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🇩🇪 Germany Public Holidays 2027

Germany has 9 national public holidays in 2027 that apply everywhere, and 19 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. No single region observes all of them: depending on which federal state you are in, you get between 10 and 12 days off. The next public holiday in Germany is New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 days.

🇩🇪 Next Public Holiday — Germany

New Year's Day

Neujahr

1 January 2027

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe.

All Public Holidays 2027

19 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2027
NextNew Year's Day
Neujahr
National
6 January 2027
Epiphany
Heilige Drei Könige
Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt
Regional
8 March 2027
International Women's Day
Internationaler Frauentag
Berlin, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Regional
26 March 2027
Good Friday
Karfreitag
National
28 March 2027
Easter Sunday
Ostersonntag
Brandenburg
Regional
29 March 2027
Easter Monday
Ostermontag
National
1 May 2027
Labour Day
Tag der Arbeit
National
6 May 2027
Ascension Day
Christi Himmelfahrt
National
16 May 2027
Pentecost
Pfingstsonntag
Brandenburg
Regional
17 May 2027
Whit Monday
Pfingstmontag
National
27 May 2027
Corpus Christi
Fronleichnam
Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland · parts of Saxony and Thuringia
Regional
15 August 2027
Assumption Day
Mariä Himmelfahrt
Saarland · parts of Bavaria
Regional
20 September 2027
World Children's Day
Weltkindertag
Thuringia
Regional
3 October 2027
German Unity Day
Tag der Deutschen Einheit
National
31 October 2027
Reformation Day
Reformationstag
Brandenburg, Bremen, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Schleswig-Holstein, Thuringia
Regional
1 November 2027
All Saints' Day
Allerheiligen
Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland
Regional
17 November 2027
Repentance and Prayer Day
Buß- und Bettag
Saxony
Regional
25 December 2027
Christmas Day
Erster Weihnachtstag
National
26 December 2027
St. Stephen's Day
Zweiter Weihnachtstag
National

Bridge Days 2027 — Best time-off deals

Ascension Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 7 May 2027 off → 6 May 2027 to 9 May 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 28 May 2027 off → 27 May 2027 to 30 May 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland · parts of Saxony and Thuringia
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland · parts of Saxony and Thuringia
Epiphany
2 leave days5 days off
Take 4 Jan 2027 + 5 Jan 2027 off → 2 Jan 2027 to 6 Jan 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt
Epiphany
2 leave days5 days off
Take 7 Jan 2027 + 8 Jan 2027 off → 6 Jan 2027 to 10 Jan 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt
Only in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saxony-Anhalt
Repentance and Prayer Day
2 leave days5 days off
Take 15 Nov 2027 + 16 Nov 2027 off → 13 Nov 2027 to 17 Nov 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
Only in Saxony
Only in Saxony
📅 Download 2027 holidays (.ics)

Works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook

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The download above is a one-time snapshot of Germany's holidays. Subscribing adds them to your calendar permanently — next year's dates appear on their own, with no account and nothing to install.

https://www.publicholidayseu.com/api/calendar/subscribe/germany.ics
How to add it
  • Google Calendar — including every Android phone: this has to be done in a web browser at calendar.google.com — the Google Calendar mobile app cannot add calendars by link. Go to Other calendars → From URL, paste the link, and it will sync down to your phone on its own.
  • Apple Calendar (iPhone or Mac): open this link and confirm — it subscribes directly.
  • Outlook: Add calendar → Subscribe from web, then paste the link.
🌉 Bridge Days 2027🏖️ Long Weekends 2027🎒 School Holidays 2027🏆 Most Holidays in Europe
Regional:BavariaBerlinNorth Rhine-Westphalia

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Germany have in 2027?+
Germany has 9 national public holidays in 2027 that apply everywhere, and 19 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. No single region observes all of them: depending on which federal state you are in, you get between 10 and 12 days off.
What is the next public holiday in Germany?+
The next public holiday in Germany is New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 days.
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 2027.
Data source: Bundesministerium des Innern — Nationale Feiertage ↗ · Verified: Yes · Report an error