When is Mother’s Day in Switzerland?

It falls on the second Sunday of May. For KANEL delivery, consider an available date on the preceding Saturday.

When is Swiss Father’s Day?

Swiss Father’s Day is generally observed on the first Sunday of June. Regional and family traditions can differ, so check the date your recipient celebrates.

Does KANEL offer Sunday delivery for special occasions?

Sunday delivery is not offered. A bouquet delivered on an available Saturday can be ready for a Sunday celebration.

Are public holidays the same across Switzerland?

No. Swiss National Day is 1 August, while several other holidays vary by canton. Check the delivery calendar for the actual address rather than assuming a nationwide schedule.

How early can I reserve flowers for a holiday?

Choose the date when it becomes available in the order calendar. If it is not yet shown, contact us to discuss your plans instead of selecting a different date by default.

Do I need a different type of flower for every occasion?

The recipient’s tastes are a good starting point. A thoughtful card explains the occasion without requiring a particular color or variety of flower.

Swiss occasions and holidays: when to send flowers

Sending from overseas means checking more than the time difference. Mother’s Day may fall on a different date from yours, and Swiss public holidays vary by canton. Use these pointers to plan a gift for someone in Switzerland.

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Swiss occasions and holidays: when to send flowers

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Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are worth checking

Switzerland celebrates Mother’s Day on the second Sunday of May. For senders in the UK or France, that may not match the date in your own calendar. With KANEL, look for an available delivery on the preceding Saturday so the flowers are there for the weekend.

Swiss Father’s Day is generally observed on the first Sunday of June, though family and regional traditions differ. Check which date your recipient celebrates rather than assuming the one used in your country. A Saturday bouquet can be a lovely start to a Sunday celebration.

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Valentine’s Day, Christmas and cantonal holidays

Valentine’s Day is 14 February. For Christmas, think about when the family gathers and whether somebody can receive the flowers, rather than assuming delivery on the holiday itself. The weekday changes each year, and regular Tuesday-to-Saturday delivery does not mean every public holiday is available.

Swiss National Day is 1 August. Other public holidays depend on the canton: Geneva’s Jeûne genevois, for example, is local rather than nationwide. Enter the recipient’s address to check available dates; you do not need to memorise every cantonal holiday list.

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Book the date, then make the gift personal

Outside the Geneva area, bouquets are delivered Tuesday to Saturday. Order before 4 pm Swiss time on the day before an available date. For a Sunday or Monday occasion, consider the preceding Saturday. Geneva may offer Monday and same-day delivery before 2 pm, depending on the address.

Check the calendar for your recipient’s address, choose their flowers and write your card. Confirm your preferred available date when placing the order. If you are overseas, use Swiss time for the ordering cut-off. The available dates at checkout are more useful than a general holiday list for planning a particular delivery.

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Where are you sending flowers?

Enter their Swiss destination to choose a delivery date.