Switzerland is ready to welcome Europe to Basel with a comprehensive programme of Eurovision Song Contest coverage, beginning 28 April 2025.
The Swiss-German broadcaster SRF (Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen) has unveiled an extensive month-long schedule dedicated to all things Eurovision, its history, culture, memorable high notes, and signature drama. Audiences across Switzerland can look forward to a rich mix of television, radio, podcast, and digital content leading up to the Grand Final on 17 May 2025.
On television, SRF 1 will shine a spotlight on Eurovision’s political controversies with a three-part series during its late evening news programme 10 vor 10. Viewers can expect insightful features that explore the political symbolism, social relevance, and cultural impact of the contest. On the other hand, radio and podcast offerings will add depth to the coverage. The long-running podcast Zeitblende will examine pivotal moments in Switzerland’s Eurovision journey, from the inaugural contest in Lugano in 1956, and all the way to the evolution of Eurovision as a platform for European identity, LGBTQ+ visibility, and cultural diplomacy.
The Eurovision Village in Basel will serve as the heart of the celebration. From 12 May, Radio SRF 3 will report live daily from the village, capturing fan experiences and backstage stories. What’s more, a dedicated digital channel, Best of Eurovision Song Contest, will launch on 5 May and run until 25 May. It will showcase classic performances, artist interviews, and archive treasures — including Switzerland’s three historic wins: Lys Assia in 1956 with Refrain, Céline Dion in 1988 with Ne partez pas sans moi, and Nemo in 2024 with The Code.
In addition, a brand-new documentary exploring the journey of Eurovision coming back to Switzerland since 1988, will premiere in early May.
The two semi-finals will be broadcast on SRF 1 on their respective dates 13 May and 15 May 2025. On the other hand, the Grand Final will be broadcast live on TV on SRF 1, on the radio on SRF 3, and online on Play SRF. This year, SRF 3, La Première, Rete Tre, and RTR, will join forces to broadcast the final show. Each radio will have their commentary in the respective national language, German, French, Italian, and Romansh. Certainly, this approach allows Swiss viewers to experience Eurovision 2025 in their language, celebrating multilingual identity and uniting through music.
Source: SRF Medienportal
Photo source: eurovision.tv/SRG SSR
