German
German is one of the vital world languages. Anyone who wants to become a doctor or study for an advanced degree has an advantage by knowing how to speak and read this beautiful language because German researchers and scientists have had a great impact in many areas of intellectual pursuit. Medical, scientific and even literary terms can come directly from German.
Youth Programs
Summer Villages, ages 7-18
Summer Villages - Swiss Helvetia, ages 7-18
Day Camps
Study Abroad - Germany
Family Programs
Summer Family Weeks
Summer Family Week - Swiss Helvetia
Family Weekends
Adult Programs
Adult Weeks and Weekends
Educator Programs (for all world language educators)
Master of Education in World Language Instruction
Teacher Seminars
Workshops
Village Weekends for school groups
Why learn German?
· German is useful. Did you know that more than 100 million people speak German worldwide? It’s the official language of Germany, one of official languages of Switzerland, and the primary language used by countless multi-national corporations.
· German connects you with the past. Whether you want to explore your heritage, converse with grandpa in his native tongue, or get an insider’s view of European history, Concordia Language Villages has what you need. At Waldsee, you’ll learn words, phrases, and the history and traditions of German-speaking people as you immerse yourself in a fun, culturally-authentic learning environment.
· German helps you prepare for the future. Whether your interest is business, world affairs, engineering, or simply broadening your mind, knowing German is a great credential for any college application or job interview. And understanding another culture gives you an appreciation for new experiences that will last a lifetime.
· Waldsee is fun! From the moment you get your German “passport” and select your German name, you’ll enjoy every minute of your Waldsee experience. New games, new foods, new friends, and tons of care and attention from knowledgeable staff make learning German with the Language Villages an experience you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
German was the first language taught by Concordia Language Villages when the program started back in 1961. Known as Waldsee, German for “lake in the woods,” the German Language Village is the home of Café Einbeck and its famed coffee and croissants.
Fast Facts about German
· Worldwide: 100 million speakers
· German is the third most-taught language worldwide and is the most-translated language for written works
· Locations with German as an official language:
Germany, Austria, Belgium, European Union, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and portions of northern Italy
Wilkommen!
Whether you know a lot of German already or not a single word, we hope you’ll join us soon for one of our many German language and cultural immersion programs. We offered our first German language and cultural immersion program, Camp Waldsee, in 1961. Today, hundreds of people enjoy our German programs each year.
Each German program has its own unique daily schedule, catered to the ages and interests of the participants, the time of year, and the length of the program. The seasons even play a role in the menu choices at Waldsee. Even though Waldsee staff adjust the schedules to best suit the learners for each session, some things always remain the same: fun activities, delicious food, a mix of structured and free time, music and sports, choices of activities — and of course, complete immersion in German language and culture.
Read about the delicious food at Waldsee.
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