Language learning for adults

Multilingualism is ubiquitous in Luxembourg, whether in everyday life or at work. No matter the situation, you should expect to speak a different language or be addressed in a language other than your native tongue.

To integrate as effectively as possible in Luxembourg, it is important to speak several languages. And proficiency in foreign languages is a genuine policy priority aimed at integrating newcomers as quickly as possible. Those interested in learning new languages have every resource at their disposal to do so.

A wide range of language learning providers in Luxembourg

The range of language courses available in Luxembourg is very extensive, whether through public integration agencies or private institutions.

The INLL, a key player in language learning

The National Institute of Languages of Luxembourg (INLL) is a key player in language learning in Luxembourg. For a very modest annual fee, you can learn up to 8 languages, including Luxembourgish , German, French, Chinese, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese, with certifications included. There’s no excuse not to integrate into Luxembourg’s diverse communities!

Nearly 17,000 registrations were recorded for the 2024–2025 academic year, with a notable increase in national and international certifications (+9.5%).

The INLL is notably the service provider selected by the Employment Development Agency (ADEM) to help job seekers boost their employability through intensive professional language courses (Luxembourgish, German, English, French).

Places at the INLL are in high demand. Be sure to register in advance. Sessions run on a semester basis.

French remains the most popular language, followed by Luxembourgish.

Private providers for language learning in Luxembourg

You will also find many private companies in Luxembourg offering language courses on an individual basis, either inter-company or in-house.

These companies, which specialize in language learning, also typically organize intensive language camps for children during school breaks in French, German, or English.

Although more expensive than the INLL, this option allows you to learn a language more quickly through intensive courses.

Learning Luxembourgish

Learning Luxembourgish is an important step toward local integration.

Luxembourgish is one of the three official languages in Luxembourg. Proficiency in the language is essential for obtaining Luxembourgish citizenship, as this requires passing a written and oral Luxembourgish test.

Here are some basic Luxembourgish phrases to help you integrate more easily.

Training leave to learn Luxembourgish

Do you work in Luxembourg and want to learn Luxembourgish? As an employee, self-employed person, or independent professional, you are eligible for specific paid leave to learn Luxembourgish or improve your proficiency in the language.
This special leave can amount to up to 200 hours over the course of your professional career.

For more information on training leave dedicated to learning Luxembourgish.

Learn Luxembourgish through public institutions

With the aim of integrating their residents, many municipalities in Luxembourg offer Luxembourgish language courses to their residents. Contact your municipality of residence directly for more information.

The City of Luxembourg, for example, offers courses in the Luxembourgish language and culture for adults. These courses are divided into four levels: beginner, intermediate, advanced, and oral proficiency. Classes are held from September to July, twice a week. You can find detailed course content and schedules on the VDL website.

In addition, language courses as part of academic support are offered directly in Luxembourg schools to new expatriate students to facilitate their integration.

Public integration organizations such as ASTI or CLAE also offer courses in Luxembourgish and other official languages to help newcomers integrate into Luxembourg.

Learning Luxembourgish online

There are also many ways to learn Luxembourgish.

Are you planning to move to Luxembourg but are still in your home country? Here’s an excellent way to familiarize yourself with the Luxembourgish language and learn the essentials of conversation. These Luxembourgish courses are not exhaustive.

• Learn Luxembourgish lets you learn Luxembourgish for free through games, quizzes, audio tracks, and videos. To take your learning further, paid one-on-one lessons are available online. Tests on listening and reading comprehension, pronunciation, writing, and translation help improve your language skills in both speaking and writing.
• The Quattropole Luxembourg-Trier-Saarbrücken-Metz website offers e-learning courses in Luxembourgish specifically designed for French or English speakers.

The LOD Luxembourgish dictionary as an app

Looking for a Luxembourgish dictionary to quickly and easily translate a word or phrase? It’s now possible with the LOD (Letzebuerger Online Dictionnaire) dictionary, available as an app on Apple and Google.

You’ll find translations from Luxembourgish to French, Portuguese, German, and English—and vice versa. The dictionary also includes word pronunciations, grammar rules, verb conjugations, and more.

Use it as much as you like to prepare for your citizenship tests!

INLL’s Luxembourgish Learning Platform

The National Institute of Languages of Luxembourg has launched a completely free online platform for learning Luxembourgish.

Available as a downloadable app, the llo.lu platform lets you participate in self-guided Luxembourgish learning activities, including grammar lessons, vocabulary exercises, and fun activities, and more.

Several course levels are available, ranging from beginner levels A1 and A2 initially up to advanced level C1 eventually.

The interfaces are available in English, French, German, Portuguese, and Luxembourgish.

Language Café: learn in a friendly atmosphere!

A fantastic concept that’s cultural, educational, and culinary—all for free—the Language Café lets you learn a language in a very friendly and welcoming way! Plus, you get to meet new people!

Several organizations and venues regularly host language cafés. Among them:

Check the Café des Langues Facebook page for dates and locations—they’re held once a month, usually on the second-to-last Tuesday of the month—and on the day of the event, just sit down at the table of your choice.
You’ll be able to practice French, English, Luxembourgish, German, and Spanish, as well as Arabic, Russian, Chinese, and more... The possibilities are endless! Over a BBQ, tapas, or other treats, you’ll gain not only language skills but also cultural insights and make new friends.

The Maison des associations also organizes language cafés. Check out their Facebook page as well.

ASTI also organizes Language Cafés every last Wednesday of the month at the Drescherhaus Cultural Center in Dommeldange; advance registration is required via email: travcom@asti.lu. You can practice Luxembourgish, French, German, English, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese there. Drinks and childcare are available on-site.

Students interested in adult language courses in Luxembourg may also want to consider housing options for international students in Luxembourg to make their stay easier.