Public Holidays in Germany
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May11
Mother's Day
In 12 daysObservance - May29
Ascension Day
In 30 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(1 holiday)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
February(2 holidays)
- 14FriValentine's DayObservance
- 27ThuWomen's Carnival DayObservance
March(3 holidays)
- 3MonShrove MondayObservance
- 4TueShrove TuesdayObservance
- 5WedAsh WednesdayObservance
April(4 holidays)
- 17ThuMaundy ThursdayObservance
- 18FriGood FridayPublic
- 20SunEaster SundayObservance
- 21MonEaster MondayPublic
May(3 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 11SunMother's DayObservance
- 29ThuAscension DayPublic
June(2 holidays)
- 8SunPentecostObservance
- 9MonWhit MondayPublic
October(1 holiday)
- 3FriNational HolidayPublic
November(7 holidays)
- 1SatAll Saints' DayObservance
- 2SunAll Souls' DayObservance
- 11TueSaint MartinObservance
- 16SunMemorial DayObservance
- 19WedDay of Prayer and RepentanceObservance
- 23SunTotensonntagObservance
- 30Sun1. AdventObservance
December(7 holidays)
- 7Sun2. AdventObservance
- 14Sun3. AdventObservance
- 21Sun4. AdventObservance
- 24WedChristmas EveBank
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
- 26FriBoxing DayPublic
- 31WedNew Year's EveBank
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Germany
Official public holidays in Germany. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Germany Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 9 official public holidays in Germany with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.