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InterNations - A Place for French in Vienna

Bonjour to all of our French in Vienna! Are you interested in getting to know fellow French expats in Vienna? Are you looking for advice from other French, e.g. which bars in Vienna will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for foie gras?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Vienna. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of French expats, coming from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

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Fernando Achutegui

Fernando Achutegui

InterNations events and forums have provided me with an extensive network of business and personal contacts in Vienna.

Jayanti Malhotra

Jayanti Malhotra

The group of InterNations expats in Vienna is so open and friendly that it was very easy to make friends.

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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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Why you'll love InterNations in Vienna

46,340
members in Vienna
936
French members
84
monthly events
72
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What French expats love about living in Vienna

To gain a better understanding of expat life in Vienna, we asked our French members for their opinions. Let’s start with the positive ones first.

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What I appreciate most is the quality of life, from good healthcare to easy public transport. — French expat living in Vienna
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Vienna is a great place to raise teenagers. It feels safe, has plenty of culture and isn’t too big. — French expat living in Vienna
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For me, it’s the mix of safety, culture, and nature that makes living in Vienna so enjoyable. — French expat living in Vienna
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Vienna feels safe, clean, and relaxed. It’s a lovely place to call home. — French expat living in Vienna
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Now let's see some common negative topics that our French members had on their minds:

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The customer service can feel unfriendly, which makes everyday interactions less pleasant. — French expat living in Vienna
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The paperwork and administrative processes can be frustrating. — French expat living in Vienna
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Having to pay in cash can be inconvenient. I wish card payments were more widely accepted. — French expat living in Vienna
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I find the healthcare system complicated and difficult to navigate. — French expat living in Vienna
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Why French 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 French members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Meet fellow French at our events in Vienna

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

Kürbis Fest - Which Plant and Pumpkin Am I? :-)
Kürbis Fest - Which Plant and Pumpkin Am I? :-)
Hi all, lets have fun learning a bit about our favorite seasonal veggie :-), the queen - pumpkin. We will also use our legs a bit, and senses to find our tree. as a mini break we sit on beautifull (...) Protected content (...) view, after which we try out one biergarten in Grinzing. As alw
Hi all, lets have fun learning a bit about our favorite seasonal veggie :-), the queen - pumpkin. We will also use our legs a bit, and senses to find our tree. as a mini break we sit on beautifull (...) Protected content (...) view, after which we try out one biergarten in Grinzing. As alw
October Pub Quiz
October Pub Quiz
Our location for this month's pub quiz is the (...) Protected content (...) in the 4th district, located between Karlsplatz and Naschmarkt. The quiz starts at 19:00, I will be there from 18:45. The table is booked in my name. Looking forward to seeing you! Agnes
Our location for this month's pub quiz is the (...) Protected content (...) in the 4th district, located between Karlsplatz and Naschmarkt. The quiz starts at 19:00, I will be there from 18:45. The table is booked in my name. Looking forward to seeing you! Agnes
The Schönbach Vocal Session
The Schönbach Vocal Session
Dear Singing Enthusiasts, Join me again at this session dedicated to singers, a great opportunity to sing with top musicians and meet other singers. Drummer Alfred Bäck, bassist Georg Schmelzer-Ziringer and pianist Georg Greif will play your tune for you to sing if you bring the score. If it is a
Dear Singing Enthusiasts, Join me again at this session dedicated to singers, a great opportunity to sing with top musicians and meet other singers. Drummer Alfred Bäck, bassist Georg Schmelzer-Ziringer and pianist Georg Greif will play your tune for you to sing if you bring the score. If it is a
Aperitivo Get Together
Aperitivo Get Together
Carissimi Let’s share some good Italian aperitivo, talks & laughters
Carissimi Let’s share some good Italian aperitivo, talks & laughters

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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!

Fun Bites & More Group
Fun Bites & More Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Cultural Exchange Group
Arts and Culture Group
Arts and Culture Group
Dance Group
Dance Group

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French Expats in Vienna Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where French expats in Vienna exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The historical capital, that grew from the tiny Roman settlement of Vindobona, 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 Vienna’s French expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow French expats in Vienna.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Vienna to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow French in Vienna at Our Events

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

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