Switzerland (French-Speaking)

Bienvenue en Suisse.

Students biking in Switzerland

Spend a month hiking, mountain biking, exploring mountain villages, and living with your host family while gaining a deeper appreciation of Swiss alpine culture and improving your French language skills. A land of lush valleys, snow-covered mountains, alpine meadows, and vibrant cities, Switzerland is a breathtaking destination for an Your adventure begins in the "world’s smallest metropolis" - a cosmopolitan city with a smalltown feel. Located on Lake Geneva between the majestic Alps and Jura mountains, Geneva is a bustling international city graced with majestic vistas. For three days, you and your group walk the streets of Old Town; explore some of the city’s world-class museums, art galleries, and theaters; discover the famous flower clock and Lake Geneva’s jet d’eau; and visit the headquarters of the International Red Cross.

Homestay

Switzerland participants in the mountains

From Geneva, travel to the scenic lake district of Neuchâtel or the fertile lowland region of Lausanne to meet your kind homestay family, who take you in and show you the rich customs and traditions of the proud Swiss. Each day challenges you to use and improve your French language skills as you enjoy your host family and community.

Travel and Discovery

Photo of Swiss lodge

Following your homestay, head for the mountains! You and your group discover why Switzerland is world famous for its natural beauty and abundant outdoor activities. Saas Fee, Zermatt, and the Rhone River Valley are the backdrop of this stunning Alpine adventure. Hike meandering nature trails, mountain bike along raging rivers, visit ancient castles, and stroll through picturesque mountain villages to learn more about local traditions.

Sample activities: Meet experienced mountaineers and observe their skills; bike through alpine valleys; hike through stunning forests with Swiss naturalists; visit local professionals to learn about ecological issues facing the alpine region.

"In four weeks, I was able to experience the extraordinary city of Geneva, become part of a Swiss family, and explore the wonders of the Swiss Alps, while forming genuine friendships with my fellow Experimenters. I cannot express how profoundly affected I was by the homestay experience. The French language, never a barrier, quickly became a natural, comfortable part of daily life. Indeed, with the Manzi family, I was a sister; I was a daughter; I truly felt at home."

--Natasha Kovecevic, Mountain Lakes, New Jersey

Code: SZH (4 weeks)
Features: Ecological/Outdoor Adventure, Travel
Prerequisites: French (at least 1 year)
Depart/Return: New York

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Features
Ecological/Outdoor Adventure, Travel

Depart/Return
New York

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