What do expats in Switzerland appreciate most about the local culture?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they appreciate the most about the local culture in Switzerland. They wrote...
"The air is clean, we can ski on weekends in winter. You see the mountains. But that's about it. I personally appreciate Asia much more," said a member in Zurich, Switzerland.
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"Expats in Switzerland appreciate the high quality of life and the well-maintained infrastructure. They also appreciate the high level of safety, politeness and respect for privacy. Additionally, the variety of cultures and languages and the tradition of neutrality is appreciated by many expats. Furthermore, expats enjoy the abundant opportunities to explore nature and experience the joy of living in the beautiful Swiss Alps. Finally, they may even appreciate the strong social welfare system and the access to high-quality educational institutions," remarked another expat who made the move to Switzerland.
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- Is there a lot of crime in Switzerland?
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- What are the schools in Switzerland like?
- What are healthcare services like in Switzerland?
- What are medical services in Switzerland like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Switzerland?
- What are emergency services like in Switzerland?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
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- How are local medical facilities in Switzerland?
- As a foreigner living in Switzerland, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
What do expats in Switzerland appreciate most about the local culture?
If you live in Switzerland, newcomers to Switzerland would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

