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Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events Zermatt Guide Welcome to the Zermatt Holidays blog! Here, you’ll find insider tips and recommendations to help you plan your perfect Zermatt holiday. Whether it’s summer or winter, whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, with kids, or with your dog, we’ve got the best suggestions for skiing, hiking, biking, and snowboarding. Plus, we’ll guide you to the top restaurants, including Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events Celebrate Switzerland's birthday with us 🎉 Zermatt celebrates the bank holidays with a varied programme that brings together locals, guests from all over the world and all generations. There's always something happening in Zermatt: annual events & occasions around sports, music, fashion, or culinary delights Find events! Swiss National Day Celebrate Swiss National Day in Zermatt on August 1 with us at the Resort Hotel Alex! Experience an unforgettable celebration as we honor Swiss culture and traditions. Enjoy special events including traditional music, fireworks, and Swiss delicacies in our restaurants. Our hotel offers an ideal location to experience the festive atmosphere and admire the breathtaking Founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. This alliance was to become the focal point around which the Switzerland of today was built over the next 500 years. Founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. This alliance was to become the focal point around which the Switzerland of today was built over the next 500 years. On August 1 each year, Switzerland celebrates its own founding with bonfires, flags, and speeches. Customs range from traditional to modern – with fireworks still a big bone of contention. Why is August 1st celebrated as Swiss National Day? Every year on August 1st, people across Switzerland celebrate the country’s founding with fireworks, music, and patriotic pride. On 1 August, the Swiss celebrate their homeland with a festival celebrating unity and national pride. The extraordinary political stability, which began with the Pact of 1291, is the result of neutrality, independence and federalism, which distinguish Switzerland from nations such as France, the United Kingdom, Portugal or Austria. Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events The Swiss National day takes place on the 1st of August every year. It celebrates the signing of the Swiss Federal Charter in 1291 in early August. It is a date that all Swiss celebrate Discover the 10 best events and festivals in Zermatt, including the Zermatt Festival, the Matterhorn Marathon, Zermatt Unplugged, the Eagle Cup, the Raifessen Open, Horu Trophy, Swatch Skiers Cup, Swiss National Day, Zermatt Food Festival Top Events Highlights of the year Alongside the regular entertainment on offer, the Zermatt – Matterhorn destination hosts a variety of annual events with universal appeal, for young and old! Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events Basel: Electronic Music Tension Festival- the biggest and most important event in the field of electronic music. Zermatt: The Swiss National Day is celebrated from July 31st to August 1st with a street party, food and entertainment on July 31st, followed by a national celebration at Leisee Lake on August 1st with speeches and traditional music. Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events Celebrate Switzerland's birthday with us. The Matterhorn village presents itself under the motto ‘Switzerland - international’ with locals and guests from all over the world. Each nation has its own customs - so also Switzerland and Zermatt. Learn how to celebrate the Swiss National Holiday just like locals in Zermatt do.
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