Can I learn French at Berlitz Marseille as a complete beginner?

Yes. Complete beginners start at level A1, and the first lesson is already held in French. Your trainer works with gestures, objects and rephrasing rather than translation, which is why no prior knowledge is needed.

Where exactly is Berlitz Marseille?

The centre is at 146 rue Paradis, 13006 Marseille. Its phone number is +33 4 91 14 31 10.

Are lessons only in the centre?

No. Online lessons follow the same method with the same trainers, and many learners at Marseille combine the two: in the centre when their week allows, online when it does not.

With a level assessment, which is a conversation rather than a test, and which commits you to nothing. The programme and the cost are proposed after it.

French courses in Marseille

Beginners are the rule here.

Berlitz Marseille teaches French to adults who did not grow up with the language: people who have just arrived, people who work here in English, and people preparing to move.

Contact Berlitz Marseille The Berlitz Method

A street scene in Marseille, near the centre.

5on Google, from 184 reviews
11centres across France
1878the method, unchanged
A1 – C2levels, from beginner up

Practical

Getting to Berlitz Marseille.

The centre is at 146 rue Paradis, 13006 Marseille. You can call it on +33 4 91 14 31 10.

Calling ahead is worth the two minutes: it means someone is expecting you, and the level assessment can often be arranged in the same conversation.

What is taught here

French, in four formats.

One to one, built around your job, your level and your schedule.
Small groups at your level, in the centre.
Intensive, over full days, for people with a deadline or a short stay.
Online, from anywhere, including before you arrive in France.

What learners say

Reviews of Berlitz Marseille.

Left on Google by learners at this centre, translated from French.

I recommend 100%! From the first contact to enrolment, through the welcome, the follow-up and of course the lessons, everything was perfect! Smooth, simple, pleasant, friendly, warm and enriching are the words that best describe my course with Berlitz! Special thanks to Isabelle, William, Erica and Tom for their patience and professionalism! Thank you so much to all four of you. I wish you all the best for the future. Take good care of yourselves.

Laetitia Montoya · Review of Marseille · 2026-08 · Translated from French Google

Hello everybody… (for me it was English lessons, so!!). From the welcome to the teachers from various countries and backgrounds, it was a real pleasure doing this course of more than 30 hours in Marseille (or remotely by video). Lots of understanding, flexibility and patience to help you progress effectively in a warm and caring atmosphere. Thanks a lot, you did a good job.

Jouille · Review of Marseille · 2026-07 · Translated from French Google

The best way to learn a language is total immersion. With Berlitz, you are one-to-one with a native-speaking teacher you have chosen. The school is welcoming, the staff and teachers attentive, and they come down to your level to support you. It's perfect for making progress.

steph L · Review of Marseille · 2026-07 · Translated from French Google

The welcome at BERLITZ – Marseille was absolutely perfect! I was received by a secretary of great kindness, always very competent, but also smiling, warm and sunny, with that little kind word that already makes you want to come back before the lessons have even started. My English lessons were of exceptional quality, fully tailored thanks to the one-to-one format. And yet I had very particular requests, notably around unusual themes that were sometimes difficult to approach. My main teacher, and their colleagues too, were truly exceptional. The atmosphere combined seriousness, the pleasure of learning and many moments of relaxation and laughter, which made every lesson motivating and lively. An extremely positive human and educational experience, which I recommend without the slightest hesitation.

Claudia Ammermann · Review of Marseille · 2026-05 · Translated from French Google

The place is ideally located in the city centre, very bright, with perfectly equipped rooms. The welcome is warm and professional. The learning method is clear, structured and effective: it lets you progress quickly by learning vocabulary and by speaking. The lessons are dynamic, with a good balance between theory and practice, which helps you gain confidence in speaking. My teacher was attentive and knew how to adapt the pace to my needs. A really conclusive experience for me. I highly recommend it!

Marie D · Review of Marseille · 2026-04 · Translated from French Google

Very happy with this week of English immersion at the Berlitz Marseille centre. I really appreciated the kindness and professionalism of the teaching team and the administrative staff. I recommend Berlitz without hesitation!

Nathalie Lefebvre · Review of Marseille · 2026-04 · Translated from French Google

French courses in Marseille: common questions

Can I learn French at Berlitz Marseille as a complete beginner?: Yes. Complete beginners start at level A1, and the first lesson is already held in French. Your trainer works with gestures, objects and rephrasing rather than translation, which is why no prior knowledge is needed.
Where exactly is Berlitz Marseille?: The centre is at 146 rue Paradis, 13006 Marseille. Its phone number is +33 4 91 14 31 10.
Are lessons only in the centre?: No. Online lessons follow the same method with the same trainers, and many learners at Marseille combine the two: in the centre when their week allows, online when it does not.
How do I start?: With a level assessment, which is a conversation rather than a test, and which commits you to nothing. The programme and the cost are proposed after it.

Start at Berlitz Marseille.

Tell us your level, when you would like to start, and what you need French for. If you have no level at all, say that: it is the most common answer.