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51ԹϺ- A Place for Russians in Lugano

Privet to all of our Russians in Lugano! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Russian expats in Lugano? Are you looking for advice from other Russians, e.g. which bars in Lugano will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for borscht?

You are cordially invited to be part of 51ԹϺLugano. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Russian expats, coming from Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg and all regions of Russia.

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Andrey Vasilyev

Andrey Vasilyev

I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.

Elin Gustavson

Elin Gustavson

At the first 51ԹϺevent that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.

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 Lugano

9,632
members in Lugano
282
Russian members
15
monthly events
18
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Russians at our events in Lugano

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

Weekly Social Run
Weekly Social Run
Come join our weekly social run around the beautiful lake area of Melide. Runs are centred around easy, social efforts and are open to all abilities. The focus is on consistency, community, and making running something you look forward to each week. Runners who complete 10 runs receive a RUNICO Pe
Come join our weekly social run around the beautiful lake area of Melide. Runs are centred around easy, social efforts and are open to all abilities. The focus is on consistency, community, and making running something you look forward to each week. Runners who complete 10 runs receive a RUNICO Pe
No, Not Selling It. Come and Tell Us 51ԹϺ Your Favourite Object
Stories are us and we are stories. We all something to tell. This 'caffé narrativo' is about sharing a little about yourselves and our favourite object(s). Bring it along if small or just show us a photo of it whilst drinking coffee or a Prosecco (drinks bought individually). In Italian or English-I
Stories are us and we are stories. We all something to tell. This 'caffé narrativo' is about sharing a little about yourselves and our favourite object(s). Bring it along if small or just show us a photo of it whilst drinking coffee or a Prosecco (drinks bought individually). In Italian or English-I
Contemporary Art Fair Lugano
Contemporary Art Fair Lugano
Dear group, I propose a lovely Sunday afternoon in art, full colors and joy, by visiting the You nique Art Fair event, wonderfully organized in our lovely Lugano. See you Sunday afternoon, at 15hrs we attend the talk Art in Real Estate, at 16 hrs we watch a live art show by the artist. These are
Dear group, I propose a lovely Sunday afternoon in art, full colors and joy, by visiting the You nique Art Fair event, wonderfully organized in our lovely Lugano. See you Sunday afternoon, at 15hrs we attend the talk Art in Real Estate, at 16 hrs we watch a live art show by the artist. These are
Sunday on the Park
Sunday on the Park
A festive day with old and new friends in a nice open place
A festive day with old and new friends in a nice open place

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

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Russian members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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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!

Sports Group
Sports Group
Arts and Culture Group
Arts and Culture Group
Singles Group
Singles Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group
The Witty Banter Lounge Group

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Russian Expats in Lugano Share Their Experiences

51ԹϺis a place where Russian expats in Lugano exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The "Monte Carlo of Switzerland" can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Lugano’s Russian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Russian expats in Lugano.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Lugano to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Russians in Lugano at Our Events

Our community in Lugano is also very active offline. Our 51ԹϺAmbassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Lugano’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Russian expats to explore the mountain resort of Zermatt. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Russia in your local community as well as Russians in Switzerland nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Russians living in Lugano!

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