Date: Friday 01 August 2025

Time: 13:00 to 14:00

Where: All over Switzerland

Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. This alliance was to become the focal point around which the Switzerland of today was built over the next 500 years.

The day of independence is typically celebrated at a local, municipality level though certain events draw nation-wide attention.

Refer to local tourism offices for programs.