Public Holidays in Switzerland in 2025
In Switzerland, public holidays 2025 differ by canton, highlighting the country’s cultural and religious diversity. However, certain dates are observed nationwide. Here’s an overview of Switzerland’s public holidays in 2025, with a focus on cantonal specifics:
Public National Holidays in 2025:
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
- Ascension: Thursday, May 29, 2025.
- Swiss National Day: Friday, August 1, 2025.
- Christmas: Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Cantonal Holidays in 2025:
- Berchtold’s Day (January 2): Celebrated in the cantons of Aargau, Bern, Fribourg, Glarus, Jura, Lucerne, Obwalden, Schaffhausen, Thurgau, and Vaud.
- Epiphany (January 6): Observed in the cantons of Graubünden, Lucerne, Schwyz, Ticino, and Uri.
- Republic Day (March 1): Specific to the canton of Neuchâtel.
- St. Joseph’s Day (March 19): Celebrated in the cantons of Graubünden, Lucerne, Nidwalden, Schwyz, Ticino, Uri, and Valais.
- Fahrtsfest (April 3): Exclusive to the canton of Glarus.
- Good Friday (April 18): Observed in all cantons except Ticino and Valais.
- Easter Monday (April 21): Celebrated in all cantons except Neuchâtel, Solothurn, Valais, and Zug.
- Labour Day (May 1): Recognized in the cantons of Basel-Landschaft, Basel-Stadt, Jura, Lucerne, Neuchâtel, Schaffhausen, Solothurn, Thurgau, Ticino, and Zurich.
- Whit Monday (June 9): Celebrated in all cantons except Neuchâtel, Solothurn, Valais, and Zug.
- Corpus Christi (June 19): Observed in the cantons of Appenzell Innerrhoden, Aargau, Fribourg, Jura, Lucerne, Nidwalden, Obwalden, Schwyz, Ticino, Uri, Valais, and Zug.
- Jura Independence Day (June 23): Specific to the canton of Jura.
- St. Peter and Paul (June 29): Celebrated in the cantons of Graubünden and Ticino.
- Assumption (August 15): Observed in the cantons of Aargau, Appenzell Innerrhoden, Fribourg, Jura, Lucerne, Nidwalden, Obwalden, Solothurn, Schwyz, Ticino, Uri, Valais, and Zug.
- Geneva Fast (September 11): Exclusive to the canton of Geneva.
- Federal Fast Monday (September 22): Celebrated in the canton of Vaud.
- St. Maurice Day (September 22): Observed in the canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden.
- St. Nicholas of Flüe Day (September 25): Specific to the canton of Obwalden.
- All Saints’ Day (November 1): Celebrated in the cantons of Aargau, Appenzell Innerrhoden, Fribourg, Jura, Lucerne, Nidwalden, Obwalden, Schwyz, Ticino, Uri, Valais, and Zug.
- Immaculate Conception (December 8): Celebrated in the cantons of Aargau, Appenzell Innerrhoden, Fribourg, Graubünden, Lucerne, Nidwalden, Obwalden, Schwyz, Ticino, Uri, Valais, and Zug.
- Christmas Eve (December 24): Observed in the canton of Glarus.
- St. Stephen’s Day (December 26): Celebrated in all cantons except Geneva, Jura, Neuchâtel, Solothurn, Valais, Vaud, and Zug.
- New Year’s Eve (December 31): Celebrated in the canton of Glarus.
- Restoration of the Republic (December 31): Specific to the canton of Geneva.
Important Considerations:
These 2025 public holidays in Switzerland may vary within cantons and communes. Additionally, some businesses or institutions may observe additional or alternative public holidays. It is advisable to consult the official calendars of each canton or municipality for precise information.
For residents and visitors, knowing these 2025 public holidays in Switzerland is essential for planning activities, travel, or administrative tasks, as many public services and businesses may be closed on these dates.
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