Public holidays 2027 in the canton of Bern
The canton of Bern has 9 statutory holidays in 2027; 5 fall on a weekday. 1 bridge day(s) allow long weekends.
Statutory holidays 2027
| Date | Holiday | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 1, | New Year's Day | nationwide |
| Saturday, January 2, | Berchtold's Day | cantonal · 4 of 26 cantons · weekend |
| Friday, March 26, | Good Friday | cantonal · 24 of 26 cantons |
| Monday, March 29, | Easter Monday | cantonal · 17 of 26 cantons |
| Thursday, May 6, | Ascension Day | nationwide |
| Monday, May 17, | Whit Monday | cantonal · 17 of 26 cantons |
| Sunday, August 1, | Swiss National Day | nationwide · weekend |
| Saturday, December 25, | Christmas Day | nationwide · weekend |
| Sunday, December 26, | St. Stephen's Day | cantonal · 15 of 26 cantons · weekend |
Half, regional and customary holidays
- Mon, 20 SepFederal Fast Mondaynot statutory, off in some municipalities
Bridge days and long weekends 2027
- Fri, 7 May off (Ascension Day) → 4 days off
At least three days off without leave: Fri, 1 Jan–Sun, 3 Jan (3 days, New Year's Day + Berchtold's Day) · Fri, 26 Mar–Mon, 29 Mar (4 days, Good Friday + Easter Monday) · Sat, 15 May–Mon, 17 May (3 days, Whit Monday)
What is special in Bern
- Berchtold's Day (Sat, 2 Jan) is a holiday here — only in 4 of 26 cantons.
Frequently asked
How many public holidays does Bern have in 2027?
9 statutory holidays, 5 of them on a weekday. That is rank 16 of 26. Plus 1 partial or customary days (Federal Fast Monday).
Is Good Friday 2027 a holiday in Bern?
Yes, on Friday, March 26, 2027.
Is 1 May 2027 a holiday in Bern?
No, 1 May is not a holiday in Bern.
Is 2 January a holiday in Bern?
Yes — Saturday, January 2, 2027.
Which bridge days are there in Bern in 2027?
Friday, May 7, 2027 (Ascension Day, 4 days off).
Holidays 2027 in other cantons
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Source: Federal Office of Justice list and cantonal law; dates computed, no guarantee. Method and sources