Elena in CH
Your guide to student life in Switzerland
Switzerland is one of the most expensive countries in the world.
Which, let’s be honest, doesn’t sound like the ideal place to live when you’re a broke student. But there are hacks that let you live well here without having to sell a kidney!
In this blog I’m sharing everything I wish I’d known before spending way too much money on things I could’ve easily saved on.
Who’s behind the blog?
Italian by heart, Swiss by circumstance
What you will find here
Real experiences, real prices, real tips.
Eat Well, Spend Less
Eating out in Switzerland is expensive. Cooking at home isn’t – and it’s better.
Views Without the Price Tag
Why pay for the cable car when the trail is free? Hikes and viewpoints around Lucerne.
The CH Cheat Sheet
The practical stuff nobody tells you when you first move here.
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