Discover your next community in Zurich

Looking to meet new people and feel more connected in Zurich? Whether you’ve just moved here or want to explore more of what the city has to offer, there are plenty of creative platforms and communities helping people connect — through sports, study groups, and shared experiences.

Here are some of our favourite new spots and student-led projects making it easier (and more fun!) to find your people in Zürich.

1. Meet inspiring women in Zurich with SheConnects

Looking to expand your female circle beyond sports? Check out SheConnects – a community for women in Zurich to find new female friends and join fun social events beyond the court or gym.

If you’re a girl in Zurich struggling to meet other women who inspire and support you, you’re not alone. Between studying, working, and adjusting to city life, it can be tricky to find a community that feels empowering and real - not just another networking event.

That’s where SheConnects comes in. This Zurich-based community creates spaces for women to connect through different events. Whether you’re new to the city or looking to grow your circle, SheConnects helps you meet like-minded women who are ambitious, curious, and supportive.

From casual coffee meetups to speaker nights and career workshops, every event is designed to spark genuine connections and meaningful conversations.

Don't miss out - join SheConnects and discover how empowering it feels to be part of a community that lifts each other up.

2. Unlock Seattle-campus vibes with HiddenSpot

Looking to spice up your student life in Zürich beyond just lectures and workouts? Check out HiddenSpot, the go-to platform for discovering student events, secret hangouts and community groups around Universitat Zurich & ETH Zürich. 

Whether you’re into relaxed terrace chats, midweek social drinks, or discovering new student-run clubs, HiddenSpot makes it easy to plug into Zurich’s social scene. For female students craving both social connection and shared activity vibes (yes, maybe someone who’s game for a run before a rooftop apero?), this is gold.

Check it out, RSVP to your next event and go from campus commuter to community star!

3. Discover sports events in Zurich with Meetli

Meetli is a simple, easy-to-use calendar for all upcoming sports and student activities in Zurich. You can filter by sport type, time, or skill level to find events that match your interests, from yoga sessions to running meetups and climbing groups.

It’s a great tool for discovering new activities, staying active, and meeting people across Zurich’s student community for sports meetup or anything else.

Make sure to check out Meetli and see what’s happening near you this week!

4. Turn Sweat Sessions into Friendships with Sport Mates Züri

Staying consistent with workouts is always easier when you’ve got someone by your side. Sport Mates Züri helps you connect with regular training partners across Zurich, whether you’re into running, gym sessions, or team sports.

Sport Mates Züri is accessible for everyone. It’s the perfect way to meet like-minded people who share your fitness goals and want to train together consistently. Build a routine, stay motivated, and turn workouts into something to look forward to each week!

5. Study Smarter & Connect with UniSync

Balancing classes, exams, and student life in Zurich can be tough, but finding the right study group doesn’t have to be. UniSync helps you connect with classmates, form study groups, and stay motivated throughout the semester. You can match with others based on your courses, schedule, or goals, and make studying a shared experience instead of a solo mission.

Especially for female students on the hunt for a study buddy, maybe someone who’s up for a pre-yoga study session (yoga class arranged on SportBesties 😉), this is a total game-changer. Check out UniSync and turn your study sessions from a solo grind into a collaborative win!

6. Fuel Up & Connect Through Food

At SportBesties, community is built through shared activities and at MoodyFoody, we believe food plays just as important a role in bringing people together. If you’re a student juggling classes, training sessions, and a tight budget,  MoodyFoody offers simple, affordable recipes that help you stay energized and create meaningful moments with your teammates, workout besties, or fellow students.

What is  MoodyFoody? A website created by UZH fellows, filled with fast and budget-friendly recipes designed for student life. Whether you’re preparing a quick meal before heading to practice or hosting a post-game dinner with friends, we’ve got you covered with three simple categories:

• Survival-oriented: super simple meals you can cook together after a long training day

• Budget-oriented: low-cost dishes ideal for team dinners or shared student kitchen

• Time-oriented: quick recipes perfect before a workout, a match or a meet-up

Check out MoodyFoody now!