Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a public holiday in Switzerland, observed on August 15, 2026. It is locally known as Maria Himmelfahrt. This is a regional holiday observed in certain areas.

Holiday Details

HolidayAssumption of the Virgin Mary
Local NameMaria Himmelfahrt
DateAugust 15, 2026
CountryCH flag Switzerland
TypeObservance
NationalRegional — observed in certain areas

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Switzerland?
Assumption of the Virgin Mary falls on August 15, 2026 in Switzerland.
Is Assumption of the Virgin Mary a public holiday?
Yes, Assumption of the Virgin Mary is an official public holiday in Switzerland. It is observed in certain regions.
What is Assumption of the Virgin Mary called locally?
In Switzerland, Assumption of the Virgin Mary is known as "Maria Himmelfahrt".

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DateHolidayType
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
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2026-01-06 Epiphany Observance
2026-03-01 Republic Day Public
2026-03-19 Saint Joseph's Day Observance
2026-03-19 Saint Joseph's Day Observance
2026-04-03 Good Friday Public
2026-04-04 Näfels procession Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Observance
2026-05-01 Labour Day Observance
2026-05-14 Ascension Day Public
2026-05-25 Whit Monday Observance
2026-06-04 Corpus Christi Observance
2026-08-01 Swiss National Day Public
2026-08-15 Assumption of the Virgin Mary Observance

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