Yes, you can send flowers for a cremation in Switzerland: they are welcome at most cremation ceremonies and memorial services, unless the family asks for donations instead. Because the focus is often a small urn rather than a coffin, low and compact formats work best: a funeral cushion, a one-sided arrangement or a small heart. KANEL makes these by hand and delivers them free of charge to crematoriums, churches and funeral homes across Switzerland, from CHF 155.
Prices were checked on kanel.ch in November 2026. For a general overview of funeral customs, see our guide to funeral flowers in Switzerland.
How cremation ceremonies work in Switzerland
Cremation is widespread in Switzerland. Ceremonies take a few different forms, and the death notice usually tells you which one applies:
- A ceremony before the cremation, with the coffin present, often in the chapel of the crematorium or in a church.
- A memorial service after the cremation, with the urn on a table or stand, sometimes days or weeks later.
- An urn burial, at an urn grave, a community grave or a memorial garden, sometimes in a small family circle.
- A private ceremony, where the family asks for no attendance and sometimes no flowers.
If the coffin is present, all the usual funeral formats are suitable. If the urn is the focus, choose something in proportion to it.
Which formats suit an urn
| Format | Why it works | KANEL from |
|---|---|---|
| Funeral cushion | Low and compact, sits beside or in front of the urn | CHF 155 |
| One-sided arrangement | Designed to be seen from the front, ideal in front of an urn table | CHF 255 |
| Classic funeral heart | Intimate, for close family | CHF 255 |
| Classic funeral spray | When the coffin is present before cremation | CHF 255 |
| Funeral wreath | For a larger church service, on a stand | CHF 355 |
Funeral cushion
The cushion is perhaps the most natural format for an urn ceremony: compact, sober and available in white, multicoloured, yellow, pink, or pink and purple. See our guide to funeral cushions and one-sided arrangements.
One-sided arrangement
Flat at the back and full at the front, it looks balanced when placed in front of a table with the urn and a photo of the deceased. KANEL offers it in white, orange or pink.
Funeral heart
For a spouse, partner, child or parent, a heart in front of the urn expresses love more than any other format. Read more in our guide to funeral heart flowers.
KANEL prices for cremation flowers
| Range | Colours | From | Price range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Funeral cushion | white, multicoloured, yellow, pink, pink and purple | CHF 155 | CHF 155–555 |
| One-sided arrangement | white, orange, pink | CHF 255 | CHF 255–455 |
| Classic funeral heart | pink, white, pink and white, pastel pink, yellow, fuchsia | CHF 255 | CHF 255–595 |
| Prestige heart | white, multicoloured | CHF 355 | CHF 355–855 |
| Personalised ribbon (option) | — | CHF 35 | — |
| Condolence card (option) | — | CHF 24.90 | — |
Source: kanel.ch, checked November 2026. Most models come in three sizes; the “from” price is the smallest. Delivery is free anywhere in Switzerland, with no minimum order. KANEL explicitly lists cremations among the ceremonies it delivers to. See all formats in how much funeral flowers cost in Switzerland.
Choosing colours
White is the most sober and universal choice, and KANEL recommends it when you want something discreet. Softer tones, such as pink, pastel or pink and purple, bring warmth. Some families ask for colour at a celebration of life; in that case, a multicoloured or orange arrangement is fitting.
Traditional meanings cited by KANEL include the white lily (purity, peace), the white rose (purity, eternal love), the lilac (sadness, loss), the orchid (beauty, grace) and the gerbera (joy, gratitude).
Where to deliver
Check the death notice for the place of the ceremony. Typical delivery addresses are:
- the crematorium chapel;
- the church or hall where the memorial service is held;
- the funeral home;
- the cemetery, for an urn burial;
- the family’s home, if the ceremony is private.
KANEL delivers free of charge to all of these, Monday to Saturday (no Sunday delivery). When ordering, give the deceased’s name, the full address (with room or grave number if relevant), the date and time of the ceremony, your preferred delivery time, a contact person on site with a phone number, and the ribbon text.
Timing
A memorial service after a cremation may take place several days or weeks after the death, which usually leaves enough time. KANEL asks for at least 48 hours before the ceremony and accepts bookings up to 60 days in advance. If the ceremony is in less than 48 hours, contact KANEL on +41 78 243 18 69 (phone or WhatsApp, Monday–Saturday, 9am–6pm) before ordering. Our guide to urgent funeral flowers has more tips.
When the family asks for no flowers
Cremation ceremonies are sometimes held in a very small circle, and the death notice may ask for donations instead of flowers. Respect this. You can still:
- send a card with a personal message (see condolence messages for flowers);
- send a modest bouquet to the family’s home a few weeks later;
- send flowers to the urn grave on an anniversary (see grave flowers and cemetery delivery).
A note on the ribbon
A short ribbon works well even on a small cushion: “In loving memory”, “Forever in our hearts”, or simply your names. At KANEL, a personalised ribbon costs CHF 35. Our list of funeral ribbon messages has many more examples.
Summary
- Flowers are welcome at most cremation ceremonies and memorial services.
- For an urn, choose a cushion (from CHF 155), a one-sided arrangement (from CHF 255) or a small heart (from CHF 255).
- Free delivery to crematoriums, churches, funeral homes and cemeteries; no Sunday delivery.
- Order at least 48 hours ahead.
Sober flowers for an urn ceremony: KANEL’s cushions, one-sided arrangements and hearts are handmade in Geneva and delivered free anywhere in Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
Do you send flowers for a cremation?
Yes, flowers are welcome at most cremation ceremonies and memorial services in Switzerland, unless the death notice asks for donations instead. They are placed around the coffin or the urn.
What flowers are appropriate for an urn?
Low, compact formats suit an urn best: a funeral cushion, a one-sided arrangement or a small heart. Large standing wreaths can look out of proportion next to an urn.
Where should cremation flowers be delivered?
To the crematorium chapel, the church or venue of the memorial service, or the funeral home, as stated in the death notice. KANEL delivers there free of charge anywhere in Switzerland.
What happens to the flowers after a cremation?
Practices vary. Flowers are often taken by the family, placed at the urn grave or community grave later, or left at the venue. Ask the funeral home if it matters to you.
How much do cremation flowers cost?
At KANEL, a funeral cushion costs from CHF 155, a one-sided arrangement from CHF 255 and a classic heart from CHF 255, with free delivery. Prices checked November 2026.