French courses in
Montreux
Our language school in Montreux
Montreux is a gorgeous setting for a French language course. Located on the banks of Lake Geneva, at the foot of the Alps, the Swiss town enjoys an almost Mediterranean climate. From the palm-lined quays to the intense blues of the lake to the UNESCO World Heritage listed vineyards of Lavaux, interspersed with picturesque villages, everything here contributes to the beauty of the place.
- Learn French in Switzerland in the picturesque city of Montreux, in a beautiful, central location on the edge of Lake Geneva
- Alpadia Montreux is a small school with a quiet learning environment and has excellent facilities, including a cafeteria, fully-equipped kitchen and terrace
- Explore Montreux with our immersive activity programme, including watersports on the lake or trekking in the Les Portes du Soleil, one of the world's largest ski resorts
- We also offer summer courses for 13–17-year-olds at our Montreux-Riviera Summer camp
Our courses
French language courses at our Montreux school
General French Courses
Our French language courses are taught using a dynamic and interactive learning style, encouraging you to actively participate in classroom discussions on diverse themes, group exercises, debates and role play activity. This methodology allows you plenty of opportunities to apply your newly acquired French communication skills, helping you build your confidence in the language. We offer various language course types adapted to varying requirements and different learning objectives. Starting from our minimum recommendation of 20 lessons per week, we also propose intensive, premium, exam preparation and private classes. Or you can combine different classes to create your own customised structure.
Available courses
Private Lessons
Private Lessons
Tailor-made to meet your individual objectives. With your private teacher, you will work specifically on the skills you wish to develop and progress according to your needs, at your own pace. Specific topics covered include culture, business, finance and healthcare, preparing you for situations you may encounter in your field of activity.
Standard 20
Standard 20
This course framework helps you acquire general French linguistic skills that can be readily applied to day-to-day life. Benefit by developing your core language proficiency and by still having plenty of free time.
The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.
Premium 30
Premium 30
As one of the most intensive French courses offered, this class gives you an in-depth and extensive learning experience, with extra classes dedicated to improving oral and written communication. The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.
*Specific start dates for absolute beginners > A1.
Intensive 25
Intensive 25
With a core foundation built on general linguistic skills, extra attention is also given to verbal communication, helping you grasp the subtleties of the French language.The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.
*Specific start dates for absolute beginners > A1.
Combi 5 & 10
Combi 5 & 10
If you want to combine a regular French course with private lessons, than this is the option to choose! With a solid foundation taught in groups, take advantage of the additional lessons alone with your teacher to concentrate on your specific level and linguistic requirements.
*The minimum duration for A1* absolute beginners is two weeks.
Specific start dates for absolute beginners > A1.
Get in touch for a free consultation in your local language.
We have the perfect course to match your personal and professional goals.
Exam Preparation
This French course is specifically tailored to training you for the DELF/DALF language exams. This special four-week class gives you the tools you need to boost your confidence and best prepare your exam.
Available courses
Exam Preparation
Exam Preparation
This French course is specifically tailored to training you for the DELF/DALF or TCF language exams. This special four-week class gives you the tools you need to boost your confidence and best prepare your exam.
Get in touch for a free consultation in your local language.
We have the perfect course to match your personal and professional goals.
Pathway Programmes
Our Academic Pathway programme is designed for international students interested in pursuing a degree in Europe. The programme will help you build your language skills, adjust to living and studying abroad, and give you a better chance of admission to your dream university.
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We have the perfect course to match your personal and professional goals.
Work and Study
With our work internship, employment and volunteer programmes, you can take your language courses to a higher level and truly expand your professional development. Whether you are interested in sports, tourism, accounting or design, we have ties with local businesses and charities that can offer you exciting opportunities to expand both your career and personal development.
- Languages & work experience
Expand your professional development and CV - Languages & internship
Experience a professional environment while expanding your knowledge - Languages & volunteering
Develop your sense of community and active citizenship within a non-profit organisation
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We have the perfect course to match your personal and professional goals.
School Information
About our Montreux school
School facilities
Other information
- Our teaching methodology
All teachers have an academic background, training and experience in language teaching. Lessons are planned with reference to the course programme and the learning and motivational needs of each student and the group.
- School holidays
See our annual school closures
- Beginners dates
06.01.25 / 03.02.25 / 07.04.25 / 05.05.25 / 02.06.25 / 07.07.25 / 04.08.25 / 01.09.25 / 29.09.25 / 27.10.25 / 24.11.25
There is a minimum of two weeks of bookings.
- Online portal and app
Easy to manage all your pre-arrival needs, travel information and accommodation details in one convenient place using our online portal and app.
This Alpadia languages school is accredited by the following institutions.
School photo gallery
Location
Alpadia Montreux
Grand' Rue 42
1820 Montreux
Switzerland
46.43941, 6.90981
Alpadia Montreux
Grand' Rue 42
1820 Montreux
Switzerland
"The teaching offered by Alpadia allowed me to quickly overcome my shyness and break down the linguistic barrier so that I could fully take advantage of my language learning experience in Switzerland. Once I returned to Russia, I was able to use my acquired skills in French working with business partners.
During my second stay with Alpadia, I was able to further progress by practicing daily my French and immersing myself totally in this magnificent region, where I have now been living for four years!"
Linda, Russia
Student accommodation Accommodation
We offer a wide range of quality accommodation in the beautiful Swiss Riviera region. Whether you're looking for an immersion experience with a local family or more independence in a studio apartment, we have an option that's right for you.
Activities and excursions
Social activities
Enjoy a range of year-round activities in the Swiss Riviera. From spring to autumn, you can take part in mountain and water sports like sailing, waterskiing and mountain-biking. In winter, go skiing, ice skating or snowshoe trekking in the one of the world's largest ski resorts “Les Portes du Soleil”. If you’re not into sports, there’s plenty to see and do. Visit the famous medieval Château de Chillon, sail on a hundred-year-old steamboat on Lake Geneva, enjoy the beautiful Christmas market in winter or experience the world-famous jazz music festival.
Learn about the history of Montreux with a trip to Chillion Castle, the most visited historic building in Switzerland, or visit the legendary Mountain Studios, where Queen recorded six albums between 1978 and 1995. Visit Vevey, one of the 'Pearls of the Swiss Riviera', with its breathtaking views and gorgeous lakeside promenade.
Join us on an organised hike through a deep valley right on Montreux's doorstep. Tune out of the city and tune into the stunning nature that surrounds Montreux.
Discover the stunning Swiss Riviera with excursions to Geneva, Lausanne and the Olympic Museum, the Maison Callier chocolate factory, Gruyères cheese factory and castle, Chamonix and Mont-Blanc and many more.
Immerse yourself in a French film and learn new vocabulary, practise your language skills while you take a cooking class or try playing a new board game with your classmates.
Go skiing for the day in Leysin or Les Paccots, or try toboganning, hiking, snowboarding, glacier walking or dogsled riding.
Try a range of leisure and adventure activities with your classmates, including bowling, mini golf, escape rooms, Aquaparc and Parc Aventure in Aigle.