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Study French in France

Learn French while immersing yourself in the culture of France!  Language travel adventure awaits in some of the most beautiful cities of France: Aix-en-Provence or Rouen.

  • Aix-en-Provence is a vibrant university city located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region of southern ofMap of France with Aix-en-Provence, Rouen and Paris. France. Also called the city of a thousand fountains and the place that winter goes to summer with 300 sunny days a year.
  • Rouen is the gourmet capital city of Normandy with a lively social life with unique medieval architecture and 1 hour from Paris. Whether enjoying a café, shopping or taking in the art and history, Rouen has something for everyone.

Who are the courses for?

For students of any age who want to experience French culture while studying the language in France.

Course Offerings & Residency Options

Depending on your interests and goals, there are a variety of courses to choose from.

Study options available for as short as 1 week or long term.

  • Online and in-person classes
  • Business French
  • French for 50+ students
  • Courses paired with activities such as yoga, golf, painting or touring and so much more
  • Private lessons available
  • Summer camp for children

Four different residency options available.

  • Stay with a local host family
  • Students’ residence and apartments
  • Hotels and Lodges (gîtes)
  • Private apartments

Local Attractions

Whether you wish to explore on your own or join a tour group, there is plenty to see and do in Rouen and Aix-en-Provence.

Rouen: Beautiful capital city in the heart of Normandy

A pretty street scene in Rouen, France.
Rouen, Normandie
  • Take a walking tour in the Old Town of Rouen
  • Be awed by the WWII history on the coast
  • Enjoy the regional gastronomical delights of wine, cider, cheese, mussels and more
  • Be astonished as you wander along the Alabaster Coast or an old Normandy village
  • Visit the many museums and cathedrals the region has to offer

Aix-en-Provence: The City of a Thousand Fountains 

  • Stroll the many beautiful botanical gardens and parks

    The Cours Mirabeau in Aix-en-Provence, France.
    Cours Mirabeau in Aix-en-Provence
  • Explore Musée Granet with original work from Cézanne and Picasso.
  • See Atelier Cézanne where Paul Cézanne lived and worked
  • Shop at the Le Grande Marché for local fruits, vegetables, meats, and more
  • Spend the afternoon touring the ancient architecture and soaking up history

Let ILI help you with your language travel plans!

Complete the Language Travel Form to request more information about how we can help you tailor an unforgettable immersive language learning experience.

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