Cilfa Annecy, France
- Free workshops offered.
- Free tutoring offered on Mondays.
- Excellent rating of homestay accommodation5
- Top rated social activities4.5
- On campus accommodation offered
- On campus accommodation very close to school
- Top rated school facilities4.7
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Cancellation fees for students having to cancel due to visa rejection.
Location: Cilfa Annecy (Centre International de Langue Française d'Annecy) is located on the outskirts of the Alpine town of Annecy, in southeastern France. The school specialises in teaching French as a foreign language via various courses and cultural activities. The pleasant surroundings and medieval history make Annecy a unique backdrop for learning. The school is housed a short distance from the town centre in Annecy-le-Vieux. Attractions and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include several green spaces, eateries, cafes and links to public transport. The centre of Annecy is around a 25-minute journey via bus from the school.
Getting around: There are links to public transport close by, ensuring that local attractions such as the Annecy Old Town, the Gardens of Europe, the Castle of Annecy, and Lake Annecy, are within a 30-minute journey of the school's front doors. The closest International airports to Annecy are Geneva and Chambery.
Course selection: The course selection at Cilfa Annecy can include Summer French programmes, Academic year programmes, DELF Academic year courses and French as a Foreign Language training. Courses are available to adult students throughout the year, with some programmes specific to the summer months only.
Additional information: Annecy is well-known for the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, which has been running each year since the 1960s.
French Courses
Academic Year Course 15
15 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€230€219 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 230 219 | 450 428 | 675 642 | 780 741 | 975 927 | 1,170 1,112 | 1,365 1,297 | 1,560 1,482 | 1,755 1,668 | 1,950 1,853 | 1,950 1,853 |
| Price in US$ | 253 | 495 | 742 | 857 | 1,071 | 1,286 | 1,500 | 1,714 | 1,928 | 2,142 | 2,142 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 09 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 11 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 05 Oct 2026
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Summer French Course 1515 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€230€219 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 230 219 | 450 428 | 675 642 | 780 741 | 975 927 | 1,170 1,112 | 1,365 1,297 | 1,560 1,482 | 1,755 1,668 | 1,950 1,853 | 1,950 1,853 |
| Price in US$ | 253 | 495 | 742 | 857 | 1,071 | 1,286 | 1,500 | 1,714 | 1,928 | 2,142 | 2,142 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 14 Sep 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
06 Jul 2026, 13 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Summer French Course 2020 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€280€266 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 280 266 | 550 523 | 825 784 | 980 931 | 1,225 1,164 | 1,470 1,397 | 1,715 1,630 | 1,960 1,862 | 2,205 2,095 | 2,450 2,328 | 2,500 2,375 |
| Price in US$ | 308 | 605 | 907 | 1,077 | 1,346 | 1,615 | 1,884 | 2,153 | 2,422 | 2,691 | 2,746 |
- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 14 Sep 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
06 Jul 2026, 13 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Academic Year Course 1717 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!from€252€240 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 252 240 | 494 470 | 741 704 | 868 825 | 1,085 1,031 | 1,302 1,237 | 1,519 1,444 | 1,736 1,650 | 1,953 1,856 | 2,170 2,062 | 2,170 2,062 |
| Price in US$ | 277 | 543 | 814 | 954 | 1,192 | 1,430 | 1,669 | 1,907 | 2,145 | 2,384 | 2,384 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 09 Feb 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 16 Mar 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 27 Apr 2026, 04 May 2026, 11 May 2026, 18 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 05 Oct 2026
15 language lessons and 2 hours of outside activities.
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 18:15 - 19:45 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 13
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
DELF Academic Year Course 3
3 lessons per week | 12 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€0€0 / week More

| Weeks | 11 |
|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 460 437 |
| Price in US$ | 506 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
3 DELF preparation lessons (A1 or A2 or B1 or B2).
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:15 - 19:45 - Possible course durations
- 11 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Our prices for Cilfa include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
Student opinions about Cilfa, Annecy
Cilfa, Annecy
The attention to people from both an educational and human perspective.”
Also I think that choosing the package with the extracurricular activities is the best choice, having fun learning is what I found in Annecy.”
Ratings of Cilfa compared to ratings of all schools in France
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Cilfa
- French teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 30% male / 60% female
- Year of school foundation
- 1998
- The school is an official exam center
- The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Daily press
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Library
Computer lab
Gym
Table tennis
Self-study areas
Free parking
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
- Number of public PC workstations: 6
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Disabled car park
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 8% |
| Thailand | 6% |
| China | 6% |
| Vietnam | 4% |
| Japan | 4% |
| Italy | 3% |
| Spain | 3% |
| Iran | 2% |
| Turkey | 2% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Netherlands | 2% |
| Sweden | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Switzerland | 1% |
| England | 1% |
| Israel | 1% |
| Germany | 1% |
| Venezuela | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 51% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 1% |
| 18-24 years | 20% |
| 25-34 years | 32% |
| 35-50 years | 37% |
| >50 years | 10% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 50Throughout the year: 70
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 4Adult courses Throughout the year: 4
- Average age of students
- In summer: 33 yearsThroughout the year: 35 years
Information for all courses offered by Cilfa
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- €50
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students but has to be returned to the school at end of course.
- Comments about courses
Membership (mandatory): EUR 20
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 08 May 2026, 14 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 14 Jul 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 01 Nov 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 06 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 08 May 2027, 14 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 14 Jul 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 01 Nov 2027, 11 Nov 2027, 25 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Cinéclub or bookclub: Speaking about a french movie or book (on students demand)
- "Cuisine du monde" : Sharing dishes from all over the world with music and dance
- Picnic near the lake
- Pétanque tournaments, typical French game
- Table tennis tournament Adults - Paid activities
- - La Cilfacyclette : A cycling tour around the mountains by the cycle tracks in 4 days (EUR 150)
Activities included in the activities package:
- Citygame in Historical center of Annecy
- “Café voyages” : presentations and discussions about travelling
- Cheese and wine tasting
- Mountain hike (by foot or with snowshoes depending on the season)
- Meals, Local gastronomy tasting
- guided visits of historical monuments (castle, etc.)
- French movies at the cinema or Film Festival
- Cook and taste a French recipe
- cruise on the Lake
- Visit of a cheese farm
- Cultural events (theater, music, etc.)
- Bicycle tour along Lake Annecy with discussion of cycling in France and abroad
- Visit to a natural site in Annecy’s surroundings - Video about leisure activities at Cilfa Annecy
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 3 km |
| Baseball | | 2 km |
| Basketball | | 2 km |
| Cooking | | - |
| Dancing | | 2 km |
| Diving | | 2 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 3 km |
| Golf | | 10 km |
| Horse riding | | 5 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 3 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 17 km |
| Music | | 2 km |
| Rugby | | 3 km |
| Sailing | | 2 km |
| Skiing | | 17 km |
| Squash | | 2 km |
| Swimming | | 3 km |
| Table Tennis | | - |
| Tennis | | 1 km |
| Volleyball | | 2 km |
| Windsurfing | | 2 km |
| Yoga | | - |
Accommodation
Bernard Chevron Residence
In high demand!
3 ratings Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
€214/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 214 | 342 | 363 | 438 | -- | -- | -- | 884 | -- | 1326 | -- | 20 |
| Price in US$ | 248 | 396 | 420 | 507 | 1,022 | 1,533 | 24 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Friday to Friday
Price per room
EUR 20 fee covering accommodation administration and insurance fee per stay.
Fees might vary depending on season and other factors, final price will be confirmed.
Check-in: 09:00-12:00/14:00-17:30 or with the nightkeeper 21:00-00:00.
Check out: To be organised with the manager onsite.
- Check-in
- Friday 9:00-18:00
- Check-out
- Friday 9:00-18:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €300 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20€.
- Price extra night
- €15 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (supplement fee), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Homestay
1 rating Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
€300/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 300 | 465 | 630 | 840 | -- | -- | -- | 1680 | -- | 2520 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 347 | 538 | 729 | 972 | 1,943 | 2,914 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 14:00-20:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Homestay
1 rating Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
€245/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 245 | 350 | 480 | 640 | -- | -- | -- | 1280 | -- | 1920 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 284 | 405 | 555 | 740 | 1,480 | 2,220 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-20:00
- Check-out
- Saturday 14:00-20:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- €37 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Jean Monnet Residence
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€155/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | 310 | -- | 620 | -- | -- | -- | 1240 | -- | 1860 | -- | 20 |
| Price in US$ | 359 | 717 | 1,434 | 2,151 | 24 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Friday to Friday
Price per person
EUR 20 fee covering accommodation administration and insurance fee per stay.
Fees might vary depending on season and other factors, final price will be confirmed.
- Check-in
- Friday 9:00-18:00
- Check-out
- Friday 9:00-18:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of €300 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20€.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Marquisats Residence Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
€122/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | -- | -- | -- | 486 | -- | -- | -- | 972 | -- | 1458 | -- | 20 |
| Price in US$ | 562 | 1,124 | 1,686 | 24 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
EUR 20 fee covering accommodation administration and insurance fee per stay.
Fees might vary depending on season and other factors, final price will be confirmed.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 20€.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
FAQ about Cilfa, Annecy
Is the school part of the Erasmus+ programme?
Is the school part of the Erasmus+ programme?
How long is the Summer French Course 20?
I live not far from Annecy and would like to have one-to-one lessons for 1.5 hours twice a week. Can you provide a Russian-speaking French teacher?
Which countries are students of Cilfa from?
Cilfa offers courses for which ages?
Terms of Cilfa
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school



- Legal name/parent company
- CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE LANGUE FRANCAISE D’ANNECY(CILFA) | Tax registration ID: SIRET: 423 959 394 00010
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 1 €
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes









15 language lessons and 5 hours of outside activities.