SCHWARZSEE
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Important notice for parents:
We kindly request all parents to thoroughly explore and read through our website to ensure you have all the necessary information. We have provided comprehensive details about our programs, activities, and policies to answer most of your questions.
Please take the time to review everything carefully. If, after doing so, you find that something is not clear or you have further questions, feel free to contact us. We're here to help, but your understanding of the provided information will streamline our communication and allow us to assist you more efficiently.
Also, please check your email spam folders regularly, during your child's stay at our camps.
Thank you for your cooperation!
We kindly request all parents to thoroughly explore and read through our website to ensure you have all the necessary information. We have provided comprehensive details about our programs, activities, and policies to answer most of your questions.
Please take the time to review everything carefully. If, after doing so, you find that something is not clear or you have further questions, feel free to contact us. We're here to help, but your understanding of the provided information will streamline our communication and allow us to assist you more efficiently.
Also, please check your email spam folders regularly, during your child's stay at our camps.
Thank you for your cooperation!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- CONTACT CAMP LEADERFor urgent questions or problems, you can reach our camp leader directly on site at the following number (also available via WhatsApp):
- Camp leader English Camp: (+41) 079 574 64 21
- Camp leader Intensive Bilingual Camp: (+41) 079 577 89 61
Important: Please note that the camp leader phone will only be available from Sunday, 19 July onwards. Our office is open from Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00. For urgent matters from
19 July onwards, you may contact the camp leader directly. - WHATSAPP GROUP FOR PARENTSFor each camp location, we have a WhatsApp group where we regularly share photos, videos and updates.
WhatsApp group link: click here - CAMP RULESWe will also go through these rules verbally with the participants on Sunday evening after dinner. We want everyone to have a great time together, and if we all follow these rules, a fun and relaxed camp experience for everyone is guaranteed!
- Mobile phones and electronic devices are only allowed at specific times
- Strict prohibition of alcohol, drugs, vapes and smoking
- Leaving the camp is only allowed with permission from the camp leader and in groups
- Quiet hours from 10:00 pm, leaving the camp during the night is forbidden
- Swimming is only allowed under supervision
- Video surveillance in some public areas (for security reasons)
- Please do not bring Nintendo consoles or similar devices
- Respectful behaviour towards others, the facilities and the equipment
- Keep rooms tidy, strict prohibition of fire
- Valuables can be stored safely
- Mutual consideration during meals
The full set of camp rules will be sent by email approximately 1–2 weeks before the start of the camp.
ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE & MEETING POINTS
SCHWARZSEE CAMP ADDRESS
Campus Schwarzsee
Seestrasse 119
1716 Schwarzsee
Switzerland
GOOGLE MAPS LINK Seestrasse 119
1716 Schwarzsee
Switzerland
Link for joining the WhatsApp group: click here
All important information about arrival & departure at a glance:
Arrival by car:
Please arrive at the camp address on Sunday between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. We kindly ask you not to arrive earlier, as the team is still busy with preparations before this time. If an earlier arrival is exceptionally necessary, please contact us in advance.
Individual arrival by public transport, bus stop “Schwarzsee, Campus”:
The bus stop is located only about 200 metres from the campus, and the camp can easily be reached on foot from there. If you would still like to be picked up from the bus stop, please contact us at least 3 days in advance.
Please arrive at the camp address on Sunday between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. We kindly ask you not to arrive earlier, as the team is still busy with preparations before this time. If an earlier arrival is exceptionally necessary, please contact us in advance.
Individual arrival by public transport, bus stop “Schwarzsee, Campus”:
The bus stop is located only about 200 metres from the campus, and the camp can easily be reached on foot from there. If you would still like to be picked up from the bus stop, please contact us at least 3 days in advance.
Most participants depart on Saturday after the full-day excursion.
Possible Departure Options
Accompanied Train Transfer to Zurich or Bern after the Full-Day Excursion on Saturday
Participants travel back together with our staff members.
Pick-up by Parents
Pick-up is possible at the following times:
Under the section “Weekly Programme” further below, you will find information about the planned full-day excursions. The exact meeting point and time will be confirmed again by email each Thursday during the camp week.
IMPORTANT: The Schwarzsee English Camp and the Schwarzsee Intensive Bilingual Camp take part in different excursions.
Individual Departure by Public Transport
Please let us know your departure time and we will gladly accompany you to the bus stop or nearest train station.
Luggage
Participants’ luggage will be transported separately by car or bus. There is no need to carry luggage during the excursion.
Important Notice
Please make sure to arrive on time for pick-up. In case of delays of more than 30 minutes, we reserve the right to charge additional transport and supervision costs.
Possible Departure Options
Accompanied Train Transfer to Zurich or Bern after the Full-Day Excursion on Saturday
Participants travel back together with our staff members.
Pick-up by Parents
Pick-up is possible at the following times:
- Friday after lunch from approximately 1:30 pm (13h30) at the camp
- Saturday morning before the excursion from approximately 9:30 am (09h30) at the camp
- Saturday afternoon after the excursion from approximately 4:00 pm (16h00) at the respective excursion meeting point
Under the section “Weekly Programme” further below, you will find information about the planned full-day excursions. The exact meeting point and time will be confirmed again by email each Thursday during the camp week.
IMPORTANT: The Schwarzsee English Camp and the Schwarzsee Intensive Bilingual Camp take part in different excursions.
Individual Departure by Public Transport
Please let us know your departure time and we will gladly accompany you to the bus stop or nearest train station.
Luggage
Participants’ luggage will be transported separately by car or bus. There is no need to carry luggage during the excursion.
Important Notice
Please make sure to arrive on time for pick-up. In case of delays of more than 30 minutes, we reserve the right to charge additional transport and supervision costs.
Arrival at the camp takes place on Sundays from Zurich or Bern, and the return journey takes place on Saturdays back to Zurich or Bern. Participants travel together with our staff members and other camp participants to Schwarzsee.
Meeting Points
You can find the information about the meeting points in Zurich and Bern here:
Booking & Late Registration
Important Information
Meeting Points
You can find the information about the meeting points in Zurich and Bern here:
- Meeting Point Zurich – Schwarzsee
- Meeting Point Bern – Schwarzsee
Booking & Late Registration
- If the accompanied train transfer was already booked during registration, no further registration is required.
- A later booking is possible until Friday, 4:00 pm before the start of the camp at the latest. Please use our online form for this purpose: Accompanied Train Transfer Form
Important Information
- Unfortunately, later bookings cannot be accepted.
- For last-minute changes or rebookings within 5 days before the start of the camp, an administration fee of CHF 50 will be charged.
- The exact return travel times on Saturday will be confirmed by email each Thursday during the camp week.
All information regarding airport transfers, meeting points and prices can be found on our separate information page: Airport Transfer Information
Late bookings may be possible depending on availability. Please contact us as early as possible.
Late bookings may be possible depending on availability. Please contact us as early as possible.
PACKING LIST
Less carrying, more fun!
Please pack your luggage in a compact and easy-to-carry way – ideally in a small suitcase or backpack. This will make it easier for you to carry, leave more space in the rooms and also help us with organising and transporting the luggage (especially if you booked the accompanied train transfer).
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- IMPORTANT
o ID/Passport (original)
o health insurance card (copy)
o special medicine (if needed) - 2. HYGIENEo 2 towels (1 bath towel & 1 space-saving microfiber towel, if available)
o shampoo & shower gel
o toothbrush & toothpaste
o toiletries
o paper handkerchiefs - 3. CLOTHES AND SHOESo hiking shoes / waterproof shoes
o sneakers / trainers
o slippers
o pants, long & short
o t-shirts & sweaters
o underwear, socks & pyjamas
o rain jacket (for bad weather)
o sportswear and sports shoes
o swimwear or bikini/swimsuit
o plastic bags for dirty laundry
We recommend labelling clothing and personal belongings with names so that lost items can be identified more easily. - 4. CLASSo writing utensils
o notebook for new words
o maybe dictionary
o maybe schoolbooks / copies of old exams (e.g., for the intensive course) - 5. SPORT & FREE TIMEo sunglasses
o sun protection (sun cream), after sun
o small backpack
o wrist watch
o reusable waterbottle
o pocket money (around 50 CHF
per week for snacks, refreshments, souvenirs etc.) - 6. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
-> only if already pre-booked!
DANCE WORKSHOP
o enough sportswear and good sneakers
WEEKLY PROGRAMME & ACTIVITIES
All important information about the camp week at a glance:
ON SUNDAY AFTER YOUR ARRIVAL
MONDAY - FRIDAY
Approximate Daily Schedule
SATURDAYS
Every Saturday, we organise a full-day excursion. After breakfast, we head off to visit one of the attractions in the region. We return to the camp in time for dinner.
SUNDAYS
If you are staying at the camp for more than one week, Sundays are usually more relaxed. After breakfast, we tidy up the rooms together for the new arrivals. Afterwards, you will have free time and can join optional activities or spend time with your new friends.
From 5:00 pm onwards, the new participants arrive. Of course, you may also spend time with your parents or receive visitors during the weekend – but most participants find it more exciting to continue enjoying the camp together with the other teenagers 😉
- 6:30 pm: Welcome and introduction round
- 7:15 pm: Dinner
- 8:15 pm: Placement test
- 10:00 pm: Bedtime
MONDAY - FRIDAY
Approximate Daily Schedule
- 8:30 am: Breakfast
- 9:00 am – 12:30 pm: Language lessons
- 10:30 am – 11:00 am: Break with snacks and fruit
- 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm: Lunch
- 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Tidying rooms and free time
- 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Afternoon activities
- 6:45 pm – 7:30 pm: Dinner
- 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Evening programme
- 10:00 pm: Bedtime
SATURDAYS
Every Saturday, we organise a full-day excursion. After breakfast, we head off to visit one of the attractions in the region. We return to the camp in time for dinner.
SUNDAYS
If you are staying at the camp for more than one week, Sundays are usually more relaxed. After breakfast, we tidy up the rooms together for the new arrivals. Afterwards, you will have free time and can join optional activities or spend time with your new friends.
From 5:00 pm onwards, the new participants arrive. Of course, you may also spend time with your parents or receive visitors during the weekend – but most participants find it more exciting to continue enjoying the camp together with the other teenagers 😉
Depending on the camp booked, we offer different camp activities taking place during the afternoons:
Regular Workshops
Every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, we offer various workshops and activities that are already included in the camp price.
Optional Activities:
If you would like to book one of these afternoon activities at short notice (subject to an additional fee), please feel free to contact us.
IMPORTANT: The different activities cannot be combined with each other.
Regular Workshops
Every Monday and Wednesday afternoon, we offer various workshops and activities that are already included in the camp price.
Optional Activities:
- Conversation / Intensive Course (in the English Camp)
- Conversation / Intensive Course (in the Intensive Bilingual Camp)
- Dance Workshop (in English)
If you would like to book one of these afternoon activities at short notice (subject to an additional fee), please feel free to contact us.
IMPORTANT: The different activities cannot be combined with each other.
During the camp week, we organise various full-day excursions in the region and sometimes also to nearby countries. Excursions may vary depending on the week, weather conditions and availability.
The exact meeting point and the return times for Saturday departures will be confirmed by email each Thursday. Please also check your SPAM folder.
Planned Excursions – Summer 2026 ENGLISH CAMP SCHWARZSEE
25.07 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
01.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
08.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
Planned Excursions – Summer 2026 INTENSIV BILINGUAL CAMP SCHWARZSEE
25.07 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
01.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
08.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
Important Notice
Please make sure to arrive on time for pick-up. In case of delays of more than 30 minutes, we reserve the right to charge additional transport and supervision costs.
The exact meeting point and the return times for Saturday departures will be confirmed by email each Thursday. Please also check your SPAM folder.
Planned Excursions – Summer 2026 ENGLISH CAMP SCHWARZSEE
25.07 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
01.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
08.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
Planned Excursions – Summer 2026 INTENSIV BILINGUAL CAMP SCHWARZSEE
25.07 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
01.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
08.08 – Natural History Museum & Zurich Rally
Departure meeting point: Zurich main station
Important Notice
Please make sure to arrive on time for pick-up. In case of delays of more than 30 minutes, we reserve the right to charge additional transport and supervision costs.
ATTENTION: This is only an EXAMPLE of a weekly schedule. The final program will be communicated on Sunday evening. Please note: Changes may occur, for example due to bad weather or emergencies.
CAMP AGREEMENT & FORM
1
READ THE CAMP RULES
You will receive a link to a form by email. Please read the rules together with your child/children — it is important that they are aware of them!
2
COMLETE THE FORM
Please make sure to fill in all the required fields in the form before submitting it. The form must be submitted no later than Wednesday evening before the start of the camp!
3
PACK UP!
Everything's prepared - all we need to do is go through the packing list, just to be on the safe side.