Guide
Learn German.
Apps, translators and German courses in Cologne.
- Duolingo: a game-like app for daily vocabulary and grammar practice, a few minutes a day.
- Falou: an app for practising speaking and pronunciation.
- TutorLily: an AI tutor you chat with to practise German.
- DW Learn German: a free structured course (A1 to C1) from Deutsche Welle.
- DeepL: a very accurate translator, good for letters, emails and forms.
- Google Translate: quick translation of text, signs and menus (use the camera mode). Check important documents with someone who speaks German.
- Courses: the VHS Köln (adult education centre) offers German courses at all levels for a low fee.
- Free courses: TH Köln and the University of Cologne offer free German courses for their enrolled students. Ask your International Office.
Please verify. This guide is based on the experiences of students in our community, not on official or legal advice. Rules, prices and addresses change, so always check the linked official pages before you act.
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Sources: VHS Köln, University of Cologne, TH Köln, Deutsche Welle. Checked November 2026.