Montreux, Switzerland 🇨🇭
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Nomad Score:
58%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
12%
Weight: 150
Montreux is very expensive, reflecting Swiss standards and its status as a luxury tourist destination.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
10%
Weight: 80
High rental prices, especially for short-term stays; limited affordable options for digital nomads.
🍎 Food & Groceries
21%
Weight: 40
Groceries and dining out are costly, with prices above average compared to many European cities.
🚌 Transportation Cost
43%
Weight: 20
Public transport is efficient but relatively pricey; good connectivity within the region.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
30%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are available but tend to be expensive, especially during festival seasons.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
35%
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 globally.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
87%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed internet widely available, suitable for remote work.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
54%
Weight: 40
Limited coworking spaces compared to larger Swiss cities, but some quality options exist.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
72%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though not all are optimized for long work sessions.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
61%
Weight: 30
Some cafes cater to digital nomads but the scene is not very developed.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
38%
Weight: 100
Montreux is not a major digital nomad hub but attracts some due to its scenic location.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
90%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase local SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
89%
Weight: 30
Excellent work-life balance with a calm environment and access to nature.
🌳 Environmental Quality
95%
Weight: 15
High environmental standards and beautiful natural surroundings.
🧼 Cleanliness
97%
Weight: 10
Exceptionally clean city with well-maintained public spaces.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
French is the main language; English is moderately spoken, which may pose some challenges.
💨 Air Quality
93%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to low pollution and proximity to Lake Geneva.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
85%
Weight: 25
Good schools, parks, and family-oriented activities.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
99%
Weight: 20
Top-tier healthcare system with excellent facilities.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
20%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is very expensive without insurance; mandatory health insurance is costly.
🏥 Healthcare
99%
Weight: 20
World-class healthcare services and infrastructure.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
56%
Weight: 80
Mild summers with some rain; winters can be cold and snowy, moderate seasonal variety.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
87%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional flooding possible but well managed.
🏞️ Green Spaces
94%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks, lakeside promenades, and access to mountains.
❄️ Air Conditioning
32%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is uncommon in residential buildings due to mild summers.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
88%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution; peaceful environment.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
86%
Weight: 20
Rich cultural scene with festivals, music events, and museums.
🌃 Nightlife
45%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; more relaxed and quiet evenings.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to mountains, lake, hiking, and outdoor activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
63%
Weight: 10
French language schools available; moderate opportunities for language exchange.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
79%
Weight: 10
Good variety of local tours, especially related to wine, music, and nature.
🎳 Indoors Fun
50%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options; some museums and cultural venues.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
70%
Weight: 25
High-quality food options with Swiss and international cuisine but expensive.
🧠 Yoga Studios
55%
Weight: 10
A few yoga studios available but not widespread.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
60%
Weight: 15
Decent fitness centers and outdoor exercise options.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
74%
Weight: 15
Good availability of organic and health-focused food stores and restaurants.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
78%
Weight: 20
Central European Time is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
42%
Weight: 25
Limited networking events for digital nomads; more business-focused events.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
50%
Weight: 20
Local job market is strong but limited remote-specific roles.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
45%
Weight: 20
Small freelance community; more prevalent in larger Swiss cities.
🏢 Coworking Quality
60%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are well-equipped but few in number.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
37%
Weight: 15
Montreux has limited startup activity compared to Zurich or Geneva.
💳 Local Payment Services
75%
Weight: 10
Modern payment infrastructure with wide acceptance of cards and mobile payments.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Switzerland is crypto-friendly but Montreux itself has limited adoption.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
68%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Geneva, about an hour away with good connections.
🚇 Public Transit
79%
Weight: 20
Efficient regional trains and buses; well integrated with Swiss transport network.
🚶 Walkability
83%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
40%
Weight: 15
Limited Uber and similar services; taxis are available but expensive.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Some cycling paths but hilly terrain can be challenging.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
87%
Weight: 15
Excellent train connections to major Swiss and European cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
52%
Weight: 10
Limited e-scooter and bike rental services compared to larger cities.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
91%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G/5G coverage throughout the city and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
VPN services work reliably with no known restrictions.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
98%
Weight: 15
Highly reliable and stable power supply.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available but limited in coverage and speed.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
30%
Weight: 40
Switzerland has strict visa policies; obtaining long-term stay visas is challenging.
📊 Tax Friendliness
40%
Weight: 30
High taxes and social contributions; complex tax system for foreigners.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
95%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
97%
Weight: 20
Very stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking regulations are strict; opening accounts can be bureaucratic for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Business registration is possible but involves complex procedures and costs.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
Switzerland does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads despite high quality of life.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
35%
Weight: 25
Few nomad-specific events; more general expat gatherings.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
48%
Weight: 20
Small but growing online presence for digital nomads in Montreux.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
96%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
87%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and respectful environment for women.
✊ Racial Tolerance
75%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; Switzerland is diverse but occasional challenges exist.