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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Ascension Day
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Mostly closed
- Restaurants Mostly closed
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
4-Day Block
THU
14
Holiday
FRI
15
Bridge Day
SAT
16
Weekend
SUN
17
Weekend
4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 15
📣 Traveler notes
Switzerland is a mountainous nation recognized globally for its democracy, neutrality, and high standard of living. Visitors should respect the local emphasis on cleanliness, organization, and privacy.
- Public holiday observances are managed at the cantonal level and may vary significantly.
- Key holidays include New Year's Day (Jan 1st), Good Friday, Easter Monday, and Ascension.
- Ascension Day is observed 39 days after Easter.
About this holiday
Ascension Day is a celebration honoring fathers, fatherhood, and paternal bonds. Specific observances and dates vary across different regions, and it complements other family celebrations like Mother's Day.