Swiss Cheese Awards 2026 – Fribourg, Switzerland

Finally after a 2 year wait it´s time for the 14th Swiss Cheese Awards!

In 2026 around 1000 cheeses split into 33 categories will run for being the Top of the Top of Switzerland! 

The first judging involves 200 jurors from all over the world and will take place on October 6th. Here the best cheeses in each category will be decided on.  On October 8th a Super Jury will judge all category winners and select a Swiss Champion in the three categories Extra-Hard/Hard Cheese, Semi-Hard Cheese and Soft/Fresh Cheese.

The biennial Swiss Cheese Awards (SCA) is organized by FROMARTE and also hosts the open to public competition for best cheese board.

Already on the hook?
Then don´t miss out on the awards night on Friday October 9th where all the winners will be announced and the Swiss Champions will be crowned.

 

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