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51ԹϺ– Uniting Dutch living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Dutch in Switzerland? 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. theu0020mountainu0020resortu0020ofu0020Zermatt?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Switzerland or are still living in the Netherlands and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, 51ԹϺSwitzerland 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 Switzerland, coming from all corners of the Netherlands - from Theu0020Hague, over Amsterdam to Rotterdam.

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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!

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Meet other Dutch at our events in Switzerland

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

51ԹϺNeuchâtel: All I Want for Christmas Is You Event
Dear all, In order to celebrate upcoming Christmas, let's have a rendez vous at a very nice bar we have never visited: Fusion Coffee! They have everything we need: from snack, to amazing coffees, signature cocktails and much more. Please join us for this last Internations event of the year.
Dear all, In order to celebrate upcoming Christmas, let's have a rendez vous at a very nice bar we have never visited: Fusion Coffee! They have everything we need: from snack, to amazing coffees, signature cocktails and much more. Please join us for this last Internations event of the year.
Christmas Piano Concert – Bach, Schubert & Romantic Gems
Join us for a warm and festive Christmas concert performed by pianist Adalberto Maria Riva, featuring a selection of masterpieces ranging from Baroque depth to Romantic brilliance. The program includes: 🎼 Johann Sebastian Bach – Two Prelude–Chorales Nun komm’ der Heiden Heiland Wachet auf, ruft u
Join us for a warm and festive Christmas concert performed by pianist Adalberto Maria Riva, featuring a selection of masterpieces ranging from Baroque depth to Romantic brilliance. The program includes: 🎼 Johann Sebastian Bach – Two Prelude–Chorales Nun komm’ der Heiden Heiland Wachet auf, ruft u
Karaoke Evening: Homecoming
Karaoke Evening: Homecoming
Come to sing, or just be awed by the talent in InterNations, including our own special guest making his homecoming! If you don't already know some of the attendees send me a message or post in the event chat and I'll send you a link to the WhatsApp group we use to coordinate logistics for events li
Come to sing, or just be awed by the talent in InterNations, including our own special guest making his homecoming! If you don't already know some of the attendees send me a message or post in the event chat and I'll send you a link to the WhatsApp group we use to coordinate logistics for events li
Face Yoga Glow & Breakfast
Face Yoga Glow & Breakfast
Dear friends, I’m delighted to invite you to a special breakfast combining wellness and networking, featuring an exclusive Face Yoga practice with Doris Oberholzer ,certified Teacher and Rejuvenation Expert. ✨ Discover the natural method that can replace Botox – learn simple yet powerful exercises
Dear friends, I’m delighted to invite you to a special breakfast combining wellness and networking, featuring an exclusive Face Yoga practice with Doris Oberholzer ,certified Teacher and Rejuvenation Expert. ✨ Discover the natural method that can replace Botox – learn simple yet powerful exercises

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

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.

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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Find Tips and Advice on Switzerland from Dutch Expats

Of course, expat living in Switzerland 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 Swiss way of life and mentality. 51ԹϺhelps you connect and meet up with other Dutch in Switzerland, residing in Zurich, Geneva, Bern and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Dutch in Zurich or Dutch in Geneva.

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 Swiss 51ԹϺCommunity:

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

From theu0020mountainu0020resortu0020ofu0020Zermatt to Interlaken,u0020theu0020outdooru0020andu0020actionu0020sportsu0020capitalu0020ofu0020Switzerland, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Dutch expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Dutch in Switzerland

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in Switzerland. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional Swiss ru00F6sti, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Zurich’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see theu0020pleasantu0020waterfrontu0020ofu0020Lakeu0020Lugano as well as other beautiful landmarks in Switzerland.

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 Switzerland!

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