InterNations - A Place for Germans in Lisbon

Grüß Gott to all of our Germans in Lisbon! Are you interested in getting to know fellow German expats in Lisbon? Are you looking for advice from other Germans, e.g. which bars in Lisbon will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for roast pork with Knödel?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Lisbon. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of German expats, coming from Berlin, Munich, Hamburg and all regions of Germany.

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Gustavo De faz

Gustavo De faz

The quality of InterNations' members convinced me to join. And I've indeed received a very warm welcome from fellow Lisbon expats..

Melanie S. Hamann

Melanie S. Hamann

InterNations Events in Lisbon are great - I love the rightfully popular events organized by our friendly Ambassador team.

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 InterNations in Lisbon

37,749
members in Lisbon
1,299
German members
18
monthly events
22
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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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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What German expats have to say about living in Lisbon

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 Lisbon from Germans, grouped into positive and negative opinions.

Let’s start with the positive ones.

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Living in Lisbon, I really enjoy the general safety and the overall relaxed atmosphere.
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One of the best things about Lisbon is the locals, I appreciate their culture, the country and their easy way of living
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For me, one of the highlights of living in Lisbon is the food, sunshine, seaside and the job opportunity.
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For me, one of the highlights of living in Lisbon is good weather, low costs of living.
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On the downside, here's are some negative experiences from Germans expats in Lisbon

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One downside of living in Lisbon is that I experience social control and find portuguese are not respecting the law enough.
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One thing I do not like about Lisbon is that many Portuguese I encountered are still glorifying Portugal's colonial history, racism rarely leads to physical violence, but it is omnipresent in portugal's society.
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One downside of living in Lisbon is the increased living costs.
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What I struggle with most in Lisbon is the corruption in politics, the thinking of people is way behind Germany, very traditional and old fashioned….
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Meet fellow Germans at our events in Lisbon

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

Exhibition 'Paper Weapons'
Exhibition 'Paper Weapons'
A look at clandestine political publications from the time of the Dictatorship, from the Ephemera Archives.
A look at clandestine political publications from the time of the Dictatorship, from the Ephemera Archives.
Capturing Lisbon : an Alfama to Commercial Square Photo Walk
Discover the soul of Lisbon through your lens! Join us for an inspiring photo journey starting from the iconic Porta do Sol. We will wander down through the timeless, winding alleys of Alfama, capturing the authentic textures of the city, from vibrant azulejos and laundry-lined balconies to the le
Discover the soul of Lisbon through your lens! Join us for an inspiring photo journey starting from the iconic Porta do Sol. We will wander down through the timeless, winding alleys of Alfama, capturing the authentic textures of the city, from vibrant azulejos and laundry-lined balconies to the le
InterNations Lisbon | Candlelight Encounters
InterNations Lisbon | Candlelight Encounters
Step into the unknown at Dhara by Sadhana — Lisbon’s hidden sanctuary where candlelight flickers, live piano music by maestro Victor Enwusoyele flows like a secret, and strangers become stories. Tucked away from the ordinary, this intimate gathering is intended for a vibrant, international crowd, wh
Step into the unknown at Dhara by Sadhana — Lisbon’s hidden sanctuary where candlelight flickers, live piano music by maestro Victor Enwusoyele flows like a secret, and strangers become stories. Tucked away from the ordinary, this intimate gathering is intended for a vibrant, international crowd, wh
InterNations Lisbon | Bloom & Networking Event
InterNations Lisbon | Bloom & Networking Event
Let your network bloom 🌿 Step into the hidden oasis of 39 Degraus on May 2 for a fresh, feel-good evening of connections, cocktails, and good vibes. Meet new people, spark ideas, and grow your circle in a cozy, tucked-away setting where networking feels natural (and actually fun). New to InterNati
Let your network bloom 🌿 Step into the hidden oasis of 39 Degraus on May 2 for a fresh, feel-good evening of connections, cocktails, and good vibes. Meet new people, spark ideas, and grow your circle in a cozy, tucked-away setting where networking feels natural (and actually fun). New to InterNati

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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 InterNations Groups, 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!

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
Games & Co. Group
Games & Co. Group

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German Expats in Lisbon Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where German expats in Lisbon exchange experiences and tips to support each other. An Alpha Global City In The Lisbon Metropolitan Area 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 Lisbon’s German expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow German expats in Lisbon.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Lisbon to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Germans in Lisbon at Our Events

Our community in Lisbon is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Lisbon’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other German expats to explore the Algarve. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Germany in your local community as well as Germans in Portugal nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Germans living in Lisbon!

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