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🇨🇭 Switzerland Public Holidays 2025

Switzerland has 4 national public holidays in 2025 that apply everywhere, and 23 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. There are no more public holidays in Switzerland for 2025.

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe, or Switzerland public holidays 2027 to book next year's leave early.

All Public Holidays 2025

23 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2025
New Year's Day
Neujahr
National
2 January 2025
St. Berchtold's Day
Berchtoldstag
Regional
6 January 2025
Epiphany
Heilige Drei Könige
Regional
1 March 2025
Republic Day
Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik
Regional
19 March 2025
Saint Joseph's Day
Josefstag
Regional
4 April 2025
Näfels procession
Näfelser Fahrt
Regional
18 April 2025
Good Friday
Karfreitag
Regional
21 April 2025
Easter Monday
Ostermontag
Regional
1 May 2025
Labour Day
Tag der Arbeit
Regional
29 May 2025
Ascension Day
Auffahrt
National
9 June 2025
Whit Monday
Pfingstmontag
Regional
19 June 2025
Corpus Christi
Fronleichnam
Regional
29 June 2025
Saint Peter and Saint Paul
Peter und Paul
Regional
1 August 2025
Swiss National Day
Bundesfeier
National
15 August 2025
Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Maria Himmelfahrt
Regional
11 September 2025
Geneva Prayday
Jeûne genevois
Regional
21 September 2025
Federal Day of Thanksgiving
Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag
Regional
22 September 2025
Federal Fast Monday
Bettagsmontag
Regional
1 November 2025
All Saints' Day
Allerheiligen
Regional
8 December 2025
Immaculate Conception
Mariä Empfängnis
Regional
25 December 2025
Christmas Day
Weihnachten
National
26 December 2025
St. Stephen's Day
Stephanstag
Regional
31 December 2025
Restoration Day
Restauration de la République
Regional

Bridge Days 2025 — Best time-off deals

St. Berchtold's Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 3 Jan 2025 off → 2 Jan 2025 to 5 Jan 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Labour Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 2 May 2025 off → 1 May 2025 to 4 May 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Ascension Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 30 May 2025 off → 29 May 2025 to 1 Jun 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 20 Jun 2025 off → 19 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Geneva Prayday
1 leave day4 days off
Take 12 Sept 2025 off → 11 Sept 2025 to 14 Sept 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2025?+
Switzerland has 4 national public holidays in 2025 that apply everywhere, and 23 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included.
What is the next public holiday in Switzerland?+
There are no more public holidays in Switzerland for 2025.
Are public holidays paid days off in Switzerland?+
In Switzerland, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Regional holidays may vary by employer. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.
Can I add Switzerland public holidays to my calendar?+
Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file that works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook.
What are bridge days in Switzerland?+
Bridge days are working days between a public holiday and a weekend. By taking 1 bridge day off, you can get 4 or more consecutive days off. See the bridge days section above for the best opportunities in 2025.
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