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🇨🇭 Switzerland Public Holidays 2026

Switzerland has 23 public holidays in 2026, of which 4 are national public holidays observed across the entire country. The next public holiday in Switzerland is Federal Day of Thanksgiving on 20 September 2026, which is in 7 days.

🇨🇭 Next Public Holiday — Switzerland

Federal Day of Thanksgiving

Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag

20 September 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

23 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2026
New Year's Day
Neujahr
National
2 January 2026
St. Berchtold's Day
Berchtoldstag
Regional
6 January 2026
Epiphany
Heilige Drei Könige
Regional
1 March 2026
Republic Day
Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik
Regional
19 March 2026
Saint Joseph's Day
Josefstag
Regional
3 April 2026
Good Friday
Karfreitag
Regional
4 April 2026
Näfels procession
Näfelser Fahrt
Regional
6 April 2026
Easter Monday
Ostermontag
Regional
1 May 2026
Labour Day
Tag der Arbeit
Regional
14 May 2026
Ascension Day
Auffahrt
National
25 May 2026
Whit Monday
Pfingstmontag
Regional
4 June 2026
Corpus Christi
Fronleichnam
Regional
29 June 2026
Saint Peter and Saint Paul
Peter und Paul
Regional
1 August 2026
Swiss National Day
Bundesfeier
National
15 August 2026
Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Maria Himmelfahrt
Regional
10 September 2026
Geneva Prayday
Jeûne genevois
Regional
20 September 2026
NextFederal Day of Thanksgiving
Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag
Regional
21 September 2026
Federal Fast Monday
Bettagsmontag
Regional
1 November 2026
All Saints' Day
Allerheiligen
Regional
8 December 2026
Immaculate Conception
Mariä Empfängnis
Regional
25 December 2026
Christmas Day
Weihnachten
National
26 December 2026
St. Stephen's Day
Stephanstag
Regional
31 December 2026
Restoration Day
Restauration de la République
Regional

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

Epiphany
1 leave day4 days off
Take 5 Jan 2026 off → 3 Jan 2026 to 6 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Saint Joseph's Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 20 Mar 2026 off → 19 Mar 2026 to 22 Mar 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Ascension Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 15 May 2026 off → 14 May 2026 to 17 May 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 5 Jun 2026 off → 4 Jun 2026 to 7 Jun 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Geneva Prayday
1 leave day4 days off
Take 11 Sept 2026 off → 10 Sept 2026 to 13 Sept 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2026?+
Switzerland has 23 public holidays in 2026, of which 4 are national public holidays observed across the entire country.
What is the next public holiday in Switzerland?+
The next public holiday in Switzerland is Federal Day of Thanksgiving on 20 September 2026, which is in 7 days.
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 2026.
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