg Christmas Market
Freiburger Münster 900 m
February Mundologia – Film & Travel Festival
Historical Merchants’ Hall 1 km
March Fasnacht Carnival
Schwabentor 1 km
Activities & Excursions Useful Informations
Paid activities
Swimming € 4,50 (indoor or outdoor) Freiburg tourist office
Bouldering € 19 (excluding transport)
Bowling € 8 per game (excluding transport) Deutsch Bahn
Free activities Wikitravel Freiburg
Movies at school
Free game evening at school Freiburg public transport
Stammtisch
Walking tour of Freiburg
Lonely Planet – Freiburg
Excursions
Local transportation – Zones A + B
Black Forest hiking/boat trip € 6
Freiburg city area
Europa Park € 55 + transport
Laser Tag € 7 Single ticket: € 2.40
Strasbourg city tour € 25 Day ticket: € 6.70
Colmar city tour € 25 Monthly ticket: € 62
Basel city tour € 25 No weekly tickets are available
Local partners discounts with Alpadia student card
Local pizzeria 10% discount Kebab house discount prices on drinks
Kletterwald Feldberg 20% discount Souvenir shop free gift on 1st purchase
Café Krone every 10th coffee for free Sport shop 10% discount
Eisdiele – ice cream coffee 10% discount Friseur special discounts
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Apartments “Erwinstrasse” Erwinstrasse 5a, 79102 Freiburg
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ALPADIA
Freiburg
APARTMENT
Erwinstrasse
50 m
Map data © 2017 Google
APARTMENTS – ERWINSTRASSE
See our website for more pictures www.alpadia.com
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Apartments “Erwinstrasse”
ALPADIA
Freiburg Erwinstrasse 5a
D-79102 Freiburg
Train station to apartment
16 minutes on public transport
Tram #2 direction “Günterstal”
Get off at “Lorettostrasse” + walk for 3 min.
Apartments to school
APARTMENT 10 minutes on foot
Erwinstrasse
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Accommodation Practical information
9 Within walking distance to school Check-in Sunday From 12:00
9 Only 2-3 Alpadia students per apartment You will receive a code by email in order to pick
9 Most rooms have a balcony or terrace up the keys from a safety box.
9 Attractive “Wiehre” residential neighbourhood Check-out Saturday Between 9:00-11:00
9 Restaurants, bars and shops close-by A staff member will check the room and return
9 Close to public transport the deposit. Please leave the key on the table
9 Paid street parking available in your room upon departure.
9 10 minute walk to Dreisam river & city centre Minimum stay one week
9 15 minute walk to the forest Over age 18 only
€ 150 cash deposit required upon arrival
Students are responsible for keeping common areas and their room clean
The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within maximum 3
and separating their garbage, using the recycling containers provided.
weeks after departure, provided that no damage has been caused.
€40 cleaning fee is paid with the original invoice – no reimbursement.
Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday and/or
Facilities departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation is charged –
9 Three double rooms, two single rooms applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and departures on
Sunday are possible exceptionally – on request only.
9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided
9 Shared kitchenette & bathroom Services close-by
9 Bedsheets provided 9 Supermarket – Aldi 1-minute walk
9 Wood floor tiling 9 Bank 1-minute walk
9 Television 9 Tram station 1-minute walk
9 Washing machine & dryer € 3-4 per wash 9 Bakery 1-minute walk
9 Room keys 9 Pizzeria 1-minute walk
9 Pharmacy 1-minute walk
9 Bike shop 1-minute walk
no smoking no wheelchair mixed gender
9 Restaurants, cafés, bars 2, 10-minute walk
free WiFi
access
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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Apartment “Laimacker” Im Laimacker 26, 79249 Freiburg-Merzhausen
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ALPADIA
Freiburg
APARTMENT
200 m Laimacker
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APARTMENT – LAIMACKER
See our website for more pictures www.alpadia.com
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Apartment “Laimacker”
ALPADIA
Freiburg Im Laimacker 26
D-79249 Freiburg-Merzhausen
Train station to apartment
25 minutes on public transport
Tram #3 direction “Vauban”
Get off at “Paula-Modersohn-Platz” + walk 5 min.
Apartment to school
20-25 minutes on foot & public transport
5 min. walk to tramstop Paula-Modersohn-Platz
Tram #3 direction “Haid”
Get off at “Holzmarkt” + walk 3 min.
APARTMENT
Click on map Laimacker
Accommodation Practical information
9 Only two Alpadia students in the apartment Check-in Sunday From 12:00
9 Spacious terrace available Call the number mentioned on the relevant
9 Attractive “Vauban” residential neighbourhood pre-arrival document to arrange a time. You
built as a “sustainable model district” will receive a code by email in order to pick
9 Restaurants, bars and shops close-by up the keys from a safety box.
9 Close to public transport Check-out Saturday Between 9:00-11:00
9 Free street parking available A staff member will meet you on site for the
9 15 minute bike ride from/to school check-out.
Minimum stay one week
Students are responsible for keeping common areas and their room clean
Over age 18 only
and separating their garbage, using the recycling containers provided.
€150 cash deposit required upon arrival
Facilities The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within maximum
3 weeks after departure, provided that no damage has been
9 Two single bedrooms
caused. €40 cleaning fee is paid with the original invoice – no
9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided reimbursement.
9 Shared kitchen with spacious dining area Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday and/or
9 Shared bathroom & toilet departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation is charged –
applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and departures on
9 Bedsheets provided
Sunday are possible exceptionally – on request only.
9 Wood floor tiling
9 Television
Services close-by
9 Washing machine & dryer €3-4 per wash 9 Supermarket – Aldi/Rewe 4-minute walk
9 Free WiFi access 9 Bakery 4-minute walk
9 Room keys 9 Pharmacy 5-minute walk
9 Bank 5-minute walk
9 Tram station 5-minute walk
no smoking no wheelchair mixed gender
9 Restaurants, cafés, bars 6, 10-minute walk
free WiFi
access
CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Apartment “Kronenstrasse” Kronenstrasse 30, 79100 Freiburg
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ALPADIA
Freiburg
APARTMENT
Kronenstrasse
50 m
Map data © 2017 Google
APARTMENT – KRONENSTRASSE
See our website for more pictures www.alpadia.comCENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Apartment “Kronenstrasse”
ALPADIA
Freiburg Kronenstrasse 30
D-79100 Freiburg
Train station to apartment
15 minutes on public transport
Tram #5 direction “Rieselfeld” or
Tram #3 direction “Vauban”
15 minute ride to “Reiterstrasse” + walk 1 min.
APARTMENT
Kronenstrasse
Apartment to school
10 minute walking distance
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Accommodation Practical information
9 Within walking distance to school Check-in Sunday From 12:00
9 Restaurants, bars and shops close-by Pick-up your key in a safe placed in front of the
9 Close to public transport entrance door of the apartment – the code will
9 Paid street parking available be sent in the week of arrival
9 12 minute walk to city centre Check-out Saturday Between 9:00-11:00
9 10 minute walk to Dreisam river Please leave your keys on the table in your room
upon departure.
Students are responsible for keeping common areas and their
Minimum stay one week
room clean and separating their garbage, using the recycling Over age 18 only
containers provided. € 150 cash deposit required upon arrival
The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within maximum
3 weeks after departure, provided that no damage has been
Facilities caused. €40 cleaning fee is paid with the original invoice
9 Three single & two twin bedrooms – no reimbursement.
9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday
9 Fully equipped shared & modern kitchen and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation
is charged – applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and
9 Spacious dining & living area departures on Sunday are possible exceptionally – on request
9 Two shared bathrooms with toilet only.
9 Bedsheets provided
9 Wood floor tiling Services close-by
9 Supermarket Lidl 6-minute walk
9 Television
9 Pizzeria 2-minute walk
9 Washing machine & dryer € 3-4 per wash
9 Tram station 1-minute walk / tramline # 3 or # 5
9 Room keys “Reiterstrasse”
9 Pharmacy 10-minute walk
9 Fitness studio 6-minute walk
no smoking no wheelchair mixed gender
9 Restaurants, cafés, shops 10-minute walk
free WiFi
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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Residence Wirthstrasse Wirthstrasse 28 A, 79110 Freiburg
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RESIDENCE
Franz R. Haus
ALPADIA
Freiburg
500 m
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RESIDENCE WIRTHSTRASSE
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YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 18+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Residence Wirthstrasse
RESIDENCE
Wirthstrasse Wirthstrasse 28 A
D-79110 Freiburg
Train station to residence
15 minutes by public transport
Tram #1 direction “Landwasser”
Get off at “Diakoniekrankenhaus” + walk 6 min.
Residence to school
ALPADIA 25 minutes by public transport
Freiburg Tram #1 direction “Laßbergstraße”
15 minute ride to “Stadttheater” + walk 5 min.
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Accommodation Practical information
9 Residence with 2 floors dedicated to Alpadia students Check-in Sunday Between 15:00-17:00
9 Restaurants, bars and shops close-by A member of staff will be on location to hand
9 Great connection with tram to city centre over the keys.
9 10 minute walk to lake close-by Check-out Saturday Between 9:00-11:00
9 Free street parking available Leave your keys on the table in your room
9 Modern 8-storey building with other international Minimum stay one week
and German students Over age 18 only
9 Car parking available at extra cost € 150 cash deposit required upon arrival
The deposit will be refunded by bank transfer, within maximum
Students are responsible for keeping common areas and their room clean
3 weeks after departure, provided that no damage has been
and separating their garbage, using the recycling containers provided.
caused. €40 cleaning fee is paid with the original invoice – no
reimbursement.
Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday
Facilities and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation
9 28 x single bedrooms with ensuite bathroom is charged – applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and
9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp provided departures on Sunday are possible exceptionally – on request
only.
9 Fully equipped shared kitchen per floor
9 Common living area Services close-by
9 Private bathroom & toilet 9 Tram station 2-minute walk / tramline # 1
9 Bedsheets provided “Diakoniekrankenhaus”
9 Wood floor tiling 9 Hospital 2-minute walk
9 Washing machine € 3-4 per wash 9 Supermarket – Rewe 7-minute walk
9 Room keys 9 Pizzeria 7-minute walk
9 Pharmacy 7-minute walk
9 Post office 7-minute walk
9 Bakery 7-minute walk
no smoking free WiFi no wheelchair
access
mixed gender 9 Petrol station 7-minute walkCENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Host families Multiple addresses
The light area on the map represents
the host family accommodation zone
Maximum travel time from
school is 50 minutes
ALPADIA
Freiburg
2 km
Map data © 2017 Google
HOST FAMILIES
See our website for more pictures www.alpadia.comCENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
Host families
Various addresses in the locality
Host family accommodation to school
• Max. 50 minutes on public transport
• Most families are 25-35 minutes away
ALPADIA
Freiburg
Accommodation Practical information
9 Comfortable and clean accommodation with Check-in Sunday From 11:00-20:00
local families who speak German Students must contact their host family before
they arrive and make sure to check the address
9 Friendly atmosphere
location.
9 Shared bathroom with the family
Check-out Saturday Until 12:00
9 Street parking may or may not be available Arrange with host family
9 Single or twin bedrooms available Minimum stay one week
Key deposit of € 50 may be requested
Important note: For stays with arrival before Saturday
Facilities & Services and/or departure after Sunday, a full week of accommodation is charged –
applicable year-round. Arrivals on Saturday and departures on Sunday are
9 Single rooms or twin rooms possible – please check availability.
9 Desk, wardrobe, chair & lamp in rooms
9 Shared bathroom & toilet Important
9 Common lounge & dining area 9 Pets Many families may have pets so let us know if
students have allergies or are afraid of animals.
9 Shared kitchen can only be used if booking 9 Smoking Some families may be smokers, so
just breakfast or no meals please make sure to request a non-smoking family if
9 Bedsheets & towels provided necessary.
9 Food allergies & health conditions Please make sure
9 Laundry may be at additional cost to communicate any food allergies, special diets and
9 Free WiFi in most of the families food intolerances as well as other health conditions
9 Breakfast and/or dinner are available when you book. A supplement might be requested for
special diet. Please contact the school for more details.CENTRE GUIDE
YEAR-ROUND LANGUAGE COURSES / AGE 16+
ALPADIA FREIBURG
Werthmanstrasse 18, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
T: +49 (0) 761 1373230
ALPADIA
Freiburg
Click on map
Luggage storage service Transfers
Transfer is collective, students could wait up to
9 Available during school holidays
45 minutes for other passengers to arrive. The
9 Available at all accommodation options transfer company doesn’t work exclusively with
9 Contact us to book this extra service Alpadia, other passengers may book the transfer.
Option 1
Student stays over the holidays Airport transfer
Leaves luggage in room & keeps keys EuroAirport EAP/BSL/MUL 55 min. / € 95 one way
√ Full accommodation payment Zurich Airport ZRH 2 h / € 170 one way
√ No extra cleaning fee Frankfurt Airport FRA 2 h / € 225 one way
√ Alpadia keeps deposit
Option 2 Student apartment & residence
Student leaves over the holidays
Leaves locked luggage in room or at school & returns the keys
√ Free
√ Cleaning fee paid twice
√ Alpadia keeps deposit
√ New check-in date on Sunday before school reopens
Option 3 Host family
Student leaves over the holidays
Leaves luggage with the host family & returns the keys
√ € 70 for two weeks
√ Nothing left in the room
√ Everything packed and locked in one suitcase/bag
Holiday period
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