Switzerland Public Holidays 2025
Swiss public life pauses for 11 national holidays during 2025. Holidays run from Neujahr in January through to Stephanstag at the end of the year. Of these, 3 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neujahr | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Karfreitag | April 18, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Ostersonntag | April 20, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Ostermontag | April 21, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Auffahrt | May 29, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Pfingstsonntag | June 8, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Pfingstmontag | June 9, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Bundesfeiertag | August 1, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Eidg. Dank-, Buss- und Bettag | September 21, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Weihnachtstag | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Stephanstag | December 26, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
Expect the most closures around April (3 holidays), so schedule deliveries and appointments with that in mind. Below you will find the full 2025 list for Switzerland, sorted by date, with the weekday marked for quick planning. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2025?
Switzerland has 11 national public holidays in 2025. The first is Neujahr on January 1, 2025 and the last is Stephanstag on December 26, 2025.
What is the first public holiday of 2025 in Switzerland?
The first public holiday of 2025 is Neujahr, which falls on January 1, 2025, a Wednesday.
What is the last public holiday of 2025 in Switzerland?
The final national public holiday of 2025 is Stephanstag on December 26, 2025, a Friday.
Are regional holidays included for Switzerland?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Switzerland are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Switzerland
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Switzerland public holiday calendar across years: