Italian language and culture courses from A1 to C2 — the only ones in Northern Germany offered on behalf of the Italian Cultural Institute.
“The only language and culture courses in Northern Germany offered on behalf of the Italian Cultural Institute Hamburg.”
We teach Italian the way it is spoken, lived and felt. In small groups, with certified teachers and on behalf of the most distinguished name for Italian culture in Northern Germany.
For adults and children. For work, travel or the pure joy of one of the most beautiful languages in the world.
For adults and children. Group lessons or flexible one-to-one tuition, from A1 to C2.
Discover →Rapid progress and preparation for the official certificate of the University of Siena.
Discover →For companies doing business with Italy. Professional communication, precise and to the point.
Discover →Music, opera, tradition and a way of life. In cooperation with Hamburg’s cultural venues, we bring Italian culture to Northern Germany — far beyond the classroom.
Language thrives on culture. In our culture courses we combine Italian with everything that makes Italy what it is — from level B1, 370 € each.
Not a cooking class, but a culture of good taste: we read and exchange recipes, get to know regional specialities and wines, and discover the history of Italian cuisine. To round things off, we visit a partner restaurant together — a follow-up cooking class with a partner is in the works.
From Verdi to Puccini — language and music as one. In cooperation with Hamburg’s stages, you experience Italian where it truly resounds.
Italian film in the original: dialogue, sound and the spirit of the cinema — Italian as it is really spoken.
From Dante to Ferrante: we read, discuss and discover the language in its most beautiful texts.
Simply talking — for everyone who already speaks Italian but rarely gets the chance in daily life. We come together, choose a topic and chat in a relaxed way, accompanied by a teacher who supports and inspires.
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Please note: The price shown applies per individual course (e.g. A1.1 or A1.2) — the two stages are booked separately, not both together for a single price. Every course begins with a free placement test. CILS exam registration is handled through the Italian Cultural Institute Hamburg.
CILS stands for Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera — the official certificate for Italian as a foreign language. It is issued by the University of Siena and recognised by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as the Ministry of Education.
The certification system follows the Common European Framework of Reference and comprises six progressive levels. Each level stands on its own and demonstrates your ability to communicate in concrete social, professional and academic contexts. The foundation levels A1 and A2 are divided into flexible units so that you achieve the best possible result by the end of the course.
The exam is developed and assessed by the certification centre of the University of Siena and is held at accredited institutions. It comprises five parts:
At CALLIDUS we prepare you specifically for each of these components. Registration for the official exam is handled through the Italian Cultural Institute Hamburg.
Whether for work, travel or passion — we accompany you from your first “ciao” to fluent conversation.
A short placement test, then the course that fits. No obligation, no cost.