What Coliving.frilingue does

Coliving.frilingue, operated by Relais de Dranse SA, is a Swiss hospitality company running a network of mountain-focused coliving spaces targeted at digital nomads and remote workers. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Liddes, Valais, the company operates five physical locations — Coliving Relais de Dranse (Liddes), Coliving Petit Velan (Bourg-St-Pierre), Coliving Adrenalin (Braunwald), Coliving Bern, and Studio Bansko (Bulgaria) — with a sixth property, Coliving Montenegro, closed for renovations in 2025. The portfolio provides approximately 200+ beds across shared dormitories and private rooms, with coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and 50-100 Mbps WiFi at every location. The Pass Saint Bernard, offered exclusively to residents at ~90 CHF/year, integrates regional ski resorts and 20+ summer activities into the core value proposition.

The business model is multi-stream and direct-to-consumer. Primary revenue comes from nightly/weekly/monthly coliving rentals priced from ~200 CHF/week for dormitories to ~975 CHF per 28 nights for private rooms, with all bookings processed via the company's own website and the proprietary myaccessing.app platform (no OTA intermediaries). Ancillary revenue streams include Nomad Workations (1-3 week all-inclusive packages from 650 EUR), Nomad Fest events (Switzerland and partner with Bansko, the largest nomad festival in the world), and the related Frilingue Language Camps youth program (English, French, German), which hires 200+ seasonal staff at peak. A distinctive volunteer/Stay&Help architecture — where participants contribute 25 hours per week in exchange for accommodation, food, and ski passes — materially reduces variable labor costs and creates a self-reinforcing community pipeline. Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, amplified by content creator partnerships and ambassador relationships with digital nomad communities (Digital Nomad Israel, Digital Nomads World, HomeAwe).

The technology layer is intentionally lightweight: cloud-based booking infrastructure, WhatsApp and Slack for community coordination, and the custom myaccessing.app for ancillary bookings (transfers, equipment, excursions, drink deliveries). There are no patents, no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, and no formal compliance certifications. Operational leadership is concentrated in two co-founders — Stefan Stolwijk (Liddes, Bourg-St-Pierre) and Philipp Weber (Braunwald, Montenegro) — supported by on-site community managers and seasonal staff. Revenue is not publicly disclosed and no external funding rounds have been recorded.

Name

Coliving.frilingue

Legal name

Relais de Dranse SA

Website

https://coliving.frilingue.ch

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Coliving.frilingue is a Swiss hospitality company operating five coliving spaces across Switzerland, Bulgaria, and Montenegro (closed 2025), providing ~200+ beds, coworking, and community programming for digital nomads and remote workers, supplemented by owned Nomad Fest events, Nomad Workations, and a volunteer labor-exchange model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Coliving / Hospitality Services

NAICS

Rooming and Boarding Houses, Dormitories, and Workers' Camps (7213)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Coliving (Monthly, Shared Amenities) (THAMAFAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Co-Living Hostels (Work+Stay / Digital Nomad) (THAGAGAF)

Keywords

• Coliving accommodations
• Digital nomad retreats
• Remote work housing
• Workation programs
• Community living spaces

Headquarters

HQ city

Liddes

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Coliving space rentals: Short and medium-term coliving accommodations offered across 5 locations in Switzerland, Montenegro, and Bulgaria. Accommodations range from shared dormitory rooms (4-12 beds) to private double and single rooms. Revenue is generated per-night/per-week/per-month depending on room type and season. Minimum stays vary by program (1 month for volunteers, 2 weeks for workations).
2. Nomad Workations: All-inclusive 1-3 week programs blending remote work and leisure, featuring activities such as skiing, hiking, languages, arts, and yoga. Packages include accommodation, coworking, meals, activities, and excursions. Workations start from 650 EUR/600 CHF for 2 weeks, with longer programs priced accordingly.
3. Nomad Fest events: Annual festival events (Nomad Fest Switzerland, Nomad Fest Bansko) that bring together digital nomads for unconferences, keynotes, networking, and excursions. Revenue comes from ticket sales and associated accommodation/food packages. The 2nd Nomad Fest Switzerland (September 2024) hosted up to 80 digital nomads.
4. Language and ski camps (frilingue.ch): Seasonal language immersion camps for youth (English, French, German) operating year-round with peak seasons in December-March (ski camps) and June-August (summer camps). Hires 200+ seasonal staff during peak. Revenue generated from camp fees, with food and accommodation provided to staff in exchange for wages.
5. Volunteer and Stay&Help programs: Participants contribute 25 hours/week in roles such as community management, content creation, cooking, social media, and general hospitality in exchange for accommodation, meals, and ski/summer passes. No monetary compensation for volunteers; young talent program pays 12-18 EUR/hour. Pre-earn program allows remote work of up to 160 hours from home before arrival.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

Coliving.frilingue operates a network of 5 coliving spaces across Switzerland (Liddes, Bourg-Saint-Pierre, Braunwald), Montenegro (Herceg Novi), and Bulgaria (Bansko), supplemented by a mini-coliving in Bern, providing accommodation and coworking infrastructure for digital nomads and remote workers. Rooms range from shared dormitories (4-12 beds) to private double and single rooms, with pricing starting from approximately 200 CHF/week for dormitories and 500 EUR/month for private spaces. Beyond accommodation, the company sells all-inclusive Nomad Workations (1-3 week blended work/leisure packages from 650 EUR/600 CHF), Nomad Fest event tickets, Pass Saint Bernard regional ski/activity passes (~95 CHF/year), and work-exchange programs (Volunteer, Young Talent, Pre-Earn, Community Manager, Content Creator) where participants contribute 25 hours/week in exchange for accommodation, meals, and seasonal passes.

Product overview

Coliving.frilingue operates a network of 7 coliving spaces across Switzerland, Montenegro, and Bulgaria, offering accommodation combined with coworking infrastructure for digital nomads and remote workers. The portfolio includes Coliving Relais de Dranse (Liddes), Coliving Petit Vélan (Bourg St. Pierre), Coliving Adrenalin (Braunwald), Swiss Alps Coliving (Liddes), Coliving Bern, Coliving Montenegro, and Studio Bansko. These are complemented by experiential products including Nomad Workations, Nomad Fest events, and Peer-to-Peer Academies. The company also offers volunteer, young talent, pre-earn, community manager, and content creator programs that combine work exchange with accommodation. Additional services include an Extras Booking Service for transfers, equipment rental, and excursions, as well as a Pass St. Bernard offering ski resort and activity access. Frilingue Language Camps operate as a related sub-brand offering youth language education programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nomad Workation: 1 to 3-week events that blend work and leisure
• Nomad Fest
• Peer-to-Peer Academies
• Pass St. Bernard
• Nomad Fest Switzerland

Products and services

• Coliving Relais de Dranse Coliving space in Liddes, Switzerland with 9 rooms accommodating up to 40 persons, featuring shared rooms, coworking area, kitchen, billiards, table tennis, piano, campfire place, and garden. Open April-June and August-December.
• Coliving Petit Velan Coliving space in Bourg-Saint-Pierre, Switzerland with 4 private rooms and 3 shared rooms (24 beds total), featuring a well-equipped kitchen, bar, lounge, workspace, and infrared sauna. Open year-round.
• Coliving Adrenalin Coliving space in Braunwald, Switzerland with 29 rooms and 85 beds, featuring a bar/restaurant, billiards, darts, self-cooking kitchen, lounge, terrace, and game room. Open year-round.
• Swiss Alps Coliving Coliving home in Liddes with 10 rooms accommodating up to 22 persons, featuring a large kitchen, bar, dining area, and workspace. Located 12 minutes from Relais de Dranse.
• Coliving Bern Mini-coliving apartment in Bern, Switzerland with 2 rooms accommodating up to 4 persons. Features Art Nouveau style, large kitchen, garden access, and proximity to tram/S-Bahn stations.
• Coliving Montenegro Coliving space in Herceg Novi, Montenegro with 5 rooms overlooking mountains and sea. Herceg Novi and Igalo are within walking distance. Closed for renovations in 2025.
• Studio Bansko Studio apartment in Bansko, Bulgaria within Greenlife resort, featuring double bed, sofa, TV, small kitchen, bathroom, and balcony. Close to ski station and Coworking Bansko.
• Auberge des Alpes Coliving space in Liddes, Switzerland with 10 rooms accommodating up to 22 colivers. Features spacious kitchen, dining area, and mountain-view workspace.
• Nomad Workations 1 to 3-week all-inclusive events blending remote work and leisure, featuring activities like skiing, hiking, languages, arts, yoga, and more. Starting from 650 EUR/600 CHF for 2 weeks including accommodation, coworking, meals, and activities.
• Nomad Fest Annual festival format bringing digital nomads together for learning, featuring keynote speakers, unconferences, and networking events. Held in Switzerland and Bansko, Bulgaria.
• Peer-to-Peer Academies One-week immersive learning experiences where participants share expertise through hands-on workshops and group activities, covering diverse topics for digital nomads.
• Volunteer Program Work-exchange program requiring 25 hours per week in exchange for food, accommodation, and ski pass. Minimum 1-month stay.
• Young Talent Program Stay-and-help program requiring 25 hours per week for skilled individuals in marketing, web design, or construction. Paid 12-18 EUR/hour plus accommodation, food, and seasonal pass.
• Pre-Earn Program Remote work program allowing up to 160 hours from home before arrival to offset stay costs. Covers marketing, web design, and construction skills.
• Community Manager Program On-site community management role requiring 25 hours per week with minimum 3-month stay. Includes food, accommodation, and seasonal pass.
• Content Creator Program Content creation opportunity for experienced creators with online presence. Covers outdoor sports and ski/snowboard activities. Locations in Liddes and Braunwald; free accommodation, ski pass, and gear provided in exchange for content coverage.
• Extras Booking Service Online booking system (myaccessing.app) for additional services including airport transfers, ski/hiking equipment, excursions, and beverage delivery.
• Pass Saint Bernard Annual regional pass offering access to 3 ski resorts in winter and over 20 summer activities, plus free bus transfers in the Saint Bernard region for 95 CHF per year (90 CHF group rate for 20+ persons, 29-40 CHF summer).

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80 digital nomads per Nomad Fest event connecting, learning, and networking
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Nomad FestflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 September 2024Coliving.frilingue owns and organizes Nomad Fest Switzerland (2nd edition September 2024, up to 80 attendees) and is the venue host for the Bansko Nomad Fest, described as the world's largest nomad festival. Nomad Fest is a core marketing and revenue channel, combining unconferences, keynotes, networking, and community building. The company provides venues, accommodation, coworking, and food; Nomad Fest provides the event format and community.
• Nomad WorkationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDedicated platform (nomad-workation.com) for 1-3 week all-inclusive workation programs. Programs blend remote work with leisure activities (skiing, hiking, languages, arts, yoga). Packages include Coliving.frilingue accommodation, coworking, activities, and meals. Revenue is shared or the platform drives direct bookings.
• Digital Nomads Israel (Dean Kuchel)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerDean Kuchel, founder of Digital Nomads Israel (42,000+ active members), serves as a Nomad Fest community ambassador. He receives free entry to Nomad Fest, commission on confirmed accommodations for his community members, and speaking opportunities. His community is a significant source of qualified digital nomad attendees.
• Digital Nomads World (Yair Sterman & Amichai Ben David)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFounders of Digital Nomads World platform (active social network, city guides, remote job listings) serve as Nomad Fest ambassadors. They bring their community of location-independent lifestyle seekers to Nomad Fest events.
• HomeAwe (Yazan Badarny)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerYazan Badarny, founder of HomeAwe (volunteer and internship programs for Palestinians), is a Nomad Fest community ambassador. A volunteer backpacker, influencer, and content creator who brings a global community focused on volunteerism and cultural exchange.
• Pass Saint BernardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive regional pass covering 3 ski resorts (Vichères-Liddes, La Fouly, Champex-Lac) and Verbier-4 Vallées (412 km of pistes), plus 20+ summer activities and free bus transfers in the Saint Bernard region. Offered to all coliving residents at group rates (90 CHF/year winter, 29-40 CHF summer). The pass is central to the Swiss coliving value proposition.
• myaccessing.appcoreTechnology or IntegrationCustom booking and management platform for Coliving.frilingue extras including ski passes, equipment rentals, airport transfers, excursions, and drink deliveries. Also handles accommodation add-ons. This is a proprietary digital infrastructure layer enabling the all-inclusive service model.
• SafetyWingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSafetyWing Nomad Insurance is promoted as the recommended insurance for Coliving.frilingue guests given the outdoor activities (hiking, skiing, snowboarding). Linked as a trusted partner for nomad-specific coverage. Coliving.frilingue receives referral traffic from SafetyWing's nomad audience.
• Swiss Federal Railways (SBB)minorOthersPublic transport provider referenced for all Swiss location arrivals. Guests are directed to www.sbb.ch for train schedules and tickets. No formal partnership but integral to guest logistics for all Swiss locations (Liddes, Bourg-St-Pierre, Braunwald, Bern).
• OmiominorOthersTravel booking app recommended to guests as an alternative for purchasing transport tickets to Swiss locations. Referenced across onboarding pages as a ticketing option alongside SBB.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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