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Swiss government to pay $56,000 to each victim of Crans-Montana bar fire

On Feb. 25, 2026, Switzerland's Federal Council announced a 50,000 Swiss francs payment to victims and families of the Crans-Montana bar fire.
Prompted by gaps identified in support systems, the Federal Office of Justice found issues in large-scale disaster aid, leading the Federal Council to act swiftly and offer financial support to victims.
The package also commits to 7.8 million francs for 156 individuals, with the canton of Valais pledging 10 million francs and the federal government aiming to contribute up to 20 million francs, plus 8.5 million francs for cantonal costs.
The Federal Council will convene a roundtable to help victims, insurers and authorities reach out-of-court settlements, and it hopes parliament will quickly expedite drafted legislation to aid victims.
Adding context on victims, officials noted Swiss President Guy Parmelin said `The Federal Council shares with the victims and their families the desire for truth and justice` as witnesses reported the blaze was started by sparkling candles igniting foam soundproofing, with most victims teenagers and foreigners from France and Italy.

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