InterNations - A Place for French in Zurich

Bonjour to all of our French in Zurich! Are you interested in getting to know fellow French expats in Zurich? Are you looking for advice from other French, e.g. which bars in Zurich 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 Zurich. 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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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.

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 Zurich

51,998
members in Zurich
1,983
French members
48
monthly events
49
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow French 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 French in Zurich.

DISCO PARTY – LET’S DANCE AND HAVE FUN!
DISCO PARTY – LET’S DANCE AND HAVE FUN!
„A glittering disco ball spins from the ceiling and the kind of music that demands you dance“. I assure you, this is a great party with a fantastic friendly atmosphere!!! We meet at 10:30 pm (...) Protected content (...) Attention please – great news for you: You can click here (Verlosung = raf
„A glittering disco ball spins from the ceiling and the kind of music that demands you dance“. I assure you, this is a great party with a fantastic friendly atmosphere!!! We meet at 10:30 pm (...) Protected content (...) Attention please – great news for you: You can click here (Verlosung = raf
Karaoke Evening: Homecoming
Karaoke Evening: Homecoming
Come to sing, or just be awed by the talent in InterNations, including our own special guest making his homecoming! If you don't already know some of the attendees send me a message or post in the event chat and I'll send you a link to the WhatsApp group we use to coordinate logistics for events li
Come to sing, or just be awed by the talent in InterNations, including our own special guest making his homecoming! If you don't already know some of the attendees send me a message or post in the event chat and I'll send you a link to the WhatsApp group we use to coordinate logistics for events li
InterNations Zurich New Year's Event Dinner and Party @ Aubrey
"Cheers to the new year" You are cordially invited to celebrate with us at our annual New Year's Eve party. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, Music, and good company as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. As the clock strikes midnight, join us in a champagne toa
"Cheers to the new year" You are cordially invited to celebrate with us at our annual New Year's Eve party. Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, Music, and good company as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. As the clock strikes midnight, join us in a champagne toa

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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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What French 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 French, grouped into positive and negative opinions.

Let’s start with the positive ones.

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The quality of life here is outstanding. I truly appreciate the comfort, safety, and overall well-being that this place offers.
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I can walk around at any hour without worry because I feel completely safe here, whether it's early in the morning or late at night
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I really love that this is a clean country, and most of the population are law-abiding citizens.
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On the downside, here's are some negative experiences from French expats in Zurich

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In my experience, the locals here are quite reserved, which makes it challenging to form close relationships with them, so I find that I mostly connect and socialize with other foreigners who are also living here.
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The high cost of living is a significant challenge for me, as it affects everything from housing and groceries to leisure activities, making it harder to manage my finances comfortably.
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A significant downside for me is the narrow-mindedness I’ve encountered among some Swiss German people, which can make it difficult to feel fully accepted and 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 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!

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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French Expats in Zurich Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where French 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 French expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow French expats in Zurich.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Zurich to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow French in Zurich at Our Events

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

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