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Namur, Belgium 🇧🇪
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Moderately expensive compared to Eastern Europe but cheaper than Brussels; typical Western European prices.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
38%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are moderate but on the higher side for Belgium's smaller cities.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Supermarkets and local markets offer reasonable prices; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
63%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient and affordable; local buses and trains are well priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate prices for cinemas, museums, and local events.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
55%
Weight: 10
Average gym membership costs, with several options available.
💱 Currency Stability
97%
Weight: 30
Euro is a stable currency with low volatility.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
86%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with speeds averaging 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
61%
Weight: 40
Several coworking spaces exist but fewer than in major Belgian cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
74%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering free WiFi, suitable for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
60%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to remote workers but not a large scene.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
32%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low international nomad presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
80%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good coverage.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Belgium offers a good work-life balance with reasonable working hours and social benefits.
🌳 Environmental Quality
72%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with good waste management and green initiatives.
🧼 Cleanliness
78%
Weight: 10
City is generally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
65%
Weight: 30
French is dominant; English is moderately spoken especially among younger population.
💨 Air Quality
68%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality, occasional pollution due to traffic.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
75%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
90%
Weight: 20
High-quality healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable with insurance; out-of-pocket costs can be moderate.
🏥 Healthcare
88%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive healthcare services accessible to residents and long-term visitors.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate oceanic climate; often cloudy and rainy with mild summers and cold winters.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
95%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
70%
Weight: 10
Several parks and green areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
24%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in homes and public places due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
65%
Weight: 10
Four distinct seasons but winters are often grey and damp.
🔊 Noise Pollution
70%
Weight: 10
Relatively quiet city with low noise pollution.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
50%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife compared to larger cities; some bars and pubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
73%
Weight: 15
Close to Ardennes forest and Meuse river; good for hiking and nature activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
60%
Weight: 10
French language courses available; moderate opportunities for other languages.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
68%
Weight: 10
Good local tours focusing on history, gastronomy, and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
55%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and cinemas provide indoor entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
Good variety of Belgian cuisine and international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
57%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available but not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent number of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
65%
Weight: 15
Availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
80%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is favorable for working with most European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
55%
Weight: 25
Limited compared to larger cities but some professional meetups exist.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
40%
Weight: 20
Local job market is traditional; remote jobs mostly found online.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small but growing freelance community.
🏢 Coworking Quality
63%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are modern and well-equipped but limited in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
42%
Weight: 15
Startup ecosystem is small compared to Brussels or Antwerp.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good availability of local and international payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; some local interest but not widespread.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
55%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Brussels Airport (~60 km); decent connectivity.
🚇 Public Transit
72%
Weight: 20
Reliable bus and train services within city and to nearby areas.
🚶 Walkability
78%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
60%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing available but less prevalent than in big cities.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly streets.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
75%
Weight: 15
Frequent trains and buses connect Namur to major Belgian cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Bike rentals available; electric scooter rentals limited.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
85%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
92%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some public spaces and cafes.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required for many; no specific digital nomad visa for Belgium.
📊 Tax Friendliness
35%
Weight: 30
Belgium has relatively high taxes; not particularly favorable for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
87%
Weight: 20
Stable political environment with low risk of unrest.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Moderate bureaucracy; easier with residency but possible for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
55%
Weight: 10
Somewhat complex and time-consuming process.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No dedicated digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
45%
Weight: 50
Not a major nomad hub but safe and comfortable for longer stays.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
30%
Weight: 25
Few digital nomad-specific events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
40%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence for digital nomads in Namur.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Low crime rates and generally safe city.
♀️ Female Friendly
85%
Weight: 50
Safe and welcoming environment for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant society with some diversity.