What's your situation?
What this solves
Switzerland's "Ruhezeiten" are not suggestions. Neighbours call the Polizei (police) on a Sunday 10 am lawn mower, and the police do respond. Fines range from CHF 100 to CHF 2,000 depending on the violation. This tool maps your activity to the canton's official rule — and flags the rental-specific clauses that apply to most visitors.
How to read the results
- Mittagsruhe = midday quiet (typically 12:00–14:00 or 13:00–15:00).
- Nachtruhe = night quiet (typically 22:00–06:00 or 23:00–07:00).
- Sonntagsruhe = Sunday quiet — many activities banned entirely.
- Mietvertrag = your lease may add stricter hours.
What this calculator ignores
- Your specific lease — many rental contracts add stricter rules (e.g. Mietvertrag says no noise after 19:00).
- Camp-specific / tourism-zone exceptions.
Common questions
Can I mow on Sunday?
No — Sunday mowing is forbidden in all 26 cantons, typically from 12:00 Saturday through Sunday evening. Most cantons also ban it on federal holidays.
Can I do laundry at night?
Most buildings have a Hausordnung that bans washing after 22:00 (some after 20:00). Even in buildings without a Hausordnung, Nachtruhe 22:00–06:00 applies.
Can I have a party?
Yes, but warn neighbours (Zettel in the stairway), keep doors / windows closed, and end by 22:00 (or earlier per Hausordnung). Music heard outside after 22:00 = police can fine.