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🇩🇪 Germany Public Holidays 2025

Germany has 20 public holidays in 2025, of which 9 are national public holidays observed across the entire country. There are no more public holidays in Germany for 2025.

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All Public Holidays 2025

20 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2025
New Year's Day
Neujahr
National
6 January 2025
Epiphany
Heilige Drei Könige
Regional
8 March 2025
International Women's Day
Internationaler Frauentag
Regional
18 April 2025
Good Friday
Karfreitag
National
20 April 2025
Easter Sunday
Ostersonntag
Regional
21 April 2025
Easter Monday
Ostermontag
National
1 May 2025
Labour Day
Tag der Arbeit
National
8 May 2025
Liberation Day
Tag der Befreiung
Regional
29 May 2025
Ascension Day
Christi Himmelfahrt
National
8 June 2025
Pentecost
Pfingstsonntag
Regional
9 June 2025
Whit Monday
Pfingstmontag
National
19 June 2025
Corpus Christi
Fronleichnam
Regional
15 August 2025
Assumption Day
Mariä Himmelfahrt
Regional
20 September 2025
World Children's Day
Weltkindertag
Regional
3 October 2025
German Unity Day
Tag der Deutschen Einheit
National
31 October 2025
Reformation Day
Reformationstag
Regional
1 November 2025
All Saints' Day
Allerheiligen
Regional
19 November 2025
Repentance and Prayer Day
Buß- und Bettag
Regional
25 December 2025
Christmas Day
Erster Weihnachtstag
National
26 December 2025
St. Stephen's Day
Zweiter Weihnachtstag
National

Bridge Days 2025 — Best time-off deals

Labour Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 2 May 2025 off → 1 May 2025 to 4 May 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Liberation Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 9 May 2025 off → 8 May 2025 to 11 May 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Ascension Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 30 May 2025 off → 29 May 2025 to 1 Jun 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 20 Jun 2025 off → 19 Jun 2025 to 22 Jun 2025 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
New Year's Day
2 leave days5 days off
Take 30 Dec 2024 + 31 Dec 2024 off → 28 Dec 2024 to 1 Jan 2025 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Germany have in 2025?+
Germany has 20 public holidays in 2025, of which 9 are national public holidays observed across the entire country.
What is the next public holiday in Germany?+
There are no more public holidays in Germany for 2025.
Are public holidays paid days off in Germany?+
In Germany, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Regional holidays may vary by employer. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.
Can I add Germany public holidays to my calendar?+
Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file that works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook.
What are bridge days in Germany?+
Bridge days are working days between a public holiday and a weekend. By taking 1 bridge day off, you can get 4 or more consecutive days off. See the bridge days section above for the best opportunities in 2025.
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