Life, work and wellbeing in Brainport

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In the Brainport Eindhoven region, innovation and quality of life go hand in hand. As one of Europe’s leading high tech ecosystems, the region offers not only career and study opportunities, but also a safe, accessible and internationally oriented place to live. Eindhoven ranks 3rd in the Numbeo Quality of Life Index by City 2026, reflecting the strong balance between economic opportunity and everyday wellbeing.

Life in Brainport is shaped by a combination of factors that support both personal and professional growth. From a well-connected urban environment and green surroundings to a vibrant international community, the region offers space to build your future. Whether you are working, studying or collaborating, you will find an ecosystem where people, organisations and ideas come together.

On this page, you can explore what daily life in the Brainport region looks like, from housing and mobility to healthcare, education and community. Discover how the region supports not only innovation, but also a high quality of life for people and families from around the world.

A well-connected hub

All roads lead to Brainport Eindhoven. The region, located in the south of the Netherlands, in the Brabant region, is at the heart of Europe. Brainport Eindhoven is a stone's throw away from the rest of Europe thanks to the Eindhoven airport, and great transport infrastructure. But that’s not the only reason it’s a well-connected hub, it’s also thanks to its people. The residents of Brainport Eindhoven are always there to help. Thanks to its big networking spirit and social connection, the region keeps moving forward.

Transportation at your finger tips

Social connection & networking

Help settling in

Career & Opportunities

Many Dutch and internationals move to the Brainport region for a better career opportunity, and they are right to do so. For those living in the region, they not only get career growth but also a better life for them and their loved ones. It starts from a unique and high-end study environment to family and spouse support. Brainport Eindhoven is more than just a job in tech, it’s also the place where you can develop your better self.

Career growth

Unique study environment

Work-life balance

Work culture

Family & partner support

Dutch & International Lifestyle

If there’s something that makes the Brainport region stand out from other tech regions and the Netherlands as a whole, is its multicultural community. The region is where a melting pot of cultures meet and coexist. While the internationals embrace the Dutch culture, language and bike habits, they also find comfort in its nature, great quality of life and an inclusive society. The Dutch learn from other cultures, their customs, and welcome newcomers with great levels of English. In the end, we are all one community living in one of Europe’s most innovative regions.

High levels of English

Inclusive multicultural community

Happy country

Bikes & nature

Great quality of life

PSV community

How We Innovate

The Brainport region's distinctive feature is its innovative spirit. Its residents pride themselves on their innovative work and the way that, through collaboration, they can solve the toughest societal challenges for a better future not just for them but for the rest of the world. This inquisitive mindset is why we are 'The Home of Pioneers.'