One of the highlights of Swiss National Day in Zermatt is the national celebration at Leisee Lake, 2,232 metres above sea level. This year it will include a devotion by the pastor and an address from a slam poet. Bell ringing to mark the occasion in the evening.
Thursday, 31 July 2025
4:00 - 5:00 pm: Wolli celebrates the Swiss National Day – drawing fun on Bahnhofplatz.
5:00 - 11:00 pm: Street festival on Bahnhofstrasse with food, DJs, and live music. Afterwards, the party continues in Zermatt’s bars and clubs.
Friday, 01 August 2025
10:30 am: National celebration at Leisee (in bad weather on the church square)
11:00 am: Prayer followed by a speech by Reena Krishnaraja. Alphorn players and the Matterhorn Music Society provide the musical accompaniment.
1:00 pm: End of the event