Whether you’re in Zurich, Basel, Bern or Lausanne – City Mates helps you build a social life in Switzerland. No swiping, just real connections.
Switzerland is beautiful. But arriving here can feel lonely.
New job, new country, new chapter – but what about new people?
Whether you’ve just moved to Zurich, Basel, Lausanne, Bern, Lucerne or Winterthur – the challenge is the same:
👉 How do you actually meet people outside of work or university?
City Mates was created to answer exactly that question.
Here’s how to build your social life in Switzerland – even if you don’t speak German (or French), even if you just arrived.
Let’s be honest: most expats aren’t looking for dates – they’re looking for connection.
City Mates lets you join small local events in your city – coffee meetups, language exchanges, game nights, outdoor walks, etc.
No pressure, no algorithms, just real people who want to meet others too.
We know Zurich is a hotspot – but what if you live in Basel, Lausanne, or even St. Gallen?
Good news: Our community is growing across Switzerland.
Check the app to see what’s happening in your area – or be the first to create your own event and kick things off.
City Mates events are small and curated. No 50-person parties. No strangers approaching you out of nowhere.
Instead, it’s cozy, real, and based on shared interest.
Most members are just like you: new in town, open-minded, and looking for connection.
It’s easy to stay home. But connection only happens when you put yourself out there – just a little.
Say yes to one event. Ask a question in the chat. Smile at someone new.
One small moment might lead to lifelong friends.
Switzerland is full of amazing people – but many of them won’t approach you on the street.
That’s why City Mates creates the space for real social interaction to happen – no awkwardness, no expectations.
👉 Whether you’re in Zurich or Zermatt – explore your local events now:
