Public Holidays in Germany
Upcoming Holidays
- Feb12
Women's Carnival Day
In 6 daysObservance - Feb14
Valentine's Day
In 8 daysObservance - Feb16
Shrove Monday
In 10 daysObservance
Holiday Calendar
January(1 holiday)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayPublic
February(5 holidays)
- 12ThuWomen's Carnival DayObservance
- 14SatValentine's DayObservance
- 16MonShrove MondayObservance
- 17TueShrove TuesdayObservance
- 18WedAsh WednesdayObservance
April(4 holidays)
- 2ThuMaundy ThursdayObservance
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 5SunEaster SundayObservance
- 6MonEaster MondayPublic
May(5 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 10SunMother's DayObservance
- 14ThuAscension DayPublic
- 24SunPentecostObservance
- 25MonWhit MondayPublic
October(1 holiday)
- 3SatNational HolidayPublic
November(7 holidays)
- 1SunAll Saints' DayObservance
- 2MonAll Souls' DayObservance
- 11WedSaint MartinObservance
- 15SunMemorial DayObservance
- 18WedDay of Prayer and RepentanceObservance
- 22SunTotensonntagObservance
- 29Sun1. AdventObservance
December(7 holidays)
- 6Sun2. AdventObservance
- 13Sun3. AdventObservance
- 20Sun4. AdventObservance
- 24ThuChristmas EveBank
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
- 26SatBoxing DayPublic
- 31ThuNew Year's EveBank
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Germany
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 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 9 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.