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51ԹϺ– Uniting Germans living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Germans in Switzerland? Are you in need of help and advice from your German compatriots? Or would you like to join other German expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the mountain resort of Zermatt?

Whether you have settled as an expat in Switzerland or are still living in Germany 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 German expats in Switzerland, coming from all corners of Germany - from Hamburg, over Berlin to Munich.

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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 Germans at our events in Switzerland

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

 51ԹϺZürich Official Event Latin Height @ SOHO
51ԹϺZürich Official Event Latin Height @ SOHO
Let's Dance. Let's connect. Let's make it a night to remember. I am very happy to invite you to our next official event at the one and only SOHO, Let's get together to enjoy another fancy evening with friends, dance, party, and meet like-minded people. Come celebrate the night Latin-Style! Music:
Let's Dance. Let's connect. Let's make it a night to remember. I am very happy to invite you to our next official event at the one and only SOHO, Let's get together to enjoy another fancy evening with friends, dance, party, and meet like-minded people. Come celebrate the night Latin-Style! Music:
Zug 30+ Agers Party
Zug 30+ Agers Party
We are delighted to be able to toast 10 years of the ZUG 30+ PARTY with you! A big thank you for the great support and the countless atmospheric party nights over the past 10 years. For 10 years, the (...) Protected content (...) We belong to a generation that still values commitment. Short-notice
We are delighted to be able to toast 10 years of the ZUG 30+ PARTY with you! A big thank you for the great support and the countless atmospheric party nights over the past 10 years. For 10 years, the (...) Protected content (...) We belong to a generation that still values commitment. Short-notice
Let’s Welcome the Fire Horse
Let’s Welcome the Fire Horse
Let’s welcome the Fire Horse, the new Tibetan astrological sign for 2026, since February. This special gathering is an invitation to leave the past behind and make the best of this new cycle. We will share reflections and insights about the Year of the Fire Horse - a powerful symbol of movement, c
Let’s welcome the Fire Horse, the new Tibetan astrological sign for 2026, since February. This special gathering is an invitation to leave the past behind and make the best of this new cycle. We will share reflections and insights about the Year of the Fire Horse - a powerful symbol of movement, c
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

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Why German 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 German 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 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 German Expats

Of course, expat living in Switzerland is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Germans 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 Germans in Switzerland, residing in Zurich, Geneva, Bern and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Germans in Zurich or Germans in Geneva.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for German 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 Germany 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 roast pork with Knödel in Geneva.
  • Search the 51ԹϺPlaces database for Switzerland to get information on institutions from your home country, including the German embassy.

From the mountain resort of Zermatt to Interlaken, the outdoor and action sports capital of Switzerland, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly German expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Germans 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 rösti, 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 the pleasant waterfront of Lake Lugano as well as other beautiful landmarks in Switzerland.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Germany and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Grüß Gott from our Germans living in Switzerland!

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