Why Study German in Germany

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German is one of the most widely spoken languages in Europe . Besides Germany , Austria and Switzerland , it is also spoken in parts of Northern Italy, Eastern Belgium and France as well as Luxembourg and Liechtenstein . After English, it is the most popular language to learn in Europe .

It is the second most widely used language in the internet after English.

After the USA and Japan , Germany is the third largest economy in the world, making German an important language for anyone wishing to do business with Germany . German is also extremely important for business and tourism in Eastern Europe .

Germany has made huge contributions to culture and science and anyone wishing to study music, art, philosophy, film literature, sociology or science will find a knowledge of German invaluable to their academic career. German is one of the main languages in the field of science and scientific publications.

Reasons for studying German in Heidelberg

Population: approx. 138, 800

Location: South West Germany

Heidelberg is a beautiful old town with cobbled streets, elegant architecture, the famous castle and the oldest and most renowned university in Germany .

Frankfurt and Stuttgart airports are within easy reach of Heidelberg . Other towns of interest in the region include Stuttgart , Karlsruhe , Baden-Baden and Strasbourg in France .

In June, the annual Heidelberg Castle Festival takes place with many concerts, plays and opera performances. On three weekends throughout the summer, the castle is illuminated and a big fireworks display takes place. In addition, the Autumn festival and the Christmas Market, are annual events which attract thousands of visitors.

Heidelberg is a typical university city and home to the oldest university in Germany. Nowadays it is the most famous university in Germany with more than 33,000 students.

Heidelberg is a small town with a big heart: it offers a wide range of cultural events without having the problems of larger cities.

The historic centre of Heidelberg with its narrow picturesque streets, elegant private mansions and its undeniable charm has an outstanding atmosphere.

Heidelberg and its surroundings are – as opposed to many regions of Germany – still unspoilt and offer therefore the authentic "good old Germany".

Heidelberg is a clean town with no industrial pollution.

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