2031 is the final year in CalendarGlobe's verified Switzerland dataset. Swiss National Day (1 August) falls on a Friday โ automatically creating a three-day weekend for the entire country. Easter Sunday is 13 April. Christmas Day (25 December) falls on a Thursday, with St Stephen's Day (26 December) on a Friday โ creating a natural four-day festive weekend.
Switzerland closes out the 2024โ2031 window with its unique cantonal holiday structure intact: one guaranteed national holiday, and up to 14 additional cantonal holidays depending on location and religious tradition.
Public Holidays 2031
View all โ
Nationwide Public Holidays 2031
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2031 | Wed | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 14 Apr 2031 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 22 May 2031 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Aug 2031 | Fri | Swiss National Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2031 | Thu | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2031
View all regions โ
Aargau โ School Holidays Overview
Winter Break
No break
Easter Break
No break
Pentecost Break
No break
Summer Holidays
No break
Autumn Break
No break
Christmas Break
No break
Holidays by Region
AargauAppenzell InnerrhodenAppenzell AusserrhodenBernBasel-LandschaftBasel-StadtFribourgGenevaGlarusGraubรผndenJuraLucerneNeuchรขtelNidwaldenObwaldenSt. GallenSchaffhausenSolothurnSchwyzThurgauTicinoUriVaudValaisZugZurich
Frequently Asked Questions
How many national public holidays does Switzerland have?
Switzerland has only one federally mandated public holiday: Swiss National Day on 1 August. All other holidays are set by individual cantons, meaning the total varies from about 8 to 15 days depending on where you live.
When is Swiss National Day?
Swiss National Day (Bundesfeiertag) is on 1 August every year. It marks the founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 and is celebrated with fireworks, bonfires on hilltops, and community gatherings across the country.
Why do public holidays differ so much between Swiss cantons?
Switzerland has a highly decentralised federal system. The 26 cantons have broad autonomy, including the right to designate their own public holidays based on local religious traditions and historical events. Catholic cantons observe different holidays than Protestant ones.
Does Switzerland use the Euro?
No. Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF). Switzerland is not a member of the European Union, though it has bilateral agreements with the EU covering trade, free movement of people, and other areas.
Are school holidays the same in all Swiss cantons?
No. School holidays are set at the cantonal level and vary considerably across Switzerland. There is no national school calendar. Even neighbouring cantons can have non-overlapping holiday periods.