Learn Italian while enjoying a summer by the Adriatic Sea! This Italian Beach Summer Camp in Lignano  welcomes international teenagers aged 14 to 17 for a supervised residential program combining 15 hours of Italian lessons per week, sports, beach activities and cultural excursions. Students live together in a seaside camp with a private beach, swimming pool and on-site staff.

Study abroad Adriatic coast Italy
Age 14 to 17
Language Italian
Accommodation Residence
Dates June 20 to July 17, 2027
Length 2 weeks
From 2,400 EUR
Overview

Why choose this Italian beach summer camp?

This summer camp combines Italian language learning with sports, beach activities, and cultural excursions in Lignano, on Italy's Adriatic coast. Teenagers aged 14 to 17 attend small-group Italian classes while enjoying an international summer camp experience in a supervised residential setting.
Located in a green campus surrounded by pine trees, with access to a private beach and sports facilities, the program allows students to practice Italian, meet teenagers from different countries, and discover Italian culture both inside and outside the classroom.

Highlights
  • Small Italian classes: Maximum 14 students per group.
  • 20 Italian lessons per week: Interactive lessons with qualified language teachers.
  • All language levels: From complete beginners to advanced learners (A1–C1).
  • Beachside campus: Private beach, swimming pool, and sports facilities.
  • Supervised environment: Qualified staff live on campus to provide ongoing support.
  • Cultural excursions: One full-day excursion per week to destinations such as Venice or Verona.

How are Italian language lessons organized?

Students attend 20 group lessons per week, with classes generally taking place in the morning. The program focuses on practical communication through speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities. Lessons take place in small groups of up to 14 students, allowing teachers to encourage participation and interaction.

The courses welcome students from beginner to advanced levels (A1–C1). Students with previous knowledge of Italian complete a written and oral placement test to determine the appropriate class, while complete beginners can start learning Italian from their first lesson. Qualified language teachers use an interactive teaching approach, with opportunities for outdoor lessons in the campus setting. All learning materials are included in the program.
At the end of the course, students receive a certificate indicating the course duration and language level achieved.

What can students expect from the summer camp experience?

The program combines structured language lessons with opportunities to socialize, participate in group activities, and explore the local culture.
Students follow an organized daily schedule, with language lessons generally held in the morning and supervised activities during the afternoon and evening. This balance allows teenagers to develop their communication skills while enjoying time with other international students.
The camp is available for 2 or 4 weeks, giving students the flexibility to choose the length of their summer experience in Italy.

Activities

What activities are offered at the camp?

The camp offers supervised sports, creative workshops, beach activities, and evening entertainment alongside Italian language lessons. Students can participate in different activities based on their interests, with opportunities to socialize with other international teenagers.
The activity program includes:
  • Sports and beach activities
  • Tennis and soccer
  • Beach soccer and beach volleyball
  • Basketball and volleyball
  • Swimming and skating
  • Beach games
  • Creative and social activities
  • Arts and crafts workshops
  • Social media content creation activities
  • Supervised evening walks in Lignano
  • Beach games and group activities
  • Karaoke and outdoor cinema evenings

Each Sunday, the camp staff introduces the weekly activity schedule. The exact activities may vary depending on the week.

What excursions are included in the Italian summer camp?

The program includes one supervised full-day excursion per week, allowing students to discover cultural attractions and destinations beyond Lignano.
Excursion destinations may include:

  • Venice: Explore its historic streets, canals, and landmarks.
  • Verona: Discover the city's Roman history and architecture.
  • Trieste: Visit this Adriatic port city and its historic center.
  • Gardaland: Spend the day at one of Italy's major amusement parks.

Students are accompanied by experienced camp staff throughout the excursions. Destinations depend on the weekly program.


Accommodation

​Where do students stay during the camp?

Students stay at the Bella Italia residential campus in Lignano, located in a green pinewood setting. The campus brings together accommodation, classrooms, dining facilities, and recreational spaces, allowing students to attend lessons and participate in activities within the same residential complex.

What are the rooms and facilities like?

Students share air-conditioned rooms with 3–4 beds and private bathrooms. Room assignments take into account students' age, gender, and nationality.
The accommodation includes:
  • Bed linen, provided and changed weekly.
  • Daily room cleaning.
  • Air conditioning in the bedrooms.
  • On-site assistance from qualified staff.
  • Bath towels and beach towels are not provided, so students should bring their own.

Are meals included in the accommodation?

Yes. The program includes full board, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided daily at the campus restaurant.
Students receive three hot meals per day. On full-day excursions, the camp provides packed lunches instead.

How are students supervised during their stay?

Qualified camp staff live on campus and provide ongoing supervision, assistance, and support throughout the residential program. The camp follows supervision and security rules designed for teenage participants, providing a structured environment during their stay abroad.

Dates

Minimum 2 weeks stay. Arrival on Sunday and departure on Saturday.

  • June 20, 2027
  • June 27, 2027 
  • July 4, 2027 
Procedures

To secure a place at the Italian Beach Summer Camp in Lignano, select your preferred 2027 session and click "Book Now" to submit your pre-booking request.
A $300 deposit is required to reserve your place and is deducted from the total program fee. Once we receive your request, a Nacel educational advisor will assist you with the next steps, including the necessary documents and booking confirmation.

Fees
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Note: 1 lesson = 45 minutes


How to reach Lignano

The nearest airports are:

  • Venice - Marco Polo at about 100 Km from Lignano Sabbiadoro.
  • Trieste - Ronchi dei Legionari at about 60 Km.
  • Treviso - San Giuseppe at about 110 Km.

Transfer Service INCLUDED: from Venice airport  (only on the day of course beginning and end.) 

💰 What's Included in the Price?

  • Italian language tuition: 20 lessons per week and teaching material
  • Full board accommodation: in rooms with 3 - 4 beds and private bathroom
  • Sport & leisure activities: use of sporting facilities, private beach, daily participation in afternoon and evening activities.
  • Excursions: full-day trip once a week.
  • Transfer Service: from Venice airport and Latisana train station. Roundtrip transfers, only on the day of course beginning and course end.
  • Safety and care: each organized activity is attended by our staff.
  • Insurance: each student is insured against accidents and unintentional damages caused to others.

🚫 What's Not Included?

  • ​​Round-trip international airfare 
  • Non compulsory insurances (luggage lost, flight delay etc.) 
  • Visa, passport 
  • Personal expenses and spending money 
  • Medical and Emergency Repatriation insurance: please provide an insurance certificate 
  • Unaccompanied minor service: not included in the fee, available upon request for the additional cost of € 30
  • Application fees (65 EUR)
Deadline
3 months before departure
Eligibility

The camp welcomes teenagers aged 14 to 17, from complete beginners to advanced Italian learners (A1–C1). No previous knowledge of Italian is required.

Students with prior Italian language experience complete a placement test to join a group suited to their level. The program is available for 2 or 4 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

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We recommend €80–100 per week for personal expenses and optional activities.

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