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Observance Holiday Regional: CH-SZ, CH-TI, CH-UR

Epiphany

January 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
SAT 03 Weekend
SUN 04 Weekend
MON 05 Bridge Day
TUE 06 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on January 5

📣 Traveler notes

Switzerland is a wealthy, mountainous, and neutral country recognized for high living standards and strict adherence to rules.

  • Public holidays are managed at the cantonal level and may vary.
  • Official holiday schedules are available on cantonal government websites.
  • Value organization and integrity. Strict punctuality is expected. Always obtain permission before photographing people or recording videos. Maintain cleanliness by using designated recycling bins. On Sundays, keep noise levels low, as many shops and businesses are closed. Learn basic local greetings (German, French, or Italian) and use polite phrasing when making requests.

About this holiday

Epiphany (Theophany) is a Christian feast commemorating the visit of the Magi, the baptism of Jesus, and the wedding at Cana.