Schwarzsee, Switzerland

Schwarzsee Bilingual Camp

A bilingual camp for 12- to 17-year-olds at Schwarzsee in the Swiss Alps, combining language learning, cultural exchange, workshops, excursions and outdoor activities in an international environment.

Run by friLingue since 2007Ages 12 to 17ResidentialFrom CHF 1,550

Dates and prices

18 Jul to 24 Jul 2027

6 nights · Residential

CHF 1,550Check availability

18 Jul to 31 Jul 2027

13 nights · Residential

CHF 2,550Check availability

18 Jul to 7 Aug 2027

20 nights · Residential

CHF 3,700Check availability

25 Jul to 31 Jul 2027

6 nights · Residential

CHF 1,550Check availability

25 Jul to 7 Aug 2027

13 nights · Residential

CHF 2,550Check availability

1 Aug to 7 Aug 2027

6 nights · Residential

CHF 1,550Check availability

Deposit: Deposit of 500 CHF within 10 days after invoice issue.

Cancellation: The cancellation of the contract has to be communicated with us by registered letter as soon as possible.

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If you withdraw from the contract, the following cancellation fees are due: - up to 30 days before the beginning of the course: CHF 500 - 29 to 14 days before the beginning of the course: 50% of the course price - 13 to 7 days before the beginning of the course: 80% of the course price - 7 to 1 day (s) before the beginning of course 100% There will also be no refund from the first day of stay or in case of an early cancellation of the course. If the cancellation is due to proven serious medical or family reasons, please contact us at info@frilingue.com. These costs are also refunded by a previously concluded cancellation insurance, which is the responsibility of the participants. Please note that the scope of service depends on the insurance company and the concluded conditions. Flights: Airlines charge a cancellation fee if you cancel a flight before the departure. In the case of nonattendance a.

About this camp

Schwarzsee Bilingual Camp is designed for young people aged 12 to 17 and takes place in the Swiss Alps, by the beautiful lake at Schwarzsee. Bringing together students from different countries, the camp offers a multicultural environment where participants can develop their language skills and learn from one another.

Through bilingual lessons, small-group classes and interactive workshops, students improve their language abilities while gaining confidence in communicating across cultures.

Beyond the classroom, participants enjoy excursions, sports, outdoor adventures, lake swimming and evening activities such as campfires and karaoke, creating an unforgettable experience of language learning, cultural exchange and international friendships.

French and German camp
Classes in groups of 6 on average
20 English lessons per week
3 weekly excursions and 2 workshops
Optional: intensive course 29 lessons per week

What the price covers

TuitionIncluded
Course materialsIncluded
Certificate of completionIncluded
AccommodationIncluded
All mealsIncluded
BreakfastIncluded
LunchIncluded
DinnerIncluded
LaundryCosts extra, CHF 40
Activities programmeIncluded
ExcursionsIncluded
Airport transfersCosts extra, CHF 150
Travel insuranceCosts extra, CHF 50
Visa support letterIncluded
Pastoral careIncluded

20 English lessons (15 hours) per week
Full-board accommodation
Activities and excursions
24-hour supervision
Certificate of Participation

The essentials

English neededNo English needed

Taught inFrench

Taught hours15 a week

Staff to camper1 to 6

Who you'll be with

Nationalities7

Cap on any one nationality63%

Staff also speakFrench and German

The main nationalities are Switzerland (63.6%), the Russian Federation (6.8%), Greece (4.5%), and Mexico (4.5%), followed by the United States, Afghanistan, Canada, China, Moldova, and Serbia (2.3% each).

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Academics

Students have 20 German or French lessons (15 hours) per week, Monday to Friday mornings. Groups average six students. Teaching focuses on communication, vocabulary and pronunciation, using role play, theatre, games, discussions, group projects and audiovisual tools. Levels run from A1 beginner to C2 proficient. An optional intensive course adds two or three afternoon classes in smaller groups.

Streams

French course

15 hours of French lessons a week with young, motivated teachers who focus on communication and practical use of the language. Classes are in small groups of around six, in the morning, Monday to Friday.

German course

15 hours of German lessons a week with young, motivated teachers who focus on communication and practical use of the language. Classes are in small groups of around six, in the morning, Monday to Friday.

Supervision and safety

Background checksEnhanced DBS or local equivalent for all staff

Medical on siteFirst aid trained staff only

Nearest hospitalNon-life-threatening emergencies: HFR Tafers (approx 25 min by car) / Paediatric Emergency Department: HFR Fribourg – Hôpital cantonal (approx. 35 min by car)

PhonesPhones allowed at set times. Participants will be entitled to use their cell phones and other electronic devices every day for 60-90 minutes after lunch OR dinner and during excursions.

A typical day

Language classes run Monday to Friday. Afternoons are for workshops, hiking or excursions, and Saturday is a full-day excursion. Evenings have a welcome meeting on arrival day, then a sports tournament, karaoke, a campfire and a disco. Arrivals are on Sunday. This is a sample programme and may change with the weather.

What you'll do

Cooking
Dance
Excursions
Football
Hiking
Swimming

On site

Common room
Sports hall
Sports pitches
Wifi

Afternoons offer workshops such as football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, ultimate frisbee, painting, drawing, graffiti, cooking and creative media activities, including film and photography.

Two afternoon excursions during the week and a full-day excursion on Saturday are included, with destinations and activities such as Fribourg, Gruyères, Murten, Estavayer, the Brecca Valley, hiking, summer tobogganing and giant scooters.

Evenings feature discos, karaoke, casino nights, campfires by the lake, movie nights, sports tournaments, games and other group activities.

Optional Extras: 2 additional afternoon language classes per week): 100 CHF per week 3 additional afternoon language classes per week): 150 CHF per week Dance lessons (6 hours per week): 100 CHF per week

Accommodation and food

Participants stay in comfortable, modern accommodation at the Schwarzsee campus, in shared 4-bed rooms with shared bathroom. The campus features spacious living areas, modern classrooms, a large sports complex.

In addition to an indoor gym, there are several beach volleyball, football, basketball courts, a climbing wall, and a lawn for a variety of games and activities. You can also play table tennis, table football or billiards.

Located just 300 metres from the beautiful Schwarzsee lake, the camp also offers easy access to swimming, outdoor adventures and a wide range of sports activities.

Getting there

CampusSchwarzsee Camp

AirportsGeneva

TransfersAvailable at extra cost

Transfer costCHF 150 each way on Sundays (arrivals 10am to 4pm, departures 12pm to 6pm). Other Sunday times CHF 400 each way, Monday to Saturday CHF 500 each way. Unaccompanied minor service CHF 100 each way.

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