InterNations - A Place for Spaniards in Zurich

¡Hola! 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 InterNations Zurich. 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 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
1,712
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.

InterNations Zurich Official Event @ Basilica, Valentine’s Day
Never Be Alone in Zurich Again 💘 Valentine’s Day Special! 🎊 This Valentine’s Day, forget labels and expectations — and just connect. Join us in Zurich for Adam Meets Eve, a unique social experience designed to bring people together in a relaxed, elegant, and playful way. Whether you’re single, t
Never Be Alone in Zurich Again 💘 Valentine’s Day Special! 🎊 This Valentine’s Day, forget labels and expectations — and just connect. Join us in Zurich for Adam Meets Eve, a unique social experience designed to bring people together in a relaxed, elegant, and playful way. Whether you’re single, t
InterNations Zürich Official Latin Event @ the Penthouse Zürich
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 luxury FIVE Hotel, 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 luxury FIVE Hotel, 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:
Wecome to InterNations Zurich | February Newcomers' Event
I am excited to invite you to my February Newcomers' Event! Whether you’ve recently joined our community or are interested in learning more about what we have to offer, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow newcomers and get acquainted with our vibrant community. Join me for
I am excited to invite you to my February Newcomers' Event! Whether you’ve recently joined our community or are interested in learning more about what we have to offer, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow newcomers and get acquainted with our vibrant community. Join me for
InterNations Zurich Official Event @ Vior Urban
As we return from time spent with family and loved ones, it’s a pleasure to come together again to share fresh perspectives, renewed energy, and our aspirations for the year ahead. Let’s get together at Vior Club in the heart of Zurich! 🎊 🔹 21:00 - 21:45 - the venue will offer a welcome drink 🥂
As we return from time spent with family and loved ones, it’s a pleasure to come together again to share fresh perspectives, renewed energy, and our aspirations for the year ahead. Let’s get together at Vior Club in the heart of Zurich! 🎊 🔹 21:00 - 21:45 - the venue will offer a welcome drink 🥂

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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 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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Spanish Expats in Zurich Share Their Experiences

InterNations is 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 InterNations Ambassadors 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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