We are a national association
The independent national association Swiss Capital of Culture (CCS) was founded in 2013. It is chaired by Daniel Rossellat, former Mayor of Nyon, and has 23 members.
What we do
The task of the association is to ensure the sustainability of the project and compliance with the concept.
The association appoints a jury comprising between 10 and 15 prominent figures and experts from the fields of culture, business and the media.
It oversees the cities’ applications for the title of ‘Swiss Capital of Culture’ and supports the jury.
The jury
The jury is made up of 10 up to personalities and experts from the fields of culture, business and media. It examines the bid documents and awards the title of «Swiss Capital of Culture».
Our partners
The association is financially supported by the contributions of its members, the Federal Office of Culture (FOC) and foundations and companies.
The projet Swiss Capital of Culture
The Swiss Capital of Culture project aims to promote cultural diversity, enhance artistic and cultural creativity and strengthen national cohesion in Switzerland in the long term. Every three years, a city or region is awarded the title of «Swiss Capital of Culture». The project aims to enable the Swiss population to participate in cultural life by promoting cultural creation and exchange.
2027 will take place the first Swiss Capital of Culture in La Chaux-de-Fonds
In 2027, La Chaux-de-Fonds will become the first Swiss city to be awarded the title of «Swiss Capital of Culture» for one year. Artists, cultural practitioners, residents and visitors from all over Switzerland and abroad will have the opportunity to experience a rich, multidisciplinary cultural programme.
Aarau will be «Swiss Capital of Culture 2030»
