10 Countries where Happiness Is at Home - World Happiness Report

Every year, the World Happiness Report provides information about the countries with the highest happiness rate. Where are people happiest? So which country or city is it worth to travel to in order to experience the positive spirit? For more than 3 years now, Finland has been in 1st place. But Canada is also in the top 10. Find out where your next trip should go and let the happiness of the country pass to you.

In 2021, 149 countries were examined under certain criteria. In addition to life expectancy, the freedom of the respective country, the economic situation and social networks, other aspects were examined last year due to the corona pandemic. These include social interaction, which has changed significantly due to the restrictions, and mental health. Below you will find the 10 happiest countries in the world for 2021, taking into account the current situation.

1. Finland

For 3 years, Finland has been at the top of the World Happiness Reports . People in Finland are the happiest. The healthy life expectancy and the social components are particularly high there. The freedom of the country's inhabitants also plays a major role. Finland is therefore ahead with 7889 points. Therefore, travelers can not only enjoy the wonderful landscape, but also enjoy happiness at the same time. Many lakes, seas and national parks ensure a happy time. And if luck is on your side, you can even see the northern Lights in Finland.

2. Iceland

In the last 2 years it has been quite quiet in Iceland. But the inhabitants were still able to enjoy the wonderful landscape. By evaluating the criteria, Iceland made it to the 2nd place of the happiest country in the world. In the coming period, tourists will be able to marvel at the fascinating geysers, volcanoes, waterfalls and hot springs again.

Iceland /pixabay Ludo-Photos

3. Denmark

This country has been among the top 5 countries with the happiest people for many years. in 2021, Denmark made it to the 3rd place. Denmark is close to the Scandinavian countries and connects Europe with happiness. So it stands to reason that the people there are also satisfied. Wonderful scenery and the living conditions contribute to being happy there. Impressive royal palaces and colorful houses create a good mood.

4. Switzerland

Switzerland is ranked 4th in the World Happiness Report 2021. Due to the high gross domestic products, most people live there in financial security. Picturesquely nestled between Austria, Canada, Italy and France, this country offers much more. Impressive mountains and lush green valleys offer a lot to discover.

5. The Netherlands

If you want to feel the happiness, you can also travel to the country in 5th place this year - the Netherlands. In addition to many wonderful bicycle paths, the impressive capital Amsterdam and many canals, there are also happy people here. Let yourself be infected by the happiness of the country and plan your next trip.

Netherlands, Amsterdam / pixabay RalfGervink

6. Sweden

Sweden is also one of the countries with the highest happiness rate. Many forests, lakes, glaciated mountains and many coastal islands ensure a high level of living comfort. Especially away from the capitals there is a lot of nature and a high life expectancy. The strong support in the field of social and a lot of freedom of life catapult Sweden to 6th place in the World Happiness Report.

7. Canada

Last year, Canada also made it into the top 10. Especially due to the restrictions, many Germans became aware of the privileged situation they are in. In 2020, Canada was still in 17th place. Berlin and Frankfurt even made it into the top 20 cities.

8. Norway

The Scandinavian countries with happy people are now joined by Norway. In recent years, the Norway even further ahead in the happiness ranking . But the Scandinavian countries are all doing particularly well with luck. There, the small pleasures of everyday life are more appreciated, since the resources and income are also mostly satisfactory. Most residents do not have to worry about the future.

Norway and its architecture / pixabay Michelle_Raponi

9. New Zealand

New Zealand is in 9th place and thus joins the other European countries. It is the only one that is not located in Europe and is in the top 10. The social support system is so pronounced there that New Zealand hosts mostly happy people. Many spectacular natural phenomena complement the happy feeling that one receives in this country.

10. Austria

Life expectancy is also particularly high in Austria and so our neighboring country just makes it into the top 10. In addition to many hiking trails and scenic advantages, the inhabitants are also very satisfied thanks to the well-rated gross domestic product. The combination of standard of living and balancing nature is Austria's secret recipe.

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