From leaving the office on time to setting aside space for relaxation, we all know what constitutes as maintaining an optimum work-life balance, but achieving it all of the time can sometimes feel far-off for most – especially if you live in a fast-paced city like London.

As we enter a new year, maybe now’s the time to make a change and switch to a country that values a whole lot of leisure time?

But where to fly off to? Fear not because a recent report from TotallyMoney has done all of the leg work for you. By looking at how much leisure time is offered and minimum working hours, they have found which European countries are coming out on top for providing a great work-life balance for its citizens.

“It’s important whatever business you’re in to make sure you get some downtime, for personal time and for spending time with family,” said Joe Gardiner, head of brand and communications for TotallyMoney.

“But it looks like the best place to go to really get a balance is northern Europe.”

Here are the top 10 countries that scored highly in Europe:

10. Belgium

The best country for maintaining a work-life balance has been revealed