Åtvidaberg, Sweden

Capital City

This sleepy Swedish town of 6,963 people is hardly the bustling cosmopolitan hub some expats dream of. The copper mining history and industrial past linger, with the town's fortunes tied to the rise and fall of companies like calculator maker Facit. And while the town is known for its once-strong football team, the financial troubles of that era led to the team's downfall. Those looking to escape the bureaucracy and tedium of modern life may find Åtvidaberg an attractive option, but the town's remote location and limited job opportunities make it a poor fit for the average American seeking a fresh start abroad.