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At Escuela Montalbán, we believe that learning Spanish is much more than studying a language — it is about experiencing the culture that surrounds it. That is why we offer our exclusive Spanish and Flamenco packages, a perfect combination of academic learning and artistic expression.

Students follow a Spanish course with 4 daily classes of 45 minutes, focused on improving communication skills, grammar, and fluency in a dynamic and interactive environment. To complete this cultural immersion, the program includes 2 private flamenco dance workshops per week, where students discover one of Spain’s most iconic traditions guided by professional flamenco teachers.

This programme is ideal for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the Spanish language and culture in an authentic, active, and memorable way. Learning Spanish while feeling the rhythm, strength, and emotion of flamenco turns your stay into a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

Learn Spanish and Andalusian Cuisine!
A unique journey through language and gastronomy!

If you've ever dreamed of combining language learning with the experience of immersing yourself in a rich, flavorful culture, we have the perfect offer for you! At our Spanish school in Granada, we invite you to join a unique educational experience that combines two of the most universal passions: Spanish and cooking. Through our Spanish courses with cooking workshops, you’ll improve your Spanish skills while discovering the secrets of Andalusian cuisine.

Our Spanish courses are not limited to just theory. We know that learning a language is much more effective and fun when you can put it into practice. That’s why, in addition to regular Spanish lessons, we offer one-to-one cooking workshops, where you’ll have personalized classes tailored to your pace. Each workshop lasts 3 hours, and you’ll attend twice a week. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn intensively and directly, not only the language but also the traditional culinary delights of our region.

Our workshops take place at CookEle, a cooking school designed for you to enjoy an authentic experience. Here, you won’t just learn how to prepare traditional dishes like salmorejo, shrimp omelette, or flamenquín; you’ll also practice and improve your Spanish in a relaxed and authentic environment. While cooking delicious dishes, you’ll interact in Spanish with your instructor and other participants, allowing you to learn vocabulary related to food, cooking techniques, and local culinary customs.

Whether you're a beginner in Spanish or already have an advanced level, our courses are designed to meet your needs. Plus, the opportunity to explore local culture through food makes learning the language even more exciting and memorable.

If you’re passionate about languages, cooking, and culture, don’t miss out on this unique experience. Come to Granada and immerse yourself fully in both the language and the gastronomy of Andalusia!

For more information and to book your course, feel free to contact us. We can’t wait to welcome you and help you improve your Spanish while enjoying the authentic Andalusian cuisine!

Would you like to improve your Spanish while enjoying nature and practicing ymeour favorite sport? At our Spanish School in Granada, we have the perfect program for you: Spanish courses with climbing. In collaboration with Nevadensis, a leading adventure company in the region, we offer Spanish lessons combined with climbing sessions in the stunning natural parks of Granada.

Why choose this programme?

1. Learn in a fun and practical way: Spanish classes are not limited to the four walls of a classroom. By being in direct contact with nature, each conversation and every word has real context. You will speak Spanish while enjoying the breathtaking views of the mountains and natural parks, enhancing your vocabulary and comprehension in a dynamic way.
2. Expert guides from Nevadensis: Our guides are, who will lead you safely on every climb and help you discover surprising routes. They will also assist you in practicing your Spanish while sharing stories and experiences during the climbs.
3. Discover Granada from a different perspective: Granada is not only known for the Alhambra but also for its beautiful natural parks and mountains, which are perfect for climbing enthusiasts. Our students enjoy climbing routes tailored to all levels, exploring the heart of nature while practicing Spanish in real-life situations.
4. Relaxed and motivating atmosphere: We understand that learning a language can be challenging, but it should also be motivating and fun. Our combination of lessons and climbing offers you a relaxed environment where you can naturally converse in Spanish while enjoying the activity you love.

Testimonials:

"I never thought learning Spanish could be this fun. The climbing lessons in Granada's natural parks helped me improve my Spanish while having an amazing outdoor experience." — Emma from UK

"The program allowed me to meet new people and practice Spanish in real-life situations. Plus, the climbing routes are incredible. It’s a great way to improve my vocabulary and, at the same time, enjoy nature!" — Peter from Austria

If you're interested in combining your passion for climbing with learning Spanish, contact us for more information about schedules, prices, and availability.

After the hot summer now it's time to begin with our fantastic hiking tours. Last week our guide Teresa from Sierra & Sol company accompanied our student Irina to the Acequia Montalbán in Lanjarón (Alpujarra Mountains). 

This route explores the hills and irrigation channels above Lanjarón. The walk is 10.2 km long and takes about 4 hours to complete.

 You need to cross the village of Lanjarón to reach the car park and the start of the walk. The route begins at the Fuente de los Ojos fountain. There is a fairly steep climb to almost 1,200 metres with fantastic views of Lanjarón, the Rules dam and the coast. We also see many chestnut trees, one of the most spectacular being the Castañar de Patatún. We then cross the Lanjarón River and join the Acequia Montalbán. Following the irrigation channel, we pass a couple of waterfalls before descending to Lanjarón and returning to the starting point, passing through the Barrio Hondillo neighbourhood.

The network of trails in the Sierra Nevada National Park attempts to capture the extraordinary variety of landscapes and ecosystems of the mountain massif.

Sierra Nevada is the only Spanish Mediterranean mountain that contains all the bioclimatic levels typical of this region, which gives it a great biodiversity in flora and fauna. The different routes proposed bring us closer to these unique areas.

The trails in the National Park, on the other hand, try to maintain the link between the people and their traditional activities in the mountains. It is a privilege to walk along one of these paths from the municipalities themselves, with their popular architecture perfectly integrated into the landscape, and to observe the ethnological richness of the agricultural uses: terraces, irrigation channels, threshing floors, farmhouses, etc., as we ascend the mountain.

For further information regarding our programme Intensive 20 + Hiking visit our website.

Today our teacher Paco has offered a hiking tour to Prado Negro Village. 

On this route through the heart of the Sierra de Huétor Natural Park we combine the route along the Acequia del Fardes, which starts at the Fuente de los Potros recreational area, with a visit to the Cascadas de Prado Negro waterfalls and to this district of Huétor Santillán. The surroundings are beautiful, among pine, holm oak and gall oak forests and wide meadows, under cliffs with vultures.

The Cascadas de Prado Negro route starts from the Fuente de los Potros recreational area, a great place to spend the day, especially when the summer heat is intense. Leave your car in the car park at the back of the area, next to the children's play area.

From here you just follow the signposted path through a beautiful holm oak forest next to the irrigation channel. This is one of the most beautiful spots in this mountain range.

The mountain range of the Sierra Nevada National Park is situated in Andalusia. More specifically in the province of Granada. With its 3000-meter high peaks, it is one of the most famous mountain ranges in Europe. Sierra Nevada is full of various hiking trails and breathtaking scenery. The Sierra Nevada National Park is a popular tourist destination as it has something for everyone.

One of the best and easiest hike is the "Cañada del Sereno" trail in the Huetor Santillan Natural park.

This trail is long with 12 kilometers. It is well-equipped for groups, as you have benches and shades on the way where you can take a break and rest. If you want to do a picnic you can also do that in an idyllic mountain setting there. Also, there is a water fountain so you do not have to bring a lot of water bottles with you. During the winter the road is snowy but for any other season, it is convenient and great.

Granada is a cultural hot spot and a famous university city. It also has a diverse and exuberant nature. Granada is home to the Sierra Nevada mountain range with more several peaks over 3000m high. At the same time, the proximity to the sea makes possible the existence of warm valleys where, even in winter, the temperatures are mild and the days are sunny. The Alpujarra, on the southern face of the Sierra Nevada, is a region full of beauty with magnificent conditions for hiking.

Enjoy a different kind of holiday, hiking around one of the most beautiful cities in southern Spain: Walk along medieval paths through deep valleys in La Alpujarra, a region full of history south of the Sierra Nevada. Discover the valley of the Güájares, the "hidden garden" of the last Muslim inhabitants of the Nasrid kingdom. Enjoy Granada, a city full of charm and street life.

Throughout the year we offer Spanish & Hiking programmes in cooperation with the company Sierra y Sol.

The Trevenque Peak is one of the most spectacular peaks in the Sierra Nevada Natural Park. The mountain is steep on both sides, but there are several ways up to it’s summit of 2079m

Ascend the peak from Collado Sevilla on the well worn track and the arid badlands in the valley of Las Arenales. Then it’s a climb up to the summit by-passing incredible pinnacles and rock formations. It is steep, but on a simple path where the hands are not really required. The summit is on a steep sided pinnacle with views in all directions as the mountain is isolated.

A return is made initially the same way and then by using the undulating ridge with views to the Cerro Huenes group. This gives better views and is more interesting than the dirt track running alongside.

On our half day tour of today we crossed the sandy gorge below the Trevenque.

The Sierra de Huétor is a Natural Park to the north-east of Granada, which can be accessed directly from the A-92 motorway. We offer the Cañada de Sereno trail often to secondary school groups. It is a great walk with a lovely meadow where you can stop for a picnic half way round. Stone benches with fantastic views mean that there are plenty of places where you can stop for breather.

In October our students from the Sct. Knuds Gymnasium from Odense (Denmark) and from the Berufliche Oberschule Amberg (Germany) have participated in this activity.