Hotel Overnights: Second Estimate for July 2026
Stable Demand Compared to Previous Year
On August 24, 2026, the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) publishes the second estimate of hotel overnights for July 2026. The figures indicate stable demand compared to the previous year. Final data are expected to be published at the end of September.
Development Compared to Previous Year
The second estimate is based on reports from approximately 4,000 accommodation establishments. The FSO points out that these are provisional figures. Domestic demand remained strong, while the number of overnights from abroad stabilized. The FSO will release a statement on August 24, 2026, with the provisional figures for July 2026. These are expected to show stable demand compared to the previous year, with domestic overnights remaining strong and those from abroad stabilizing. "The provisional figures for July 2026 indicate stable demand compared to the previous year, with domestic overnights remaining strong and those from abroad having stabilized."
Occupancy rates in cities were slightly higher than in mountain regions. This aligns with the pattern of previous years. A detailed breakdown by canton will be published with the final evaluation. Further information on Swiss tourism statistics is available on our topic page.
Significance for Tourism
Tourism is a key economic sector in Switzerland. According to the Federal Statistical Office (FSO), it directly contributed 2.9 percent to Switzerland's gross value added in 2022. The hotel industry secures many jobs in peripheral regions. The strong domestic demand, as shown in the overnight figures, indicates continued high travel enthusiasm among the Swiss population.
Experts view the stable July figures as a positive sign. At the same time, energy and personnel costs are rising. The industry states that price pressure remains high. Read more about the economic importance of tourism in our dossier.
Outlook
The FSO is expected to publish the definitive July figures at the end of September. Seasonally adjusted, the office anticipates stable development. Forecasts for autumn are cautiously optimistic. The industry assesses the overall course of the summer season as positive due to the stable figures.
The industry hopes for a continuation of the trend. Exchange rates and the economic situation in the countries of origin are crucial. A strong Swiss franc could dampen demand from abroad. Find current news on the economy in our section.
