In 2024, Switzerland has 33 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is May, with 7. 3 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 10 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 6 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Epiphany (January 6) to Republic Day (March 1): 55 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is Restoration Day (December 31).
Long weekends in 2024
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Monday
Republic Day
March 1 · Friday
Good Friday
March 29 · Friday
Easter Monday
April 1 · Monday
Easter Monday
April 1 · Monday
Whit Monday
May 20 · Monday
Whit Monday
May 20 · Monday
Federal Fast Monday
September 16 · Monday
All Saints' Day
November 1 · Friday
All Saints' Day
November 1 · Friday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2024?+
Switzerland has 33 official public holidays in 2024, with May being the busiest month (7).
What is the first public holiday of 2024 in Switzerland?+
The first public holiday of 2024 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Switzerland in 2024?+
10 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2024 holidays fall on a weekend in Switzerland?+
6 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Epiphany (January 6), Epiphany (January 6), Saint Peter and Saint Paul (June 29), Federal Day of Thanksgiving (September 15), Immaculate Conception (December 8), Immaculate Conception (December 8).