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Public Holiday
Regional: CH-AG, CH-BE, CH-JU, CH-LU, CH-STADT ZURICH, CH-TG, CH-VD
Saint Berchtold's Day
Friday, January 2, 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
3-Day Block
FRI
02
Holiday
SAT
03
Weekend
SUN
04
Weekend
3-day weekend (January 2 – January 4)
📣 Traveler notes
Switzerland is a mountainous, neutral country noted globally for its high standard of living, strong organization, and commitment to privacy.
- Public holidays are regulated at the cantonal level and may vary.
- Major holidays often include New Year's Day, Good Friday, and Easter Monday.
- Expect that Sunday is generally a designated 'rest day' with many businesses closed.
- The country upholds robust privacy laws and values individual rights.
- Littering is strictly fined, emphasizing proper waste disposal.
- Prices reflect the very high standard of living.
- Respect local rules, particularly quiet hours and noise regulations, as order is highly valued. Punctuality is crucial. Always ask permission before photographing or recording individuals. Clear and direct communication is important. Learning basic greetings in local languages (German, French, or Italian) is appreciated.
About this holiday
Berchtoldstag is an Alemannic holiday observed in Switzerland and Liechtenstein, typically around New Year's Day (Rauhnächte). It is a public holiday in several cantons, with celebratory traditions dating back to the 14th century.