Corpus Christi is a Christian observance that honors the Holy Eucharist. It is also known as the Feast of the Most Holy Body of Christ, as well as the Day of Wreaths. In some areas of Switzerland Corpus Christi is a public holiday.
Is Corpus Christi a Public Holiday?
Corpus Christi is a public holiday in 13 cantons, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Public Life
Corpus Christi is a public holiday in the following cantons:
- Appenzell Innerrhoden
- Jura
- Lucerne
- Nidwalden
- Obwalden
- Schwyz
- Ticino
- Uri
- Valais
- Zug
It is also a public holiday in some communes in the following cantons:
- Aargau
- Fribourg
- Solothurn
In the named areas, offices, banks, schools and most businesses are closed for the day.
About Corpus Christi in Other Countries
Read more about Corpus Christi.Corpus Christi Observances
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