French Courses in France:

Lyon

With excellent chefs making the city the culinary centre of French, huge romantic appeal because of its small 'traboules', along with its many bars and clubs, the student city of Lyon is the perfect place for a language course in France.

Lyon

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Lyon

Lyon is the capital of the Rhône-Alpes region and is, after Paris, one of the largest cities of France. Around 500,000 inhabitants live in Lyon, most of which are students studying at local universities. The cityscape combines small lanes in the historic part of the city with bistros, bars and award-winning restaurants. Lyon is the perfect location to study French; the city offers museums, an impressive opera house, many impressive religious buildings, big parks, an antique amphitheatre and a colourful nightlife.

The historic part of the city, "Vieux Lyon", located on the left bank of the river Saône, became a World Heritage Site in 1998. Its many passages, the so-called "Traboules", decorate the old part of the city. In the past, "Traboules" were used as a quick passageways to connect the backyards with the historic houses, which you can still expore today. Start your journey at the "Place de Tolozan" and walk to the puppet theatre. The impressive basilica "Notre-Dame de Fouvrière", built in 1872, is located on the hill "Fouvrière" which is right by Lyon's historic "Vieux Lyon". You can reach the top of the hill with a funicular. The observation platform of the basilica gives a stunning view out over Lyon. On clear days, you can even see the Alps from the steeple, as well as the so called "Crayon", one of the few tall buildings in Lyon, located in the middle of the shopping district of the city. The basilica was erected in honour of the blessed Virgin Mary who, according to legend, kept the plague away from the city. To this day, the "Fête de Lumières", celebrated on 8th December, reminds us of the Saint's good deed. On this day, the people of Lyon put a candle in their windows in commemoration. Not far from the basilica, you will find the old Roman amphitheatre which is used during the summer months for plays and concerts. The famous "Nuits de la Fourvière" take place here from June to August.

At the weekend, people meet at the big "Parc de la Tête d’or" where you can take a boat ride on the lake, see rare cacti in the Botanical Gardens or just relax under the trees. Dining is best in 'Vieux Lyon'; nowhere in France will you find as many excellent chefs as here: chef Paul Bocuse who was named "Chef of the Century" in 1989 lives and works here. Lyon's nightlife is renowned in the lanes, bars and clubs around the square "Place de Terreaux", near the city hall "Hotel de Ville", which is illuminated at night, and on the banks of the rivers Saône and Rhône. Explore Lyon on a French language course!

The School

Our quality language school is located in the heart of Lyon in a beautiful Art Deco building. Its 9 classrooms are equipped with TVs and DVD-Players. The school has a student lounge with wireless internet connection. 'Vieux Lyon', with its countless bars, shops and restaurants, is only a few minutes walk away.

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LISA! Quality Mark

Our language school is a member of the organisations IALC and TANDEM.

Sightseeing in Lyon

Lyon's sights can be reached easily on foot, by bike or by public transport. Both the old and modern districts of the city accommodate countless bars, restaurants, museums and parks such as the "Parc de la Tête d’or" where the Botanical Garden can be found. Don't miss a visit to the interior of the Basilica with its blue and golden vault, or the city hall "Hotel de Ville" illuminated at night. Lyon's nightlife is particularly visible around the city hall and the square "Place de Terreaux". The language schoolalso organises a diverse activity programme including walking tours through the lanes and the amazing "Traboules". There are cookery courses and food-tastings in the restaurants and cafés of the best chefs in Lyon. Visits to museums, the theatre or to the cinema can be organised additionally, as well as trips to Beaujolais or Annecy. You can find out about the activity programme directly in the school!

Accommodation

Family: Single room (SR) with breakfast (B&B) or half board (HB). Average distance to the school: 20 minutes on foot or public transport.

Studio: In a self-catered single room (SR) or double room (DR) with a private bath/WC and a kitchenette. Internet access is available. A double room can only be booked by two persons booking and travelling together. Average distance to the school: 10 minutes by public transport.

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Language & Culture Course

Our Language & Culture Course is specially aimed at students that are over 50 years old. The language course at our school is held in groups of maximum 12 students. Students study French with fellow students of a similar age group from around the world. Our activity programme is diverse and offers, for example, museum visits and city walks. Students are accommodated in homestay families or in a studio in single (SR) or double room (DR).

Exam Courses

At our language school in Lyon, we offer the following exam courses: preparation for the Diplôme d' Etudes en Langue Française (D.E.L.F.) as well as the Diplôme Approfundi de Langue Française (D.A.L.F.)

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Please note:

• You can go on this course with an elementary language level (A1) of French.
• The exams normally take place in the last week of the course, therefore we can only offer limited teaching in that week.
• You must pay the exam fee while in Lyon. Please consult the table regarding how much the exam fee will cost.
  
  

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Dates and services

Package includes:

• Language course as booked
• Accommodation as booked
• Loan of course materials
• Organized social/activity programme
• Travel advice and information
• Certificate on course completion

Additional services:

• Extra nights without lessons: £ 51

Travel

We recommend that you book a flight to Lyon. There is a public transport service from the airport to your accommodation, or a shuttle service is available from the airport to the city centre. The journey takes about 45 minutes and costs about £ 14. The first shuttle will leave the airport at 06:00 am. The last shuttle bus will leave the airport at 11:40 pm. The first bus from Lyon to the airport will leave at 04:45 am, the last bus at 09:55 pm. Further information is available at: www.satobus.com. Please call us for more information!

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