Swiss cannabis pilot update — July 2026
What's new across Switzerland's seven cannabis pilots in July 2026?
Geneva released +150 slots in June. Basel plans extension application. Züri Can 2025 interim shows −40 % spend per unit. BetmG revision in consultation until end 2026.
City by city
Zurich: no expansion planned, waitlist stays long.
Bern: SCRIPT extension application filed with FOPH.
Politics
BetmG revision (popular initiative + Federal Council counter-proposal) in consultation. Council of States debate expected Spring 2027, possible referendum 2028.
Science highlights
Züri Can 2025: no usage rise, −40 % cost per unit, sharp drop in synthetic exposure. Weed Care: 42 % reduced consumption, 78 % black-market shift.
FAQ
How often is this updated?
Monthly, on the first weekend. Next update: August 2026.
Where to find primary reports?
stadt-zuerich.ch/zueri-can, script.unibe.ch, sucht.bs.ch.