Autumn break 2027 is staggered by canton or school group. The first range is 25 September 2027 - 17 October 2027 for BE; the cards below show every group.
Autumn break 2027
Exact school-holiday ranges by canton or school group, with planning links and subscription options.
When is it?
Check family travel, childcare and busy travel windows early.
By canton group
25 September 2027 - 10 October 2027
2 October 2027 - 17 October 2027
2 October 2027 - 24 October 2027
9 October 2027 - 24 October 2027
16 October 2027 - 1 November 2027
23 October 2027 - 31 October 2027
30 October 2027 - 7 November 2027
Official EDK dates, grouped by canton
The displayed date rows are grouped from official EDK school-holiday data. Movable school-free days, local arrangements and school-specific deviations are still separate checks.
Use the date, then plan around it
Autumn break should be checked together with canton dates, childcare, travel traffic and nearby regional holidays.
Childcare first
School-free weekdays still need childcare or approved leave.
Not automatically off
School holidays do not replace employment leave rules.
Expect demand peaks
Starts and ends can affect traffic, booking windows and family destinations.
Common questions about autumn break
Short answers about canton differences, work leave and planning.
Are autumn break dates the same in every canton?
No. Autumn break dates differ by canton or school group. The table on this page shows the exact range for each group.
Do autumn break mean parents are automatically off work?
No. Autumn break affect school schedules and childcare planning, but work leave still depends on employment rules and approved vacation days.
How should I plan around autumn break?
Autumn break should be checked together with canton dates, childcare, travel traffic and nearby regional holidays. Use the planner for public holidays, calendar weeks for project timing and the calendar subscription for ongoing updates.