Germany Calendar

12.03

+ Public Holidays & School Holidays

Germany calendar with public and school holidays, by year and federal state

German calendar with dates for public holidays, annual events and school holidays. Includes a database of popular holidays, articles and useful services.

Today, Thursday, 12 March 2026, there is no nationwide public holiday in Germany.
See which popular holidays are celebrated in Germany today.

Germany Calendar


the full interactive Germany holiday calendar for this year and by years. Compare calendars by German states.

Holidays and days off:

School holidays in Germany

In March and April, schools in Germany have Spring break. The dates and duration of the holidays depend on the federal state. Currently, school holidays are taking place in:

  • 02 Mar - 13 Mar 2026 Hamburg

Upcoming School Holidays in Germany:

Spring school holidays in Germany - holiday schedule

Spring break (Osterferien (Frühjahrferien)):

School holidays in Germany for Ascension - holiday schedule

Ascension school holidays (Himmelfahrt-, Pfingstferien):


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Weekends, days off from work in Germany

Weekends, days off from work in Germany

How many days off Germany has each year: Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays (accounting for overlaps), plus how the total can vary by federal state.


How many holidays are there in Germany?

How many holidays are there in Germany?

Explains how many public holidays Germany has in total and how the number differs by federal state, with a state-by-state overview.


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