10 Countries with the Best Work-Life Balance

Denmark

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Netherlands

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Sweden

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Norway

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Germany

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Switzerland

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Australia

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New Zealand

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France

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10 Countries with the Best Work-Life Balance

10 Countries with the Best Work-Life Balance

Denmark

Denmark

The average workweek is 37 hours, with 5 weeks of vacation. Danes prioritize quality family and leisure time

The average workweek is 37 hours, with 5 weeks of vacation. Danes prioritize quality family and leisure time

Netherlands

Netherlands

Many work a 4-day week and have flexible schedules, making time for personal pursuits and family life.

Many work a 4-day week and have flexible schedules, making time for personal pursuits and family life.

Sweden

Sweden

Employers support a 6-hour workday and regular ‘fika’ breaks, which encourage socializing and relaxation.

Employers support a 6-hour workday and regular ‘fika’ breaks, which encourage socializing and relaxation.

Norway

Norway

Averages 37.5 work hours per week and offers generous parental leave, emphasizing outdoor activities and well-being.

Averages 37.5 work hours per week and offers generous parental leave, emphasizing outdoor activities and well-being.

Germany

Germany

Employers limit overtime and ensure a 30-day vacation. Personal time is respected after work hours.

Employers limit overtime and ensure a 30-day vacation. Personal time is respected after work hours.

Switzerland

Switzerland

Employees earn high salaries with strong job security, enabling time for family, nature, and hobbies.

Employees earn high salaries with strong job security, enabling time for family, nature, and hobbies.

Australia

Australia

Average work hours are 36-38 per week, with a culture that values sports, beaches, and the great outdoors.

Average work hours are 36-38 per week, with a culture that values sports, beaches, and the great outdoors.

New Zealand

New Zealand

Focuses on balance with 4 weeks of paid leave and time for both adventure and family activities.

Focuses on balance with 4 weeks of paid leave and time for both adventure and family activities.

France

France

With a 35-hour workweek and nearly 6 weeks of vacation, France encourages leisure and family time.

With a 35-hour workweek and nearly 6 weeks of vacation, France encourages leisure and family time.