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Public holidays in Germany 2027

National and available regional public holidays for 2027, with country-specific scope notes and planning links.

2027 holiday list

New Year's Day
Rule-based 路 National
Good Friday
Rule-based 路 National
Easter Monday
Rule-based 路 National
Labour Day
Rule-based 路 National
Ascension Day
Rule-based 路 National
Whit Monday
Rule-based 路 National
German Unity Day
Rule-based 路 National
Christmas Day
Rule-based 路 National
Second Day of Christmas
Rule-based 路 National
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What the list covers

Only some public holidays apply in every federal state. Several important dates are state-specific, so the subdivision label should be checked before planning leave or business closures.

Typical weekend

This guide treats Saturday and Sunday as the standard weekend when calculating working days and holiday breaks.

Source and coverage

Calculated from stable statutory rules. Public holidays observed in every federal state; state-only holidays are omitted.

Primary source: German Federal Office for Logistics and Mobility holiday guidance. Critical payroll, legal and travel dates should still be confirmed with the relevant local authority.

Frequently asked questions

Are these all public holidays in Germany?

Only some public holidays apply in every federal state. Several important dates are state-specific, so the subdivision label should be checked before planning leave or business closures.

Are regional holidays included for 2027?

This page states its exact geographic scope beside the primary source. Regional and municipal dates outside that scope are not implied.

How often should I recheck 2027 dates?

Recheck before booking travel, running payroll or relying on a date for a legal deadline, especially when holidays are proclamation- or observation-based.