Lucerne, Switzerland 🇨🇭
#975
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Nomad Score:
60%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
One of the most expensive cities globally, with high prices for daily expenses and services.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
10%
Weight: 80
Very high rental prices, especially for short-term stays preferred by digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Food prices are significantly above average, with groceries and dining out being costly.
🚌 Transportation Cost
34%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but expensive compared to global standards.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
20%
Weight: 15
Leisure activities and entertainment venues tend to be pricey.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
30%
Weight: 10
Gym fees are on the higher side but facilities are generally high quality.
💱 Currency Stability
98%
Weight: 30
Swiss Franc is one of the most stable currencies worldwide.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
High-speed internet widely available with reliable connections.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
75%
Weight: 40
Several quality coworking spaces, though fewer than larger Swiss cities like Zurich.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
79%
Weight: 30
Good number of cafes offering free WiFi, suitable for working.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
72%
Weight: 30
Many cafes are welcoming to remote workers but limited compared to major hubs.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
35%
Weight: 100
Not a major digital nomad hotspot, more popular for tourism and business travelers.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to obtain prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Strong cultural emphasis on work-life balance and leisure.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
Excellent air and water quality with strict environmental regulations.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
City is exceptionally clean and well-maintained.
🗨️ Language Barrier
63%
Weight: 30
German is primary language; English widely spoken but some language challenges remain.
💨 Air Quality
96%
Weight: 15
Very low pollution levels and clean air.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
80%
Weight: 25
Good infrastructure and services for families.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
99%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare facilities and services.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
25%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is excellent but very expensive without insurance.
🏥 Healthcare
98%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare system with easy access to specialists.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
41%
Weight: 80
Temperate climate with cold winters and moderate summers; some rainy days.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
88%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters such as earthquakes or floods.
🏞️ Green Spaces
86%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas within and around the city.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited use of air conditioning due to cooler climate.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
75%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
87%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; quiet residential and city areas.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
83%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural heritage with museums, festivals, and historic sites.
🌃 Nightlife
52%
Weight: 15
Moderate nightlife options; more subdued compared to larger cities.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to lakes, mountains, and hiking trails.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
70%
Weight: 10
Several language schools and cultural immersion options.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
80%
Weight: 10
Wide range of tours and authentic local experiences available.
🎳 Indoors Fun
60%
Weight: 10
Museums, theaters, and indoor activities available but limited variety.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
71%
Weight: 25
Good quality food options with Swiss and international cuisine.
🧠 Yoga Studios
65%
Weight: 10
Several yoga studios but not as numerous as in larger cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
70%
Weight: 15
Good availability of gyms and fitness centers.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
78%
Weight: 15
Organic and health-conscious food options widely available.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
65%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is favorable for European and some American clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
68%
Weight: 25
Moderate networking events, mostly business and tech-focused.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
55%
Weight: 20
Limited local remote job market; many rely on international clients.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
60%
Weight: 20
Growing freelance community but smaller than major hubs.
🏢 Coworking Quality
76%
Weight: 30
High-quality coworking spaces with good amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
58%
Weight: 15
Smaller startup ecosystem compared to Zurich or Geneva.
💳 Local Payment Services
74%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with widespread card and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate adoption; Switzerland is crypto-friendly but Lucerne less so than Zug.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
60%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Zurich, about an hour away by train.
🚇 Public Transit
83%
Weight: 20
Efficient and punctual public transport system within the city.
🚶 Walkability
80%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
65%
Weight: 15
Available but less prevalent than in larger cities.
🚲 Cycling
72%
Weight: 10
Good cycling infrastructure and bike-friendly routes.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
85%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to other Swiss cities and Europe.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
68%
Weight: 10
Electric scooter and bike rentals available but limited compared to bigger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
90%
Weight: 20
Strong and reliable mobile network coverage throughout the city.
🔒 VPN Reliability
92%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
98%
Weight: 15
Very stable and reliable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
65%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi available in some areas but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa required; process can be complex and costly for long stays.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates but overall high cost of living reduces net income.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
55%
Weight: 15
Strict banking regulations make account opening somewhat difficult for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
60%
Weight: 10
Business registration is straightforward but involves bureaucratic steps.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
55%
Weight: 50
Moderately friendly but high costs and visa restrictions limit appeal.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
40%
Weight: 25
Few dedicated digital nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
50%
Weight: 20
Limited online presence compared to major nomad hubs.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
90%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural conservatism exists.