About Us

Language opens doors—and hearts.
Feel at home at SprachHaus Bamberg.
Founded in 2003 in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg, Bavaria, SprachHaus Bamberg offers the most effective and enjoyable way to learn German—stress-free and with fun! Our fully personalized, one-on-one language training is tailored to your needs while you live and relax in our charming home near Bamberg. We welcome learners aged 13 and up and ensure a comfortable, immersive experience.

Experience SprachHaus Bamberg: Learning in Comfort and Tranquility
SprachHaus Bamberg is nestled in an Italian-style villa just outside Bamberg, surrounded by a peaceful park and forest that create the perfect environment for relaxation and focus.
When the weather is pleasant, lessons are held outdoors—in the spacious conservatory, under a parasol on the terrace, or in the cool shade of a tree.
Guests enjoy comfortable beds and private rooms, each with pleasant views, to make your stay as enjoyable as it is productive.

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SprachHaus Bamberg
SprachHaus Bamberg - Bierglas

If you’re considering interesting places to learn German, your mind might jump to Germany’s famous towns and cities, renowned around the world. But Bamberg? Perhaps you’ve never heard of it. If that’s the case, let us introduce you to this charming city of some 80,000 residents, located in northern Bavaria.
In many ways, Bamberg embodies the essence of a typical German city. Its historic ‘Old Town’ has preserved its original layout and architecture, with buildings dating back to the early Middle Ages. This unique character earned Bamberg UNESCO World Heritage status in 1993. The city offers a living window into German and European medieval and baroque history, where heritage and modern life coexist seamlessly.
Bamberg is full of variety. Its cultural and gastronomic offerings are of exceptional quality, catering to almost every taste. With its major attractions easily explored within a week, the city offers the perfect blend of sightseeing and relaxation.
Beyond its architecture and history, Bamberg is a warm and welcoming city. Striking up a conversation with locals is easy, especially in one of the many traditional pubs, where you can start practicing your German right away.
Despite its historical roots, Bamberg has a youthful vibe. The city’s university, with around 10,000 students, ensures a lively atmosphere. Pavement cafés, pubs, and clubs create a vibrant social scene that keeps the streets buzzing day and night.

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Team

Andrea

Andrea

Andrea Herrmann, founder of SprachHaus Bamberg, has more than 20-years-experience teaching German as a foreign language. Andrea holds a Master degree in German and Journalism. She has lived and worked in Switzerland and France, and knows both countries quite well. In addition, Andrea completed her postgraduate course in teaching German to kids and teenagers.

Carlo

Carlo

SprachHaus teacher and husband of Andrea, Carlo grew up in a binational, German-Italian family. He has successfully run his own businesses for more than 30 years and is further educated in business and organizational psychology, coaching and intercultural communication. Carlo also teaches Italian and his focus lies in psychology, history, politics and philosophy.

Claudia

Claudia

Born in Kassel, Germany, Claudia graduated from the University of Bamberg with a Master in German, Communication and Politics. She has worked in lived in Germany as well as in the US and is currently employed at the Frankfurt International School. While working with young children at a preschool level in school, she also is a highly motivated teacher for German as a second language for high school students and adults in Frankfurt and at SprachHaus Bamberg.

Jana

Jana

I am an experienced “German as foreign language” teacher with a passion for quality education and a commitment to give the best to my students. My teaching experience covers single & group lessons, teaching children age 5+.

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