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InterNations – Uniting Poles living in Switzerland

Would you like to get in touch with other Poles in Switzerland? Are you in need of help and advice from your Polish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Polish 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 Poland and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations Switzerland 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 Polish expats in Switzerland, coming from all corners of Poland - from Cracow, over Warsaw to Gdansk.

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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 InterNations event that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.

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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 Poles at our events in Switzerland

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

Hike: Le Lac De Darbon
Hike: Le Lac De Darbon
AFTER SIGNING UP, PLEASE INDICATE IF YOU HAVE A CAR AND HOW MANY PARTICIPANTS YOU CAN TAKE, OR IF YOU NEED A RIDE. THIS IS IMPORTANT AS IT HELPS ORGANIZE THE CARPOOLING. PLEASE COMMENT IN THE EVENT'S PAGE AND DON'T MAKE ME CHASE YOU FOR A RESPONSE. PLEASE READ THE HIKE'S DESCRIPTION (HYPERLINK ABOV
AFTER SIGNING UP, PLEASE INDICATE IF YOU HAVE A CAR AND HOW MANY PARTICIPANTS YOU CAN TAKE, OR IF YOU NEED A RIDE. THIS IS IMPORTANT AS IT HELPS ORGANIZE THE CARPOOLING. PLEASE COMMENT IN THE EVENT'S PAGE AND DON'T MAKE ME CHASE YOU FOR A RESPONSE. PLEASE READ THE HIKE'S DESCRIPTION (HYPERLINK ABOV
Alp Sigel Hike to Bogartenlücke and Sämtisersee - Appenzell
Alp Sigel Hike to Bogartenlücke and Sämtisersee - Appenzell Hike through the high alpine meadows with dramatic Alpstein views, cross a mountain saddle to a peaceful lake, ending with a mountain scooter ride. Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 11.5 km Elevation: 453 m Decent: 797 Time: 4 Hrs By Car
Alp Sigel Hike to Bogartenlücke and Sämtisersee - Appenzell Hike through the high alpine meadows with dramatic Alpstein views, cross a mountain saddle to a peaceful lake, ending with a mountain scooter ride. Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 11.5 km Elevation: 453 m Decent: 797 Time: 4 Hrs By Car
A Storytelling Workshop Combining Art, Emotion, Imagination
Free event with mandatory registration: [email protected] Telling a story is an ancient and universal gesture. How many of us have never heard—or uttered—the phrase, "Tell me a story?" We tell stories to explain, persuade, entertain, console, excite, and inspire. Above all, we tell stories to
Free event with mandatory registration: [email protected] Telling a story is an ancient and universal gesture. How many of us have never heard—or uttered—the phrase, "Tell me a story?" We tell stories to explain, persuade, entertain, console, excite, and inspire. Above all, we tell stories to
The Four Lakes Hike: Engleberg - Jochpass - Melchsee-Frutt
We have a large group, so Dirk L (who works at the ticket counter) will have our Trübsee barcode tickets ready for us when we arrive. Please bring cash or be ready to TWINT Dirk for your ticket. The Four Lakes route begins with a cable car ride from Engelberg up to the Trübsee. We hike up over the J
We have a large group, so Dirk L (who works at the ticket counter) will have our Trübsee barcode tickets ready for us when we arrive. Please bring cash or be ready to TWINT Dirk for your ticket. The Four Lakes route begins with a cable car ride from Engelberg up to the Trübsee. We hike up over the J

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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 InterNations Groups 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 Polish Expats

Of course, expat living in Switzerland is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Poles is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the Swiss way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Poles in Switzerland, residing in Zurich, Geneva, Bern and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Poles in Zurich or Poles in Geneva.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Polish food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the Swiss InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Poland 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 bigos in Geneva.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for Switzerland to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Polish 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 Polish expats in Switzerland.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Poles 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 Poland and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Cześć from our Poles living in Switzerland!

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