🇳🇱 Next Public Holiday — Netherlands

Christmas Day

Q: How many public holidays does Netherlands have in 2026?

Netherlands has 11 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What is the next public holiday in Netherlands?

The next public holiday in Netherlands is New Year's Day on 1 January 2026.

Q: Are public holidays paid days off in Netherlands?

In Netherlands, most public holidays are paid days off for employees. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Eerste Kerstdag

25 December 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

11 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	New Year's Day Nieuwjaarsdag	National
3 April 2026	Good Friday Goede Vrijdag	National
5 April 2026	Easter Sunday Eerste Paasdag	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday Tweede Paasdag	National
27 April 2026	King's Day Koningsdag	National
5 May 2026	Liberation Day Bevrijdingsdag	National
14 May 2026	Ascension Day Hemelvaartsdag	National
24 May 2026	Pentecost Eerste Pinksterdag	National
25 May 2026	Whit Monday Tweede Pinksterdag	National
25 December 2026	NextChristmas Day Eerste Kerstdag	National
26 December 2026	St. Stephen's Day Tweede Kerstdag	National

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

New Year's Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 2 Jan 2026 off → 1 Jan 2026 to 4 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Liberation Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 4 May 2026 off → 2 May 2026 to 5 May 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Ascension Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 15 May 2026 off → 14 May 2026 to 17 May 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

📅 Add all holidays to calendar (.ics)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Netherlands have in 2026?+

Netherlands has 11 public holidays in 2026, of which 11 are national holidays observed across the entire country.

What is the next public holiday in Netherlands?+

The next public holiday in Netherlands is Christmas Day on 25 December 2026, which is in 191 days.

Are public holidays paid days off in Netherlands?+

In Netherlands, 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 Netherlands 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 Netherlands?+

Bridge days (or Brückentage) 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 2026.

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