Learn Italian in the Alps

Do you love the mountains and want to study Italian amid fresh air and pristine nature?

Would you like to discover a region not yet overrun by tourism?

Then you are very welcome in Forni Avoltri .

What?

Every morning, you have three hours of Italian lessons at your level in small groups (2 to 6 people). Not only will you learn to speak more fluently and expand your vocabulary, I will also introduce you to Italian culture and local traditions.

The lessons take place in a cosy and bright room of the library, in the centre of the town. During the break, you can enjoy the beautiful view from the terrace or have a coffee in the bar next door.

Where?

Forni Avoltri is an authentic mountain village at 900 m altitude in the Carnic Alps, in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region. It has a small supermarket, a few hotels and cafés, a pharmacy and a bakery. Those who come here on holiday are mainly looking for peace and nature.

You feel even more ‘away from it all’ in Collina, the hamlet of 40 inhabitants where I myself live, at the foot of Monte Coglians (2780 m), the region's highest mountain.

You can do some great hiking here: from simple walks in the valley to long day trips to mountain huts, lakes and impressive peaks.

Also those who love culture will find lots of things to do. In Forni Avoltri and the surrounding area, there are many interesting museums and you can catch concerts and performances at the most beautiful locations. Nearby Sappada, with its typical wooden houses, is also worth a visit.

Of course, you should also taste the regional dishes and local wines. Have you heard of frico, cjarsons or toc' in braide? That glass of friulano is waiting for you!

I love my new region and am happy to advise you, both for walks and cultural excursions.

When? (2026)

WINTER

2 - 6 February: beginner -> you don’t speak Italian at all

SPRING

13 - 17 April: advanced (B1) -> you studied Italian for 5 to 6 years

SUMMER

June

15 - 19/06: beginner -> you don’t speak Italian at all

22 - 26/06: elementary (A1) -> you studied Italian for 1 to 2 years

July

6 - 10/07: intermediate (A2+) -> you studied Italian for 3 to 4 years

20 - 24/07: advanced (B1) -> you studied Italian for 5 to 6 years

August

3 - 7/08: beginner -> you don’t speak Italian at all

17 – 21/08: elementary (A1) -> you studied Italian for 1 to 2 years

September

31/08 - 4/09: intermediate (A2+) -> you studied Italian for 3 to 4 years

7/09 - 11/09: advanced (B1) -> you studied Italian for 5 to 6 years

Would you rather come to Forni Avoltri some other time?

Send me a message! I’ll be happy to see what I can do for you.

Price

€ 300 (five-day classes, 3 hours a day)

10% discount

if you already booked a course before
if you book with another person
if you book before 31/12/2025

Payment:

€ 90 deposit upon booking
remaining amount 2 weeks before the start of the course

Reviews

“Bergzinnen is the perfect way to learn Italian — amidst the stunning scenery of the Carnic Alps. Griet is a wonderful teacher: professional, experienced, knowledgeable, humorous and friendly. I have never spent a week in a more beautiful place than Forni Avoltri and my Italian, with Griet’s help, has made enormous progress. Thank you, Griet.”

Martin Sheppard
I was one of the first students to have the opportunity to experience Griet's Italian language week in Forni Avoltri. And what a wonderful experience it was! The lessons were fully tailored to the participants. We learned everything about the history and characteristics of the region in an almost playful way, and every lesson flew by. Griet put together a programme that alternated between grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking, and I returned home with a wealth of new knowledge and skills. Every afternoon, there was free time to discover the beautiful nature in the region and go on trips through the mountains. In short, highly recommended for language and nature lovers.

Laurence Delcourt
I had the honour of being one of the first students to take a course in Forni Avoltri, an authentic mountain village, which was a great experience! The lessons perfectly met my needs. I reviewed the grammar points I had requested: concordanza dei tempi, verbi pronominali... It was taught in a fun way, combining written and oral exercises. In just five days, I was able to significantly expand my vocabulary. Griet wants to convey her passion for Italian to others and help them discover her region in a highly interactive way, through both listening and writing exercises. Highly recommended!

Valérie Delhaye

Collina di Forni Avoltri

Accomodation

You are free to arrange your accommodation yourself: do you choose the comfort of a hotel, do you like the space of a flat or do you prefer to stay in a campsite?

I list a few options for you and am happy to help if you have any questions.

In Forni Avoltri

Hotel Al Sole

Flats and rooms for rent at Eugenia

B&B Durmi e Insumiasci

Hotel Scarpone

In Collina (7 km from Forni Avoltri)

Camping Collina

Holiday house in Collina

B&B La casa delle streghe