German courses in Stuttgart

Stuttgart is the capital of the state of Baden-Wurttemberg. It is located in southern Germany. It has a reputation as being the ‘cradle of the automobile’ since it is the headquarters for both Mercedes Benz and Porsche. What visitors may not realize is that Stuttgart is spread across a series of hills, valleys and park, and it includes several productive vineyards as well. Home to Europe’s largest zoo and botanic garden, Stuttgart has numerous parks. Students enrolled in German school in Stuttgart should be sure to explore the local museums and art galleries where one can view such important artists as Monet, Renoir, Cezanne and Rembrandt, among others. For some upscale shopping visit Konigstrasse, the main shopping street, where visitors can shop for brands like Valentino and Boss. For more varied faire, try Karlsplatz flea market. There are many restaurants and cafes in Stuttgart, where students can sample local cuisine as well as international delights. Students taking German courses in Stuttgart will experience a fairly mild climate. For the active visitor, the area is very fitness friendly with opportunities for visitors to participate in activities like jogging, swimming, skating and more. There are many health and fitness clubs throughout the city. For those who would rather watch sports than participate, be sure to take in a soccer match by one of the local professional teams. Students will enjoy this German city, located in a beautiful wine growing region. It is filled with a rich history, has a vibrant thriving population and offers everything one could imagine, from the best in fine arts to the best in fine dining.