Below you'll find 2021's official holidays for Switzerland. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Switzerland Public Holidays 2021
Switzerland
There are 11 public holidays in Switzerland for 2021. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-01-01 | Fri | New Year's Day |
| 2021-04-02 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2021-04-04 | Sun | Easter Sunday |
| 2021-04-05 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2021-05-13 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2021-05-23 | Sun | Pentecost |
| 2021-05-24 | Mon | Whit Monday |
| 2021-08-01 | Sun | Bundesfeiertag |
| 2021-09-19 | Sun | Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance and Prayer |
| 2021-12-25 | Sat | Christmas Day |
| 2021-12-26 | Sun | Boxing Day |
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Experience Switzerland's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Switzerland's public holidays reflect its diverse cultural heritage and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Swiss culture.
Switzerland Public Holidays 2021
New Year's Day (Neujahrstag) - January 1, 2021
- National public holiday
- Family gatherings and celebrations
- Most businesses closed
Good Friday (Karfreitag) - Variable Date, 2021
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