Public HolidayTravel Planning
Christmas Day in Valais 2026
When
December 25, 2026
Where
Canton of Valais · Nationwide
Price
Public holiday; no admission
About
25 December is Christmas Day and a statutory public holiday in Valais. It is not a three-day public holiday: Christmas Eve and 26 December have separate workplace and service rules.
Highlights
- Statutory public holiday on 25 December
- Major family and religious holiday
Practical tips
- Book any open restaurant directly and buy essentials beforehand
- Do not assume 24 or 26 December has the same legal status as Christmas Day
Sources
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