National Day in the Canton of Bern

On 1 August, Switzerland’s birthday will be celebrated on the Bundesplatz in Bern. A garden party with concerts, family programme, food street, open doors and more awaits you.

Spend 1 August on the boat in the middle of Lake Thun and enjoy a special evening with a delicious menu from the galley.

Join the Swiss National Day celebrations in Mürren from 2.00 pm with a lively mix of music, entertainment and festive hospitality. In the evening, indulge in delicious food and traditional tunes before enjoying the charming lantern parade and a spectacular mountain bonfire against the breathtaking alpine backdrop.

Looking for something quieter? The Grimsel Hospiz and Hotel Handeck, nestled in the unique Grimselwelt, offer the perfect escape: a complete package including an overnight stay. Let the chef enchant you with culinary delights and unwind amidst the tranquillity of the mountains.

Start your day in Grindelwald from 9 am at Eiger+ Nordwandplatz and around the village church: enjoy brunch and concerts, join the torch and Trychler parade, admire Alphorn players, traditional costumes and flag swingers and finish with a spectacular fireworks show.
 

Experience the 1st of August in Interlaken with traditional customs. In the Kursaalpark, 28 paragliders present the cantonal flags in flight and open the festivities, followed by a large folklore parade and folk festival on the Stadthausplatz in Unterseen. A children's torchlight parade, bonfires and an artistic firework display round off the day.

Come by from 2.00 pm and enjoy the cosy atmosphere with food and drinks. From 7.00 pm musical entertainment sets the mood. Weather permitting, an impressive Swiss cross made of torches will be lit around 9.30 pm above Brienz towards Axalp. The grand finale is the fireworks over the lake at 9.50 pm.

Start the day with a sumptuous brunch at the Bühlerhof. Anne Speiser, Grand Councillor of the Canton of Bern, will hold an official speech, followed by a delicious AlpKultur® guest aperitif and children's activities such as lantern making and face painting. The opening of the “CUBE” Lenk and various concerts will provide entertainment in the evening.

How about a breakfast buffet with regional specialties or a convenient “brunch to go”? Make sure to register early directly with the providers, as places are limited. In the evening, the Grand Chasseral invites you to a festive celebration with fireworks, speeches, fine catering and music.

Celebrate Swiss National Day with stars like Patent Ochsner and Milky Chance right on the shores of Lake Biel. Also joining the lineup are Swiss artists Anna Rossinelli, Manillio, Death By Chocolate and Julie Meletta.

Whether it’s a Bärgzmorge, a culinary evening trip with a grill buffet or an overnight stay – on 1 August, you’ll have a great time on the Elsigenalp.

Spend 1 August on the beautiful Rinderberg and enjoy an unforgettable barbecue evening with delicious food and traditional music.

Celebrate the Swiss National Day with a hearty brunch and enjoy an unforgettable day full of folk entertainment on the family mountain Wispile.