Zug

Zug is Switzerland's wealthiest canton and a global hub for commodity trading, crypto assets, and international holding companies. Known as 'Crypto Valley', it hosts the highest concentration of blockchain and web3 companies in the world, alongside traditional commodity giants like Glencore and Vitol. Corporate tax rates significantly below the Swiss average attract multinationals and entrepreneurs from across the globe. The city itself is small and compact — easily walkable — set on the southern shore of Lake Zug with the Alps as a backdrop. Despite its global reputation, Zug retains a quiet, residential character that attracts high-net-worth individuals and their families. The expat community is heavily skewed towards finance, tech, and entrepreneurship. Zurich is 25 minutes by train, providing easy access to the international airport.