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🇨🇭 Switzerland Public Holidays 2027

Switzerland has 4 national public holidays in 2027 that apply everywhere, and 23 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. The next public holiday in Switzerland is New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 days.

🇨🇭 Next Public Holiday — Switzerland

New Year's Day

Neujahr

1 January 2027

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe.

All Public Holidays 2027

23 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2027
NextNew Year's Day
Neujahr
National
2 January 2027
St. Berchtold's Day
Berchtoldstag
Regional
6 January 2027
Epiphany
Heilige Drei Könige
Regional
1 March 2027
Republic Day
Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik
Regional
19 March 2027
Saint Joseph's Day
Josefstag
Regional
26 March 2027
Good Friday
Karfreitag
Regional
29 March 2027
Easter Monday
Ostermontag
Regional
4 April 2027
Näfels procession
Näfelser Fahrt
Regional
1 May 2027
Labour Day
Tag der Arbeit
Regional
6 May 2027
Ascension Day
Auffahrt
National
17 May 2027
Whit Monday
Pfingstmontag
Regional
27 May 2027
Corpus Christi
Fronleichnam
Regional
29 June 2027
Saint Peter and Saint Paul
Peter und Paul
Regional
1 August 2027
Swiss National Day
Bundesfeier
National
15 August 2027
Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Maria Himmelfahrt
Regional
9 September 2027
Geneva Prayday
Jeûne genevois
Regional
19 September 2027
Federal Day of Thanksgiving
Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag
Regional
20 September 2027
Federal Fast Monday
Bettagsmontag
Regional
1 November 2027
All Saints' Day
Allerheiligen
Regional
8 December 2027
Immaculate Conception
Mariä Empfängnis
Regional
25 December 2027
Christmas Day
Weihnachten
National
26 December 2027
St. Stephen's Day
Stephanstag
Regional
31 December 2027
Restoration Day
Restauration de la République
Regional

Bridge Days 2027 — Best time-off deals

Ascension Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 7 May 2027 off → 6 May 2027 to 9 May 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 28 May 2027 off → 27 May 2027 to 30 May 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Saint Peter and Saint Paul
1 leave day4 days off
Take 28 Jun 2027 off → 26 Jun 2027 to 29 Jun 2027 (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 10 Sept 2027 off → 9 Sept 2027 to 12 Sept 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Epiphany
2 leave days5 days off
Take 4 Jan 2027 + 5 Jan 2027 off → 2 Jan 2027 to 6 Jan 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
Regional holiday — not observed everywhere in this country
📅 Download 2027 holidays (.ics)

Works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook

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The download above is a one-time snapshot of Switzerland's holidays. Subscribing adds them to your calendar permanently — next year's dates appear on their own, with no account and nothing to install.

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How to add it
  • Google Calendar — including every Android phone: this has to be done in a web browser at calendar.google.com — the Google Calendar mobile app cannot add calendars by link. Go to Other calendars → From URL, paste the link, and it will sync down to your phone on its own.
  • Apple Calendar (iPhone or Mac): open this link and confirm — it subscribes directly.
  • Outlook: Add calendar → Subscribe from web, then paste the link.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2027?+
Switzerland has 4 national public holidays in 2027 that apply everywhere, and 23 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included.
What is the next public holiday in Switzerland?+
The next public holiday in Switzerland is New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 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 2027.
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