Background

German Sign Language (DGS) is a language in its own right with its own grammar. It facilitates communication with people who are deaf or have hearing loss, and it promotes understanding, inclusion, and mutual respect.

The City offers German Sign Language (DGS) courses, which are open to anyone aged 18 or older who speaks and understands German and would like to learn the language.

Three levels are offered:

  • DGS 1 - Beginners: For people who want to learn German Sign Language from scratch.
  • DGS 2 - Advanced: For people who already have a good knowledge of DGS. This course can only be taken after completing the DGS 1 course.
  • DGS 3 - For Students with Prior Knowledge: For people who have a basic knowledge of DGS. This course can only be taken after completing the DGS 1 and DGS 2 courses.

The courses are taught by deaf instructors and are recognised by the Ministry of Education, Children and Youth.

Dates

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  • When: 8 October to 26 November 2026
  • Day: Every Thursday
  • Time: 18:00 to 19:00
  • Duration: 8 classes
  • Fee: € 50 for 8 classes
  • Number of participants: maximum of 12 participants
  • Location: Beggen Communications Centre (166, Rue de Beggen, L-1220 Luxembourg)

Registration and information

Registration is open from 14 September until 2 October 2026.

Since enrollment is limited to 12 people per course, we recommend that you register early. If a class is already full, you can sign up for the next one.

To register, please send an email to dgs@vdl.lu.

If you have any further questions, you can contact the Service Intégration et besoins spécifiques (Integration and Special Needs Department) by phone on 4796-4150.