Learning languages in Girona

The main language in Girona is Catalan, followed by Spanish and English.

Locals speak both Catalan and Spanish, and it's a good idea to learn Catalan to integrate better.

Language schools in Girona

There are 4-5 language academies in Girona. These include:

• EOI Girona (Escola Oficial d’Idiomes). Affordable Spanish & Catalan courses. Recommended by locals for quality teaching. Group classes.
• Up Idioma offers Spanish courses (A1-B1) in Girona.

- Private tutors are also available, but prices vary (e.g., €15/hour for private lessons).

Free Catalan resources

Free Catalan courses are available up to C1 level through public institutions like Consorci per a la Normalització Lingüística (CPNL). These courses include both intensive and non-intensive options, as well as online classes.

There is also Voluntariat per la Llengua, which is a free language buddy program to practice Catalan.

There is a free Catalan conversation group that meets on Saturdays at La Taverna. The group is run by Marc. The Instagram is @conversa_catala_girona. Message Marc via Instagram to ask to become a member of the WhatsApp group

Language exchanges

Girona International Language Exchange. Language exchange every other Thursday at 7 pm at River Girona (Carrer de la Barca 2). Get a sticker with the languages you speak and find someone who speaks the language that you want to practice. See Making_friends_in_Girona for more info about Girona International.