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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.

51ԹϺLugano | the “No Grinch” Christmas Party
51ԹϺLugano | the “No Grinch” Christmas Party
'Tis the season to be jolly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la! We’re happy to invite you to our special Christmas celebration at Bar Eleven in Lamone. We’ll host a secret santa. You have to bring an unisex gift of a maximum of CHF 5.- value. At the event you will receive a bracelet with a symbol. If y
'Tis the season to be jolly Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la! We’re happy to invite you to our special Christmas celebration at Bar Eleven in Lamone. We’ll host a secret santa. You have to bring an unisex gift of a maximum of CHF 5.- value. At the event you will receive a bracelet with a symbol. If y
51ԹϺLugano Official Event @ Novotel Paradiso Lounge Bar
You're invited to our November networking event at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso. Only Albatross members will receive a token that grants them a 50% discount on the first drink until 20:30. There might be some free appetizers, but they will run out quickly, then you can buy à-la-carte food. Mind tha
You're invited to our November networking event at the Novotel Lugano Paradiso. Only Albatross members will receive a token that grants them a 50% discount on the first drink until 20:30. There might be some free appetizers, but they will run out quickly, then you can buy à-la-carte food. Mind tha
51ԹϺLugano Halloween & MJ's Birthday Party
51ԹϺLugano Halloween & MJ's Birthday Party
Get ready for a night of frights, delights, and dancing! You are summoned to a ghoulishly good time as we celebrate Halloween and a very special milestone. Join us for a spooktacular evening filled with monstrous music from our live DJ, so you can dance the night away. Come dressed in your Hallow
Get ready for a night of frights, delights, and dancing! You are summoned to a ghoulishly good time as we celebrate Halloween and a very special milestone. Join us for a spooktacular evening filled with monstrous music from our live DJ, so you can dance the night away. Come dressed in your Hallow
51ԹϺLugano - Special 18th Anniversary Event
51ԹϺLugano - Special 18th Anniversary Event
“𝙒𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙𝙣’𝙩 𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙?” This was the question 2 expat friends asked themselves 18 years ago, leading to a platform where open-minded individu
“𝙒𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙𝙣’𝙩 𝙞𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙?” This was the question 2 expat friends asked themselves 18 years ago, leading to a platform where open-minded individu

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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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