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⭐ The Zurich Female Friendship Cheat Sheet
What women who succeed socially in Zurich do differently? —Here is our answer, backed by psychology & real-life experience. Making friends as an adult is hard. Making friends as a woman in Zurich? That’s a different challenge altogether. It’s not just you. Zurich is beautiful, safe, efficient — and emotionally cold if you don’t know how to tap into its social rhythms. People don’t chat at bars. Strangers rarely spark conversations. Friendships grow slowly, cautiously, deliber
Vivian Yu
Dec 10, 20254 min read


10 Things Every Expat Woman in Zurich Should Know in Winter
Discover our top 10 essential tips for every expat Woman winter Zurich. Stay warm, safe, and connected with our top 10 insights for Woman winter Zurich. 1. Always Carry Cash for Small Winter Treats From roasted chestnuts to tiny Christmas stalls , many small vendors don’t accept cards. Keep a few francs in your coat pocket — it saves you every time. 2. Winter Boots Need Real Grip (Not Fashion Grip) Zurich sidewalks get icy, especially on hills like Lindenhof or quiet neig
Vivian Yu
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Hidden Gems for Students and Newcomers in Zurich
Find out more about great student resources at the University of Zurich and ETH - ideal for exchange students or new students.
Vivian Yu
Nov 4, 2025


Learning to Belong — My Quiet Journey from China to Zurich Through Yoga and Art
I moved from China to Zurich one and a half years ago. It wasn’t my first time living abroad — during my university years, I was surrounded by international students from everywhere. Friendship formed easily in that world. We studied together, cooked together, healed our homesickness through laughter and late-night noodles. Community was simply part of daily life. I want to find my female community and female friendship in Zurich as well. Here in Zurich, life feels… different
Vivian Yu
Oct 15, 2025
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