Intensive German Course in Bonn

Learn German in Bonn – the city of Beethoven! The former German capital is now an important United Nations location and is teeming with international flair. Discover a variety of famous museums or experience Bonn’s lively cultural scene, known for its festivals and concerts. Bonn is the perfect place to learn German and meet people from all over the world. Be inspired by the zest for life of the Rhineland and enjoy unforgettable moments in this unique city!

  • Learn German and practise it locally
  • Rapid progression with intensive support
  • Get to know people from all over the world
  • Discover Bonn, the region and Germany

Summer discount - German intensive course

Book your intensive German course in Bonn now and get a €80 discount on courses starting on 29 June 2025, 20 July 2025 and 10 August 2025.

Learn German quickly and effectively

The intensive German course generally runs from Monday to Friday and focusses on quick and lasting learning success! Intensive support and daily repetition of learning content accelerate your learning progress. With a maximum of 16 participants in a class, you are closely supported by one of our highly qualified tutors. You also have access to our well stocked media library for self-study.

In addition to the language classes, the intensive German course includes a diverse cultural and leisure programme. Discover Bonn and its surrounds on exciting excursions and use your knowledge of German directly while getting to know German culture.

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  • Duration
    3 weeks (15 tuition days)

  • Total scope
    75 lessons (45 min. each)

  • Participants
    max. 16 per class

  • Course location
    Goethe-Institut Bonn

  • Price
    EUR 1.229  EUR 1.149
    Promotional code: SOMMER80
    only until June 29, 2025

    Valid for the start dates:
    29 June 2025
    20 July 2025
    10 August 2025

What is included in the course fee?

  • Language level assessment
    Placement in a class with students of the same language level.
  • Course materials
    Up-to-date and high-quality learning materials are included in the course fee.
  • Cultural and leisure programme
    Dive into German life and culture with joint, organised activities during the day, in the evening or at the weekend!
  • Learning guidance
    Learning support service for your questions about the course and materials as well as individual advice on you path to learning German.
  • Access to the media library
    A large selection of exercise and exam practice materials, elementary reading materials and literature.
  • Online community Deutsch für dich
    Make use of interactive learning and exercise materials and network with other learners from all over the world!
  • Exam discount
    As a course participant you’ll receive a 20% discount on the exam fee.

Course Location Bonn

View of the institute from outside. © Goethe-Institut / A. Hoehner

Goethe-Institut Bonn is located in a modern building in the centre of the Südstadt neighbourhood. The area is one of the finest in Bonn and is known for its splendid old villas and green tree-lined streets. The university of Bonn has some of its institutes in this area, contributing to the lively student atmosphere. After class, you can experience university live at close quarters and discover the many restaurants and bars in the area.

Address
Goethe-Institut Bonn
Lennéstraße 6
53113 Bonn
Germany

Our Learning Concept

Goethe-Institut stands for competent and efficient teaching of German as a Foreign Language. Quick learning results with highly qualified tutors, the latest teaching methods, intensive support and advice as well as a course level system that is internationally recognised and based on the common European framework for languages.

  • practically oriented

    From day one, you will learn exactly what you need for your daily routine, job and life in Germany and can try yourself out in a variety of scenarios.

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  • contemporary and authentic

    Practise with materials close to everyday life and gain a deeper insight into life in Germany. This makes it easier to arrive.

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  • innovative and flexible

    Experience tuition based on state of the art language learning research thanks to our collaboration with universities. The learning contents of different course formats are geared to each other and facilitate an individual learning pathway.

Our Teachers

Our teachers are adept learning companions solely focussed on:
You and your learning success. They rely on a variety of methods as well as dialogue and exchange. They impart teaching content in a communicative, motivational and interactive way. They discuss your learning objectives and progress with you and provide important tips as well as help, so you can independently practise and deepen your knowledge of German.

What makes for good teaching?
Good teachers!

  • qualified and experienced

    Our teachers are highly qualified: They speak German at native-speaker level. They hold a university degree and are competent in methodology and didactics for teaching German as a foreign language. They also have extensive teaching experience.

  • competent and result-oriented

    We train our teachers ourselves and set the standard for German tuition worldwide. Whatever the learning scenario, our highly qualified teachers provide you with professional support. So you can make tangible progress quickly and achieve your learning goals.

The Course System

With us, you can profit from a modular system of courses at levels A1 to C2. Courses are geared to each other and can be combined together. We’ll asses your suitable course level with a placement test before commencing the course.
These are the ideal prerequisites for flexible learning and a sustainable learning success.

Necessary Intensive Courses per Language Level

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
= 1 Intensive course, 75 hours each 75h A1 1 course 75h 75h A2 2 courses 75h 75h B1 2 courses 75h 75h 75h B2 3 courses 75h 75h C1 2 courses 75h 75h C2 2 courses 1 teaching unit (h) = 45 minutes Basic language use Independent language use Proficient language use
75h A1 1 course 75h 75h B1 2 courses 75h 75h C1 2 courses 75h 75h 75h B2 3 courses 75h 75h C2 2 courses 75h 75h A2 2 courses Basic language use Independent language use Proficient language use =1 Intensive course, 75 hours each 1 teaching unit (h) = 45 minutes
The number of lessons that are generally required to reach a certain level and take the relevant exam for the Goethe certificate is based on experience. Individual factors such as language learning experience and the other languages you speak or have learnt already play an important role in this. To achieve an optimum learning success, we will assess your level prior to the course.

Cultural and Leisure Programme

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The cultural and leisure programme brings you into contact with the local population. This is a vital aspect which is why leisure is part of our programme. With Goethe-Institut, you and your fellow learners will get to know your new home together. Visit exciting cultural highlights or chat with your new friends.
 
With Goethe-Institut, you will get to know Bonn and its surroundings: From palaces to castle ruins, museums and art galleries and the nearby cities of Cologne and Dusseldorf. There is something for all tastes.
Momo Mori Reche, Cultural and leisure programme Bonn

Momo Mori Reche, Cultural and leisure programme

Movie nights

Contemporary German films with subtitles.
 

Chit-chat over coffee

Weekly get-together and speaking German.

Picnic

In the Rheinauen nature park, weather permitting.

Highlights

Excursions to the Rhine Valley

Various attractive destinations, such as Drachenburg and Brühl Castle, as well as the metropolis of Cologne, are within easy reach of Bonn.

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Museums in Bonn

Discover the “museum mile” with its natural science, technology, art and history exhibitions or explore the Women’s Museum or the Beethoven-Haus.

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City Tour with a Difference

A different kind of guided city walk. Get to know life in Bonn, hear personal stories, anecdotes and tips on museums or the trendiest new bars.

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