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51ԹϺ- A Place for French in Istanbul

Bonjour to all French in Istanbul! Would you like to meet fellow French expats in Istanbul? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other French, e.g. where in Istanbul your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get foie gras?

We would like to invite you to become a member of 51ԹϺIstanbul. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of French expats, hailing from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

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Sven Baudach

Sven Baudach

My business partners, also mainly expats, and me, we always use the wonderful 51ԹϺEvents as an informal get-togethers.

Maggy Roswick

Maggy Roswick

With all the great information and contacts provided by InterNations, it was no big deal to get settled in Istanbul.

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!

Why you'll love 51ԹϺin Istanbul

91,170
members in Istanbul
1,544
French members
95
monthly events
5,347
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow French at our events in Istanbul

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow French in Istanbul.

Walking Around Kadıköy Bahariye Street
Walking Around Kadıköy Bahariye Street
We will meet in the afternoon in front of Kadıköy Bull Statue and walk around Bahariye street up to Moda. We will feel Kadıköy spirit and will have a nice coffee at a causy coffee shop afterwards
We will meet in the afternoon in front of Kadıköy Bull Statue and walk around Bahariye street up to Moda. We will feel Kadıköy spirit and will have a nice coffee at a causy coffee shop afterwards
Don Quixote (Don Kişot)
Don Quixote (Don Kişot)
The musical Don Quixote, which first met with the stage in 1965, was adapted from the television play written by Dale Wasserman in 1959. Don Quixote, who challenges the banality of life, embarks on this journey with the power of imagination that transforms a barber's bowl into a golden helmet and b
The musical Don Quixote, which first met with the stage in 1965, was adapted from the television play written by Dale Wasserman in 1959. Don Quixote, who challenges the banality of life, embarks on this journey with the power of imagination that transforms a barber's bowl into a golden helmet and b
Whirling Dervishes Ceremony / Cultural Event
Whirling Dervishes Ceremony / Cultural Event
Whirling Dervishes Ceremony / The Sema Recitation for the 752nd Anniversary of Reunion of Hz. Mevlana Ceremony will start at 19:00 so, we will meet in front of the entrance gate between 18:30 to 18:35. We will monitor the link below and notify you here if any changes occur: https://www.instagram.
Whirling Dervishes Ceremony / The Sema Recitation for the 752nd Anniversary of Reunion of Hz. Mevlana Ceremony will start at 19:00 so, we will meet in front of the entrance gate between 18:30 to 18:35. We will monitor the link below and notify you here if any changes occur: https://www.instagram.
Istanbul | Cheers to New Beginnings: 2026 Networking Kickoff!
Ready to kick off 2026 together? 🎉 Let’s make this the first networking event of the year and build global connections! Join us on Tuesday, January 20th, starting from 6:00 PM at the elegant Le Bar in the centrally located Shangri-La Hotel, Beşiktaş, for our New Year Networking Event. 🌍 What to ex
Ready to kick off 2026 together? 🎉 Let’s make this the first networking event of the year and build global connections! Join us on Tuesday, January 20th, starting from 6:00 PM at the elegant Le Bar in the centrally located Shangri-La Hotel, Beşiktaş, for our New Year Networking Event. 🌍 What to ex

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Why French expats move abroad (& how they like it)

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our 51ԹϺGroups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Weekend Activities Group
Weekend Activities Group
Out of the Office Group
Out of the Office Group
Singles Group
Singles Group
Trekking & Hiking Group
Trekking & Hiking Group

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French Expats in Istanbul Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, French expats in Istanbul are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. The "Queen Of Cities" offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Istanbul’s French expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow French expats in Istanbul.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Istanbul to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with French in Istanbul at Our Events

Our Istanbul community is also lively and welcoming offline. The 51ԹϺAmbassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Istanbul’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow French expats to discover Aegean Turkey, between the azure sea and silvery olive groves. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from France in your local community and meet French in Turkey in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our French living in Istanbul!

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