New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Ticino, Switzerland 2026
5Long weekends
6Bridge days
39Total days off
6Vacation days to take
Take 6 vacation days this year and enjoy 39 days off in total.
Epiphany
Jan 3 – 6
4days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5↓ off
Tue6★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Saint Joseph's Day
Mar 19 – 22
4days off
Thu19★
Fri20↓ off
Sat21·
Sun22·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Easter Monday
Apr 4 – 6
3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Ascension Day
May 14 – 17
4days off
Thu14★
Fri15↓ off
Sat16·
Sun17·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Whit Monday
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Corpus Christi
Jun 4 – 7
4days off
Thu4★
Fri5↓ off
Sat6·
Sun7·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
St Peter and St Paul
Jun 27 – 29
3days off
Sat27·
Sun28·
Mon29★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Immaculate Conception
Dec 5 – 8
4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Switzerland?
A long weekend in Switzerland occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Switzerland in 2026?
In 2026, Switzerland has 11 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Switzerland in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Switzerland depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.