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Swiss National Day Celebrations

Swiss National Day celebrations take place in Bern on 1 August 2026 under heightened fire-safety restrictions. Due to drought and a high wildfire risk, authorities have banned fireworks and most open fires across the Canton of Bern.

Date
Aug 1, 2026
Location
Bern
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Swiss National Day Celebrations

Event summary

Highlights

  • Swiss National Day observed on 1 August
  • Canton-wide ban on fireworks and pyrotechnic devices
  • Restrictions on bonfires and open fires due to wildfire risk
  • Fireworks launched from lakes remain permitted
Swiss National Day celebrations are observed in Bern on 1 August 2026. The available source focuses on restrictions introduced across the Canton of Bern because of persistent drought, forecast heat and a high danger of wildfires.

Fireworks, rockets, sky lanterns, traditional mountain fires and 1 August bonfires are prohibited throughout the canton. Open fires are also banned in forests and within 50 metres of woodland, while fires outside those areas are limited to officially designated fire pits.

The source notes that fireworks launched from lakes remain permitted. It does not provide details of specific public ceremonies, performances or other celebration programmes.

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