Language stay abroad in Germany

Language stay abroad in Germany

Germany is one of the biggest cultural centers in Europe. It has numerous museums, some of which are among the most beautiful in the world, as well as cathedrals and castles. Germany is home to numerous writers, inventors and philosophers, not to mention world famous composers such as Beethoven and Bach.

language stay abroad in germany are particularly beneficial for children and teenagers if  they take place in international environment.

Adults and students  also have the possibility of participating in a language stay abroad in germany all year round in specialized language schools for  international students.

For your language stay abroad in germany this site presents the following items: Life at this destination, Geography and climate, Useful information.

Life at this destination

Shop hours: The shops close fairly early in Germany and are not open on Sundays.
The cost of living in Germany is slightly lower than the cost of living in England, but not as cheap as the cost of living in the USA.
Accommodation : the most economic solution for accommodation are the "zimmer frei" (bed and breakfast)
Preferred methods of payment:
Credit Cards (especially Eurocard)
Cash
Checks are seldom used. But, the Eurocheck is the most accepted form of check.
Germans enjoy a more relaxed work schedule (they leave the office often at 16:30, and enjoy many bank holidays throughout the year)
Food: Germans are very fond of meats (especially sausage). Also, there is a large variety of breads in Germany.
Meal Hours:
Lunch: around noon
Dinner: any time after 18:00
Drink: Germans drink lots of beer (and celebrate their beer each October at the famous festival in Munich)
FYI : It is a strong part of German culture to respect the rules.

Language stay abroad in Germany Phones

-Any country to Germany :
Exit number + 49 + area code + number.
  • Germany to USA :
    00 + 1 + area code + number.
  • Germany to England :
    00 + 44 + area code + number.
  • Germany to France :
    00 + 33 + number of correspondant (9 digits - leave off the 0).
  • Germany to Belgium :
    00 + 32 + area code + number.
  • Germany to Spain :
    00 + 34 + area code + number
  • Germany to Italy :
    00 + 39 +area code + number.
  • Germany to Germany :
    You must dial a 0 in front of the area code.
  • Collect Call :
    013-08-000 + country code.
  • European Emergency Number :
    112
  • Police in Germany :

110

Language stay abroad in Germany Health insurance

For European residents :

  • You should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK. (see the website www.dh.gov.uk) The EHIC is not a substitute for medical and travel insurance, but covers you for emergency medical treatment. You will not be covered for medical repatriation, on-going medical treatment or treatment of a non-urgent nature.
  • But, because the EHIC does not cover medical repatriation, non-urgent medical problems or on-going treatment, it is strongly recommended that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. You should check for any exclusions in your policy and make sure that your policy covers you for the activities you want to undertake.

Language stay abroad in Germany Driver's license

The best idea is to get an International Travel Permit to attach to your regular driving license.

Language stay abroad in Germany Vaccination

There are no additional vaccinations required or recommended.

Geography and climate

  • Climate :

    Temperate throughout the country with warm summers and cold winters.
    Average annual temperature: 9°C/48°F
    January: -6°- 1°C/30°-43°F
    July: 16°-20°C/61°-68°F

  • Geography :

    The country is divided into 16 states (Bundesländer).
    The landscape is varied.
    Germany borders France, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, The Netherlands, Czech Republic, Poland, Luxembourg and Switzerland

  • Seas / Oceans : North and Baltic Seas

Useful information

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