LAL Partner in Ascona - ESL

Would you like to learn Italian, have fun, and enjoy the sun on marvellous beaches? Then Ascona is the perfect place for you! The former fishermen’s village has become one of the most beautiful swimming resorts of the Italian speaking part of Switzerland.

This town tempts with its bright colours, its charm and elegance, and guarantees its visitors a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Go on a shopping tour in the boutiques of the old part of the town, enjoy the sun at the lido, or go for a walk along the wonderful promenades with their palm trees and flowers. Not to forget the art and cultural heritage of this paradise-like place, and the kindness of its inhabitants. Come and live the “Dolce Vita”!

Our school is in a beautiful building and is only few steps away from „the Lago Maggiore“. The inner court of the school was built in the 16th Century and the residence and the sports sites display both modern and historical character. The course centre possesses first-class training and sport facilities: Volleyball, football and basketball places, comfortable and well furnished classrooms (audio and video devices, projector), computer area with free Internet connection, listening, cinema and a games room with table football and other games.

The residence "Casa Sant Amalia", which lies only 200 metres away from the course centre, offers modern double or triple-rooms with Mezzanine and private bathroom. The meals are taken in the Cafeteria.