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51ԹϺ– Uniting Dutch living in France

Would you like to get in touch with other Dutch in France? Are you in need of help and advice from your Dutch compatriots? Or would you like to join other Dutch expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. theu0020saltyu0020marshlandu0020ofu0020theu0020Camargue?

Whether you have settled as an expat in France or are still living in the Netherlands and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺFrance offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Dutch expats in France, coming from all corners of the Netherlands - from Theu0020Hague, over Amsterdam to Rotterdam.

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Ruben Barbosa

Ruben Barbosa

After work I enjoy meeting other Brazlian expats offline. We go for a beer together and it feels like home. Thanks InterNations.

Verona Torres

Verona Torres

The idea to connext expatriates in Strasbourg fits perfectly to the city. Both are truly international.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other Dutch at our events in France

Attend our monthly events and activities for Dutch expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Japaneese Art Inspired by French Design
Japaneese Art Inspired by French Design
Last day to see this ! Dont' miss it. Comme early, it's free. Doors closing at 6:30 PM E (...) Protected content (...)
Last day to see this ! Dont' miss it. Comme early, it's free. Doors closing at 6:30 PM E (...) Protected content (...)
51ԹϺLille Afterwork Meetup - First Wednesdays
51ԹϺLille Afterwork Meetup - First Wednesdays
Every 1st Wednesday of the month, join us at Genever Lille for our monthly afterwork! Kick off each month with us at Genever Lille: refined, cozy, and perfect for a midweek reset. This Wednesday meet-up is a lighter, earlier take on our big Thursday gathering later in the month — ideal if you can’
Every 1st Wednesday of the month, join us at Genever Lille for our monthly afterwork! Kick off each month with us at Genever Lille: refined, cozy, and perfect for a midweek reset. This Wednesday meet-up is a lighter, earlier take on our big Thursday gathering later in the month — ideal if you can’
TECH&FEST Roller Disco Party
TECH&FEST Roller Disco Party
Celebrating the best of innovation, together Stroll during 2 days 4 & 5 feb 2026 Alpexpo, Grenoble Roller Disco party at 6pm for meetup please whatsup me : 0676 249750
Celebrating the best of innovation, together Stroll during 2 days 4 & 5 feb 2026 Alpexpo, Grenoble Roller Disco party at 6pm for meetup please whatsup me : 0676 249750
6 Nations France Ireland
6 Nations France Ireland
The 6 nations are back ! For those of you looking forward to the opening match join us in The Danu for a great Toulouse evening. We can't book a table in this pub so try to come early so that we can bag a table. We can eat in the pub too. The match is at 9pm but we'll be there from 6.30pm.
The 6 nations are back ! For those of you looking forward to the opening match join us in The Danu for a great Toulouse evening. We can't book a table in this pub so try to come early so that we can bag a table. We can eat in the pub too. The match is at 9pm but we'll be there from 6.30pm.

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Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of 51ԹϺGroups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

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Professional Networking Group
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Joie de Vivre Group
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Travel Addicts Group
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Afterwork Group

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Find Tips and Advice on France from Dutch Expats

Of course, expat living in France is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Dutch is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the French way of life and mentality. 51ԹϺhelps you connect and meet up with other Dutch in France, residing in Paris, Lyon, Nice and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Dutch in Paris or Dutch in Lyon.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Dutch food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the French 51ԹϺCommunity:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from the Netherlands in France.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our France Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get stamppot in Lyon.
  • Search the 51ԹϺPlaces database for France to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Dutch embassy.

From theu0020saltyu0020marshlandu0020ofu0020theu0020Camargue to theu0020Loireu0020Valley,u0020alsou0020knownu0020asu0020theu0020u0022Gardenu0020ofu0020Franceu0022, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Dutch expats in France.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Dutch in France

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in France. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional French foieu0020gras, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Paris’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see theu0020Mediterraneanu0020climateu0020andu0020sceneryu0020ofu0020Lau0020Provence as well as other beautiful landmarks in France.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from the Netherlands and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Goededag from our Dutch living in France!

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