5 Best Places to Retire in Europe

2. Berlin, Germany

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Berlin, Germany’s multicultural, cosmopolitan city, makes it to our list of best places to retire in Europe due to its rich cultural scene, excellent transportation infrastructure, and wide recreational opportunities. Compared to other major European cities, the cost of living is relatively affordable at $1,179 per person. To retire here, Non-EU nationals need to apply for a temporary residence permit (Aufenthaltserlaubnis) during their initial 90 days’ visit.