Where can I study German in Bavaria?
Located in the southeast of Germany, Bavaria (Bayern in German) borders the Czech Republic, Austria and Switzerland (across Lake Constance). It is actually one of the oldest states in Europe, and today is still Germany’s largest in geographical terms.
As you’d expect from its location, the region is home to some really stunning scenery, including beautiful forests (such as the Black Forest – ‘der Schwarzwald’), lush meadows and even its own mountain range, the Bavarian Alps. Germany’s highest peak, der Zugspitze, lies within these mountains.
Bavaria has a very unique identity, and in some ways the people who live there are very different to those in other parts of the country. This relates not only to their customs, traditional dress and food, but also their language – whilst most people in Bavaria speak ‘High German’ (the most standard form of the language), many also speak the regional dialect, Bayerisch, which, even to a proficient German speaker can be tricky to understand!
There are several locations within Bavaria where you can take a German language course, some in large cities and some in smaller, more rural towns.
Currently, Cactus offers courses in the following locations:
Munich
• Bavaria’s capital city and the biggest and most cosmopolitan of all the region’s towns and cities.
• Full of history and culture, with numerous museums and art galleries, and some really spectacular architecture to see.
• Great nightlife, with lots of bars, restaurants and cafes, both traditional and modern in design and offerings.
• A fantastic public transport system, which makes it very easy to get around.
• A very attractive city with lots of nice buildings and plenty of green areas – the English Gardens are particularly nice to sit in or stroll around.
Lindau 
• A relatively small town situated on the eastern part of Lake Constance.
• Located on a small island, connected to the mainland by bridge and railway.
• Boasts a stunning setting, surrounded by lakes, forests, vineyards with the Austrian and Swiss Alps in the background.
• Has a pretty medieval old-town with some attractive renaissance buildings, and a famous lighthouse at the entrance to the port.
• A popular tourist destination, especially in the summertime, when visitors can enjoy the scenery from one of the outdoor cafes and restaurants on the waterfront.
Regensburg 
• Located further north in Bavaria than Munich and Lindau, to the west of the Black Forest and close to the Czech border.
• Has a large medieval centre that has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Home to some beautiful buildings and structures, including the famous Dom St Peter and the Steinerne Bruecke, built over the Danube in the 12th century.
• Livelier than Lindau and Radolfzell but less expensive than Munich.
• A university city with a good nightlife to cater for the student population there.
Radolfzell 
• A small town on the western end of Lake Constance.
• Has a very attractive town centre with lots of historic buildings and houses that have been faithfully restored to their former glory.
• The surrounding countryside offers lots of opportunities for sailing, sufing, golf, tennis, cycling and walking.
• Benefits students who want to learn in tranquil, safe surroundings.
• Has a friendly local population who will be happy for you to practise your new-found German skills!
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