Pesach 2027 times in Zurich
Candle lighting and end of yom tov for the first and last days of Pesach 2027 in Zurich, Switzerland, plus the latest times to eat and burn chametz.
First days
- Wednesday 21 April: Candle lighting (first Seder) 20:04
- Thursday 22 April: Candle lighting, not before (second Seder) 21:14
- Friday 23 April: Shabbat candles, from an existing flame 20:07
- Saturday 24 April: Yom tov and Shabbat end 21:17
Last days
- Tuesday 27 April: Candle lighting 20:13
- Wednesday 28 April: Candle lighting, not before 21:23
- Thursday 29 April: Yom tov ends 21:25
Chametz – Wednesday 21 April
- Latest time to eat chametz (Magen Avraham): 10:41
- Latest time to eat chametz (Gra): 11:05
- Latest time to burn chametz (Magen Avraham): 12:03
- Latest time to burn chametz (Gra): 12:15
Follow your community's custom.
Candle lighting in Zurich is 18 minutes before sunset. "Not before" and end times use nightfall (8.5°).
Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and a global financial hub, offers a welcoming environment for Jewish travelers seeking both spiritual connection and cultural exploration. The city boasts a vibrant Jewish community with a rich history stretching back to the 13th century. Early Jewish presence was documented around 1200, primarily in the areas now known as the Niederdorf, near the Lindenhof hill, which served as the city's heart. Despite periods of significant persecution, expulsion (notably in 1436), and subsequent readmission, Jewish life intermittently re-established itself. A more stable and flourishing Jewish presence emerged in the 19th century, following the granting of full civil rights to Jews in 1866, contributing significantly to Zurich’s civic, economic, and cultural life.
Pesach programs near Zurich
Frequently asked questions
When do I light candles for the first Seder of Pesach 2027 in Zurich?
In Zurich, candle lighting for the first Seder is at 20:04 on Wednesday 21 April.
When does Pesach 2027 end in Zurich?
In Zurich, the last day of Pesach ends at 21:25 on Thursday 29 April.
What is the latest time to eat chametz in Zurich?
On Wednesday 21 April in Zurich: 10:41 according to the Magen Avraham and 11:05 according to the Gra. Follow your community's custom.