Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) Long Weekends 2026

Use this 2026 long weekend planner for Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) to spot public holidays that create three-day weekends and extended breaks. This calendar applies only to Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) and should not be read as a nationwide holiday calendar for everyone in Germany.

What is the next long weekend in Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded)?

The next long weekend in Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) runs from December 25, 2026 to December 27, 2026 for 3 days, around Christmas Day, Second Christmas Day. Verified jurisdiction: Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded).

Turn leave days into longer breaks

Use public holidays and weekends together to get more days away with fewer leave days.

  • Take 1 day off to get 5 days away: April 2, 2026 - April 6, 2026. Book leave: April 2, 2026
  • Take 1 day off to get 4 days away: January 1, 2026 - January 4, 2026. Book leave: January 2, 2026
  • Take 1 day off to get 4 days away: April 30, 2026 - May 3, 2026. Book leave: April 30, 2026
  • Take 1 day off to get 4 days away: May 14, 2026 - May 17, 2026. Book leave: May 15, 2026
  • Take 1 day off to get 4 days away: May 22, 2026 - May 25, 2026. Book leave: May 22, 2026
  • Take 1 day off to get 4 days away: December 24, 2026 - December 27, 2026. Book leave: December 24, 2026

FAQ

How many long weekends are there in Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) in 2026?
Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) has 4 long weekends in 2026 based on public holidays that connect with Saturday or Sunday. This calendar applies only to Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) and should not be read as a nationwide holiday calendar for everyone in Germany.
What is the next long weekend in Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded)?
The next long weekend in Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded) runs from December 25, 2026 to December 27, 2026 for 3 days, around Christmas Day, Second Christmas Day. Verified jurisdiction: Germany (nine holidays observed in every federal state; state/local holidays excluded).