What fruit and vegetables are in season in Switzerland, and when?
Swiss asparagus is in season from April to June, strawberries from May to June, cherries from June to July and pumpkin from August to December (sources: gemuese.ch and schweizerbauern.ch). Carrots, onions, beetroot and celeriac come from Swiss storage almost all year, and Brussels sprouts, kale and lamb's lettuce are the November to February winter staples. In peak season local supply is at its highest, which usually pushes prices down. The table below lists every item month by month.
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Updated: September 2026. Editorial correction; no new price survey.
Updated regularly. Buying in season almost always means buying cheaper: when Swiss fruit and vegetables are at the peak of their season, supply is largest, the produce is fully ripe, and there are no import or air-freight costs. Out of season, the same item is often imported and costs more. This seasonal calendar shows, month by month, what is in season in Switzerland. The seasonality below is sourced from the Verband Schweizer Gemueseproduzenten (the Swiss vegetable growers' association, gemuese.ch) and the Swiss Farmers' Association (schweizerbauern.ch).
What fruit and vegetables are in season in Switzerland, and when?
| Produce | Swiss season (fresh from the field) | From storage / year-round |
|---|---|---|
| Asparagus | April to June | no, season only |
| Strawberries | May to June | no, season only |
| Cherries | June to July | no, season only |
| Apricots | July to August | no, season only |
| Berries (raspberries, blueberries) | June to August | no, season only |
| Tomatoes | June to September | no, season only |
| Cucumbers | June to September | no, season only |
| Courgette (zucchini) | June to September | no, season only |
| Broccoli | May to October | no, season only |
| Cauliflower | May to September | no, season only |
| Plums and mirabelles | August to September | no, season only |
| Grapes | September to October | no, season only |
| Pears | August to October | partly from storage |
| Pumpkin / squash | August to December | partly from storage |
| Leek | April to December | largely year-round |
| Brussels sprouts, kale | November to February (winter) | classic winter vegetables |
| Lamb's lettuce (corn salad) | year-round, peak in winter | yes |
| Carrots | year-round | yes, from storage |
| Onions | year-round | yes, from storage |
| Beetroot, celeriac | year-round | yes, from storage |
| Apples | harvest from late summer/autumn | yes, year-round from storage |
| Rhubarb | April to June | no, season only |
A rough rule of thumb by season: in spring, asparagus, rhubarb, radishes, lamb's lettuce and (from May) the first strawberries arrive. Summer brings the widest choice, from tomatoes, cucumbers and courgette to cherries, apricots and berries. Autumn adds pumpkin, grapes, pears, plums and mirabelles. In winter, storage vegetables such as carrots, onions, beetroot and celeriac carry you through alongside Brussels sprouts, kale and lamb's lettuce.
In-season produce is often better value. Search a fruit or vegetable in the Rappn offers feed to see which chains have it on offer this week.
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Why is seasonal Swiss produce cheaper?
In peak season the supply of local produce is at its highest. More supply usually means lower prices, and there are no long transport routes, no imports and no air freight. A Swiss strawberry in May or June competes with plenty of other Swiss strawberries and is therefore usually cheaper than the same fruit imported in winter. If you combine the seasonal calendar with the current fruit and vegetable prices, you almost automatically shop at the best moment.
Tip for the weekly shop: plan your fruit and vegetables around the season table, then use the app to see which chains have your seasonal produce on promotion this week. For more ways to cut your bill, see our guide on how to save on groceries in Switzerland.
Which store, Migros, Coop, Aldi or Lidl, is cheapest this week?
There is no blanket answer. Which chain is cheapest for tomatoes, strawberries or pumpkin depends on the week and on the current promotions, sometimes Migros leads, sometimes Coop, Aldi, Lidl, Denner, Aligro or Otto's. Rappn is neutral and has no commercial agreement with any retailer. Rather than guessing, compare the current price comparison or check where Migros and Coop stand this week (Migros vs Coop prices).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which vegetables are in season year-round in Switzerland?
Thanks to storage, carrots, onions, beetroot and celeriac are available from Swiss production almost all year, as are lamb's lettuce (peaking in winter) and apples from storage. Leek runs from April to December, so it covers almost the whole year. Source: Verband Schweizer Gemueseproduzenten (gemuese.ch).
When are Swiss strawberries and asparagus in season?
Swiss asparagus is in season from April to June, and the first Swiss strawberries appear from May until around June. Both are purely seasonal, outside that window the produce is usually imported. Sources: gemuese.ch and the Swiss Farmers' Association (schweizerbauern.ch); asparagus and strawberry start also confirmed by Blick this session.
Is seasonal produce really cheaper?
In peak season local supply is at its highest and there are no import or air-freight costs, which usually pushes the price down. How big the difference is this week depends on the chain and the promotions. You can see the current picture in the Rappn price comparison.
Which vegetables are in season in winter (November to February)?
Typical Swiss winter vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, plus lamb's lettuce. They are joined by storage vegetables such as carrots, onions, beetroot and celeriac, which are available year-round from Swiss storage. Source: Verband Schweizer Gemueseproduzenten (gemuese.ch).
Which chain is cheapest for seasonal produce?
There is no blanket answer: it depends on the week and the current promotions, sometimes Migros leads, sometimes Coop, Aldi, Lidl, Denner, Aligro or Otto's. Rappn is neutral and shows the current promotions of all 7 chains, so every week you see where your seasonal produce is on offer.