Intercultural exchange: Cafe Sprachbrücke in Forst!

Intercultural exchange: Cafe Sprachbrücke in Forst!

In Forst (Lausitz) there is a special place for everyone who wants to improve their German skills and make new friends at the same time: this Café Sprachbrücke. Intercultural exchange is a priority here on the last Wednesday of every month from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The offer is aimed at people who want to practice and consolidate the German language in a protected environment.

The café is organized by a colorful mix of full-time and volunteer people from forestry and beyond who come from different backgrounds. A group of German native speakers in particular enriches these meetings and ensures that the participants are supported in a variety of ways. Here you can not only practice the language, but also chat about a wide variety of topics, which makes the atmosphere pleasantly relaxing.

Regular meetings and open doors

If you would like to take part in the next meeting, you should check it outJanuary 28, 2026mark it on your calendar. The month of December is excluded from the regular rhythm, in which the event takes place on December 9th. takes place so that participants do not have to miss out on valuable contacts and exchanges even in the cold season.

The Café Sprachbrücke in Hamburg has set up something similar and has been offering its services since 2013. Here, adult immigrants also have the opportunity to practice German in relaxed conversation groups - without the pressure of formal lessons. The meetings take place at various locations in Hamburg, and since the end of 2023 they have also been mobile to reach even more people. The positive response from participants about the support from volunteers speaks for itself.

German as the key to integration

The promotion of the German language not only has a high priority in Forst and Hamburg, but is also part of a broader German foreign policy strategy. Like that Foreign Office reports, German as a foreign language plays a central role in cultural and social policy. It serves to bind people to Germany in the long term and to convey a modern image of the country. The support ranges from language lessons at schools to scholarships and non-university language learning opportunities.

The demand for German is on the rise worldwide, especially in regions where Germany is considered an attractive work and study destination. The publication “German as a Foreign Language Worldwide” offers a deep insight into the global situation and underlines the importance of the German language for integration and exchange.

So take the chance to take part in Café Sprachbrücke or similar events and become part of a lively community that combines learning the language with a lot of joy and commitment.