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Lausanne, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Lausanne is one of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for daily expenses.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
8%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are very high, especially for central locations favored by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food and groceries are expensive compared to most European cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
43%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but costly; monthly passes are expensive but offer good coverage.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
25%
Weight: 15
Entertainment venues and activities tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
37%
Weight: 10
Gym memberships are moderately expensive but facilities are high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swiss Franc is one of the most stable currencies worldwide.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
89%
Weight: 100
High-speed fiber internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
76%
Weight: 40
Several quality coworking spaces exist, though not as numerous as in larger cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Many cafes offer free WiFi with decent connectivity.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
A good number of cafes cater to remote workers with power outlets and comfortable seating.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
45%
Weight: 100
Lausanne is not a top digital nomad hotspot but has a small, growing community.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
92%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
87%
Weight: 30
Swiss culture emphasizes work-life balance with generous vacation and leisure options.
🌳 Environmental Quality
91%
Weight: 15
Excellent environmental standards with clean air and water.
🧼 Cleanliness
95%
Weight: 10
City is very clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
French is the main language; English is widely spoken but less so outside tourist and business areas.
💨 Air Quality
90%
Weight: 15
Generally excellent air quality with low pollution levels.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
83%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and healthcare make it family-friendly.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
97%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
23%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is high quality but very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
97%
Weight: 20
Comprehensive and efficient healthcare system.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
31%
Weight: 80
Temperate but often cloudy and rainy with cold winters; limited sunny days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Very low risk of natural disasters.
🏞️ Green Spaces
84%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and proximity to nature.
❄️ Air Conditioning
20%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and mild summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
79%
Weight: 10
Generally quiet with low noise pollution except in busy areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
78%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
51%
Weight: 15
Nightlife is moderate but less vibrant than larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, mountains, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Many language schools and opportunities to learn French and German.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
74%
Weight: 10
Good variety of cultural and outdoor tours available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
62%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited compared to major cities.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
68%
Weight: 25
Diverse but expensive dining options with Swiss and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios available, though not abundant.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
71%
Weight: 15
Good quality gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
73%
Weight: 15
Organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants are common.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
74%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some Asian markets.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
60%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, mostly business and tech-focused.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; more reliant on international opportunities.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
58%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
77%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
62%
Weight: 15
Emerging startup ecosystem with some support and funding.
💳 Local Payment Services
79%
Weight: 10
Efficient and secure payment systems widely used.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
65%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption with some local startups and regulatory clarity.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Nearby Geneva Airport offers good international connections; Lausanne itself has no major airport.
🚇 Public Transit
86%
Weight: 20
Excellent and punctual public transport system.
🚶 Walkability
81%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
70%
Weight: 15
Uber and local ride-sharing options available but limited compared to larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
73%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure but hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
84%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to Swiss cities and neighboring countries.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
67%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but not widespread.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
91%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work well with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
96%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in many public spaces but often requires registration.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
32%
Weight: 40
Swiss visa process is strict and complex for non-EU nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but complex tax system; not especially friendly for freelancers.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
94%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
41%
Weight: 15
Banking is strict with high documentation requirements.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
53%
Weight: 10
Business registration is bureaucratic and costly.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
54%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but high costs and visa restrictions limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
47%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated nomad events; some tech and expat meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
56%
Weight: 20
Small but active online community for digital nomads in Lausanne.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
95%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
89%
Weight: 50
Safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
78%
Weight: 50
Generally tolerant but occasional reports of subtle discrimination.