9Public Holidays
2Fall on a Weekend
2Fall on a Monday
5Long Weekends
In 2026, Germany observes 9 public holidays, starting with New Year's Day on January 1 and closing the year with Second Christmas Day on December 26. Friday is the most common day of the week for a holiday to fall on this year, and 2 of the 9 holidays land on a weekend. Use the month-by-month grids below to plan time off, or jump straight to the full list and FAQ.
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●1 Jan – New Year's Day
February2026
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●3 Apr – Good Friday
●6 Apr – Easter Monday
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●14 May – Ascension Day
●25 May – Whit Monday
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●3 Oct – German Unity Day
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●25 Dec – Christmas Day
●26 Dec – Second Christmas Day
Full Holiday List
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| Apr 3 | Good Friday | Friday |
| Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Monday |
| May 1 | Labour Day | Friday |
| May 14 | Ascension Day | Thursday |
| May 25 | Whit Monday | Monday |
| Oct 3 | German Unity Day | Saturday weekend |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Friday |
| Dec 26 | Second Christmas Day | Saturday weekend |
Common Questions
How many public holidays does Germany have in 2026?
Germany observes 9 public holidays in 2026, based on national/federal-level sources.
How many 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in Germany?
2 of Germany's 9 public holidays in 2026 fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Germany?
New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 is the first public holiday of the year.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Germany?
Second Christmas Day on December 26, 2026 closes out the public holiday calendar for Germany.