What’s open on Sunday in Switzerland

Most shops close on Sundays, and many restaurants close on Sunday or Monday. Here’s where to look, and how to check before you go.

Why it catches people out

In most cantons, shops stay shut on Sundays. Big stations and airports are the exception.

Many close on Sunday or Monday, or only open for lunch.

Public holidays follow the same pattern, and they differ by canton.

The shops under the main station open on Sundays. For food, the old town and the lakeside are busiest.

The shops at Cornavin station open on Sundays. The old town, Carouge and the lakeside have the most restaurants open.

The shops at Basel SBB station open on Sundays. The old town and the Rhine banks have the most places open.

The station shops open on Sundays. The old town has the most restaurants open.

Opening hours change. Dinner Date checks them for you.

Are restaurants open on Sundays in Switzerland?

Many are, especially in city centres and tourist areas, but plenty close on Sunday or Monday. Hours are often shorter too.

Are shops open on Sundays?

Mostly not. Shops at big train stations and airports are the main exception.

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