Arts Camp
Braunwald
Key points
● Creative and innovative camp
● Alpine Location
● German, French and English courses in the morning
● Small class size (6 in average)
● Exciting art projects on 3 afternoons
School details
Levels: A1-Beginner to C2-Proficient
Accommodation: 4-6 bed room - shared bathroom, 4-6 Bed room - private bathroom, 2-Bed room - private bathroom
More accommodationsArrival : on Sunday
Departure: On Saturday (for children without airport transfer) or on Sunday (for children who have booked an airport transfer for the return journey)
Age range: 8 - 17 Years
Features
Full board
Certificates
Computer
Learn a language, create something you'll be proud of, at the friLingue Arts Camp!
This summer, the Language & Arts Camp takes place in Braunwald, in the canton of Glarus, Switzerland. Come and spend a week where language learning and artistic creation come together in a car-free mountain village, far from noise and screens. This camp is designed for young people aged 8 to 17 who want to make real progress in a language while unleashing their creativity. A level assessment is carried out on arrival, and all levels are welcome, from complete beginners to more advanced learners.
What's waiting for you?
Morning language classes: participants take English, German or French classes in small groups of 6 students. Groups are formed according to each person's level, so that everyone makes genuine progress. Classes are lively, interactive, and designed to make you want to speak.
Art workshops three times a week: in small groups guided by a dedicated art teacher, each participant freely chooses what they want to work on:
- Painting and drawing: explore colours, shapes and styles, from quick sketches to large compositions.
- Mosaic and pottery: work with materials, assemble, shape and create unique pieces with your hands.
- Creative writing: invent stories, characters and worlds. Language becomes a tool for creation.
- And many other options depending on the group's interests.
Throughout the week, a collective art project runs as a common thread. It culminates at the end of the stay in a group exhibition, where every participant proudly presents what they have made.
Excursions three times a week: the Glarus region is full of discoveries. Over the course of the week, the group heads out to explore hiking paths in the beautiful Swiss Alps, museums and more.
Evening activities: every evening, the whole camp gathers for campfire nights, games and shared moments that create the kind of memories people talk about for years.
Why choose the friLingue Arts Camp?
- A camp built on a human scale: at friLingue, we believe in keeping things small and family-spirited. The camp leader knows every child by name. No one is just a face in the crowd.
- An exceptional setting: a car-free mountain village in the canton of Glarus, where children have the space to breathe, create and grow in confidence.
Real language progress: six students per group, an attentive teacher, and a full week to dare to speak.
- The freedom to create: the art workshops are an open, judgement-free space where everyone explores at their own pace and follows their own interests.
- Everything included: accommodation, meals, workshops and excursions. All that is left to do is pack a bag.
Join us for a week of language, creativity and new friendships at the friLingue Language & Arts Camp. Whether your child is passionate about art, curious to learn a new language, or simply looking for an unforgettable summer adventure, this camp is made for them.
- Camp Duration:
- 1 - 4 Weeks
- Levels:
- A1-Beginner to C2-Proficient
- Age group:
- Juniors
- Start dates:
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Summer
05.07 / 12.07 / 19.07 / 26.07.2026
Arts & German courses
- Language Courses:
- German
- About this camp:
Small groups of 6 participants in average create an efficient learning environment that is catered towards the individual.
The language classes take place from Monday to Friday from 9 - 12.30 am. The art workshop in english takes place 3x in the afternoon (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). The focus of the workshop will be on the relationship between Art history, its different currents and expressions, and the innovative active linguistic projects that can be mobilized in our practices.
- 20 language lessons (15 hours) per week
- young, highly motivated teachers
- communication and practical language usage at the core of the syllabus;
- small class sizes (6 students in average) so that each student can be helped individually.
- Our teachers use modern methods such as role play, theater, games and audiovisual tools.
The focus lies on Communication skills and modern language usage.
Also included in this price:
- full-board accommodation
- activities and excursions
- 24-hour supervision
Arts & English courses
- Language Courses:
- English
- About this camp:
Small groups of 6 participants in average create an efficient learning environment that is catered towards the individual.
The language classes take place from Monday to Friday from 9 - 12.30 am. The art workshop in english takes place 3x in the afternoon (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). The focus of the workshop will be on the relationship between Art history, its different currents and expressions, and the innovative active linguistic projects that can be mobilized in our practices.
- 20 language lessons (15 hours) per week
- young, highly motivated teachers
- communication and practical language usage at the core of the syllabus;
- small class sizes (6 students in average) so that each student can be helped individually.
- Our teachers use modern methods such as role play, theater, games and audiovisual tools.
The focus lies on Communication skills and modern language usage.
Also included in this price:
- full-board accommodation
- activities and excursions
- 24-hour supervision
Arts & French courses
- Language Courses:
- French
- About this camp:
Small groups of 6 participants in average create an efficient learning environment that is catered towards the individual.
The language classes take place from Monday to Friday from 9 - 12.30 am. The art workshop in english takes place 3x in the afternoon (Monday, Wednesday and Friday). The focus of the workshop will be on the relationship between Art history, its different currents and expressions, and the innovative active linguistic projects that can be mobilized in our practices.
- 20 language lessons (15 hours) per week
- young, highly motivated teachers
- communication and practical language usage at the core of the syllabus;
- small class sizes (6 students in average) so that each student can be helped individually.
- Our teachers use modern methods such as role play, theater, games and audiovisual tools.
The focus lies on Communication skills and modern language usage.
Also included in this price:
- full-board accommodation
- activities and excursions
- 24-hour supervision
Our accommodation options at the Adrenalin Backpackers Hotel are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, ensuring a delightful stay for your child.
The Adrenalin Backpackers Hotel awaits you on a sunny terrace in the Glarus Alps with the most beautiful views! The common room offers a lot of space where we can learn, play, dance, laugh and do much more together. We also have a common room with a pool table, soccer box and it will certainly never be boring!
For those who love the camaraderie of group living, our spacious 4-6 bedroom rooms with shared bathrooms provide a vibrant and social atmosphere where campers can bond and create lasting connections. Alternatively, if privacy is preferred, our 4-6 bedroom rooms with private bathrooms offer a more intimate setting while still accommodating a small group.
For families or close-knit friends, our 2-bedroom rooms with private bathrooms provide a cozy and homely space to relax and unwind. For those seeking their own private sanctuary, our single rooms with private bathrooms offer a tranquil retreat where campers can rest and recharge. We also offer dormitory-style rooms with shared bathrooms, perfect for fostering new friendships and building a strong sense of community.
Whichever room type you choose, rest assured that your child's comfort and safety are our utmost priority.
This is a SAMPLE programme. Activities and excursions change every week.
LANGUAGE CLASSES
Classes take place every morning, Monday to Friday. Participants are placed in small groups of no more than 6 students, based on their level assessed on arrival through a short oral test. All levels are welcome, from complete beginners to more advanced learners. Each participant chooses their language: English, German or French. Classes are lively, interactive and designed to make you want to speak. No passive memorisation here: learning happens through doing, exchanging and daring to try.
ART WORKSHOPS
Three times a week, the afternoon is given over to creation. In small groups guided by a dedicated art teacher, each participant freely chooses what they want to work on: painting, drawing, mosaic, pottery, creative writing… The workshops are an open, judgement-free space where everyone progresses at their own pace. Throughout the week, a collective project runs as a common thread and culminates in a final exhibition presented to the whole camp.
EXCURSIONS
Three times a week, including a full day on Saturday, the group heads out to explore the region. The canton of Glarus has a wide variety of outings to offer. Here are some examples of what awaits you: breathtaking hikes near Braunwald, a visit to the Lindt chocolate factory, a trip to the Landesplattenberg Engi fossil slate quarry, a nature exploration at the Glarnerland Nature Centre, a relaxing soak in a thermal spa, swimming at Lake Walenstadt, laser tag in the forest… These are examples only: the excursion programme changes every week depending on the weather and availability, so that each stay is a unique experience.
EVENING ACTIVITIES
The evenings are the highlight of the week. Every night, the whole camp comes together for a shared activity: sports tournament, games night, campfire and guitar songs, karaoke night, barbecue, outdoor movie, werewolf game… The programme shown here is just an example. Evening activities change every week, and it is often during these moments that the best memories of the stay are made.
SPECIAL DIET (gluten free, lactose free...): 100 CHF
EXTRA WEEK
For all participants who spontaneously decide during the camp to extend their stay for one week: from 800 CHF
LAUNDRY SERVICE (only available for bookings of 2 weeks or more): 40 CHF
In special cases, we offer a laundry service for stays of only 1 week. Please contact us by email or phone.
CHECK-IN ASSISTANCE: 40 CHF
We accompany you to the check-in desk, providing guidance and assistance. Please note, that our service ends at the desk, ensuring a smooth handoff before processing. This service is only available if you book a departure transfer.
AIRPORT TRANSFER (for participants coming from abroad):
Please note that air tickets are not included in the price.
1. Zurich: every Sunday - 150 CHF per trip.
Arrival between 10.00 and 16.00.
Departure between 12.00 and 18.00.
Transfers on Sunday outside theses hours - 400 CHF each way
Transfers any time between Monday and Saturday - 500 CHF each way
friLingue offers an UNACCOMPANIED MINOR SERVICE at the cost of 100 CHF each way for incoming minor students. Please check your airline's age restriction guidelines. You may find further information on the Unaccompanied Minor Service by clicking on the following link: here.
TRANSFER BY TRAIN FROM ZURICH OR BERN:
(for Swiss participants)
A member of our team waits for the participants in Zurich or Bern (each time at the main train station) and takes them to the camp along with other children and teenagers (by bus or train). At the end of the week, the participants are accompanied back to Zurich or Bern (again, to the main train station) until their parents (or another adult designed by the parents) wait for them.
Price (per way): 40 CHF from or to Zurich, 60 CHF from or to Bern (price includes the train ticket)
Price (per way) for participants with a General Abonnement (GA): 25 CHF from or to Zurich, 25 CHF from or to Bern.
Please note that for any late change (10 days before the camps or less) after booking this service (cancellation or other destination), friLingue will have to charge administration fees (40 CHF).
ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES
Arrivals are on Sundays between 5 and 6pm at the chalet where friendly members of our staff will be waiting to welcome you and show you to your room. Departures are every Saturday after the excursion between 3.30 and 4pm at the train station of that week's excursion location. The exact time and location will be confirmed by the camp leader during the week. It is also possible for parents or guardians to collect their children directly from the camp either on Friday evening or on Saturday morning before 10am, we just kindly ask that you notify the camp leader in advance.
