Easter Monday, celebrated after Easter Sunday, is a public holiday in Switzerland. This time represents the joyous aspects of Christian beliefs, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead described in the New Testament of the Bible. As a strong Christian-rooted country, Switzerland holds grand Easter celebrations that extend through Easter Monday, allowing the festivities to continue.
Typical Swiss Easter Monday traditions involve family gatherings for special feasts and spending time in outdoor spaces to enjoy the relatively mild weather of early spring. Various Swiss cantons may have their unique customs and celebrations. For many, the day involves attending church services, participating in Easter egg hunts, and visiting local Easter fairs. In the country's German-speaking regions, 'Osterfuchz,' a game similar to egg tap, is a popular amusement.
Although it is a public holiday, not all sectors observe Easter Monday. Some shops, restaurants and tourist sites remain open, while others close for the day. However, public offices like schools, post offices, and banks are closed, and public transit systems may run on reduced schedules. The celebration in Switzerland is a blend of religious reverence and cultural events, where Swiss aesthetics complement the holiday's Christian origins they hold dear.