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51ԹϺ- A Place for Spaniards in Zurich

¡DZ! to all of our Spaniards in Zurich! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Spanish expats in Zurich? Are you looking for advice from other Spaniards, e.g. which bars in Zurich will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for paella?

You are cordially invited to be part of 51ԹϺZurich. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Spanish expats, coming from Madrid, Sevilla, Barcelona and all regions of Spain.

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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 Zurich

51,998
members in Zurich
1,712
Spanish members
48
monthly events
49
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Spaniards at our events in Zurich

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

Ides of March- From Roman Dominance to Modern Times
Come and let’s take a look at Roman influence here in modern Switzerland. From the financial markets of Zurich to Konigsfeilden, Windisch and all of our modern day industry. All while networking and getting to see connections and friends along with making new ones. Just keep in mind there will be wa
Come and let’s take a look at Roman influence here in modern Switzerland. From the financial markets of Zurich to Konigsfeilden, Windisch and all of our modern day industry. All while networking and getting to see connections and friends along with making new ones. Just keep in mind there will be wa
Kino & Pasta: Ein Fast Perfekter Antrag ( D)
Kino & Pasta: Ein Fast Perfekter Antrag ( D)
Komödie mit Iris Berben und Heiner Lauterbach. Im Anschluss können wir den Abend im "Commercio" ausklingen lassen. (...) Protected content (...)
Komödie mit Iris Berben und Heiner Lauterbach. Im Anschluss können wir den Abend im "Commercio" ausklingen lassen. (...) Protected content (...)
West African Dinner
West African Dinner
Join us for an evening of delicious West African cuisine. On offer will be some of the most popular delicacies from Nigeria and Cameroon. It's advisable to be on time to be able to place your order early enough as service may be slow. Follow the website link for a look at their menu. Feel free to
Join us for an evening of delicious West African cuisine. On offer will be some of the most popular delicacies from Nigeria and Cameroon. It's advisable to be on time to be able to place your order early enough as service may be slow. Follow the website link for a look at their menu. Feel free to
 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:

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Why Spanish 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 Spanish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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What Spanish expats have to say about living in Zurich

We asked tens of thousands of expats about their lives abroad in our Expat Insider surveys. In addition to our standard questions, we invite them to share what they like or dislike about their experiences in their own words. Here, we’ve selected some of the most interesting or representative quotes about expat life in Zurich from Spaniards, grouped into positive and negative opinions.

Let’s start with the positive ones.

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What I enjoy most about living here is that I feel very safe.
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I love having easy access to nature and outdoor activities here, as it allows me to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and stay active whenever I want.
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I really enjoy the excellent work environment in Zurich, which makes my professional life both productive and fulfilling.
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On the downside, here's are some negative experiences from Spanish expats in Zurich

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In my experience, Swiss people can be quite closed off toward expats, which makes it challenging to build connections and feel included.
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I struggle a lot with the weather here in Zurich, as it can be quite unpredictable and sometimes makes daily life more challenging.
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One major issue is the social life — it’s difficult to meet and connect with locals, which can make it challenging to feel fully integrated.
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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!

Party Group
Party Group
After Work Group
After Work Group
Women's Networking Group
Women's Networking Group
Social Networking 40+ Group
Social Networking 40+ Group

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Spanish Expats in Zurich Share Their Experiences

51ԹϺis a place where Spanish expats in Zurich exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The "Cultural Capital 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 Zurich’s Spanish expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Spanish expats in Zurich.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Zurich to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Spaniards in Zurich at Our Events

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

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