November / December
November and December are already completely dedicated to the
anticipation of Advent and Christmas. You literally have a choice.
Pumpkin Chunkin & more, 2 and 3 November 2024, 5103 Wildegg
On the first weekend after Halloween, a pumpkin event takes place at the Hardhof in Wildegg.
It starts on Saturday evening with food and live music and culminates on Sunday with the already legendary Pumpkin Chunkin.
There are not only the disciplines of long throw and target long throw, but also the «free class» as the supreme discipline, in which the participants compete with self-built devices such as catapults, slingshots, cannons and the like.
Children also have fun. Pumpkins are hidden in a haystack for them to find. There is also a bouncy castle.
More information from the end of August at kürbisweitwurf.ch
Advent exhibitions of florists, November 2024, all of Switzerland
Festive decorations, Christmas flowers and plants, new color trends and atmospheric accessories: in the Advent and pre-Christmas season, you will find magical Christmas worlds in the many Fleurop partner stores in Switzerland. Visit several stores if possible.
Because each one has its own motto and its own unmistakable style. Let yourself be enchanted!
You can find the detailed list of creative Advent and Christmas events HERE.
Pine boughs and bright lights - Christmas tour, December 2024, 6000 Lucerne
Stroll through the Christmassy city of lights – enjoying the enchanting lights, contemplative atmosphere and enticing fragrances of the Christmas markets. Discover the secrets surrounding the Christ Child and Father Christmas, how pine trees found their way into our living rooms, and since when illuminations have been adorning our streets and squares. Enjoy the highlight of hearing seasonal and humorous stories about Lucerne’s Christmas
traditions in December and visiting the life-size crib.
This year, Christmas tours will be held on Sat. Nov. 30 (17.00 hrs), Sat. Dec. 7 (17.00 hrs), Sun. Dec. 8 (18 hrs), Sat. Dec. 14 (17 hrs) and Sat. Dec. 21 (17 hrs).
luzern.com
Fleurop info about Advent and Christmas you can also find HERE.
St. Nicholas Swim, 8.12.2024, 8037 Zurich
A somewhat unusual - but even the more popular - tradition is the St. Nicholas Swim. Hardened swimmers in Santa Claus costumes plunge into the Limmat every December. It is truly the coolest event in Zurich. Either you return to Pier 7 and the Frauenbadi Stadthausquai or you stay at the cult swimming pool «Oberer Letten». The atmosphere is great in both places, which is also due to the homemade soup that is served each time. Since 2011, Zürileu swimming events have been pursuing a mission: to support an organization that cares for people who are not on the sunny side of life. The buyers of a charity
ticket support the organization directly with an additional price.
samichlausschwimmen.ch
Fleurop info about Advent and Christmas you can also find HERE.
Küssnachter Klausjagen, 5.12.2024, 6403 Küssnacht a. Rigi
The Küssnachter Klausjagen is one of the most ancient and impressive St. Nicholas traditions in Europe. On the evening of St. Nicholas' Eve, the village of Küssnacht am Rigi on Lake Lucerne glows with the light of about two hundred cardboard bishop's miters, lit by candles. These Iffele (bishop's miters) are carried by the men who accompany St. Nicholas on his journey through the village. The streets are full of activity: the ringing of heavy bells carried in the hands of sturdy men, the sound
of horns and above all the special rhythm of the fanfares.
klausjagen.ch
Fleurop info about Advent and Christmas you can also find HERE.
More exciting events & excursion tips
January / February
In the flower stores it's spring, but nature isn't ready yet. Therefore, events are rather rare. Consult also our «Open many months and always worth a visit».
March / April
Whether trade fairs, trips, or a festival: there's a lot going on now! Let yourself be inspired and rejoice that spring is finally here.
May / June
Now the choice of spectacular excursions and events is already large. We are sure that is has more than one tip that seems tempting to you.
July / August
Summertime when the livin' is easy …! We hope that there is also an event for you. Consult also our «Open many months and always worth a visit».
September / October
Autumn? Quite apart from the interesting Chrysanthema in Lahr, many wine festivals are taking place now. After all, vines are plants too. We are almost sure that you will find your favorite event.
November / December
November and December are already completely dedicated to the anticipation of Advent and Christmas. You literally have a choice.
Open many months and always worth a visit
Here you will find ideas for excursions and courses that are always worth a visit. Since not all gardens, parks, etc. are accessible in winter, it is worth consulting the relevant website.
Nature parks
The Swiss parks are regions with beautiful landscapes and living traditions. The areas are mainly located in the Alps, at the foothill of the Alps as well as in the Jura mountains.