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Ascension Day

May 2028
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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 25 Holiday
FRI 26 Bridge Day
SAT 27 Weekend
SUN 28 Weekend

4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 26

📣 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.