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German public holidays & bridge-day planner
Pick a year and a state to see every statutory public holiday – and the bridge days where 1–4 vacation days turn into the longest breaks.
Public holidays
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How to use it
- Choose the year and your federal state.
- The list shows all statutory holidays; regional ones are marked.
- The planner ranks bridge days by how many days off you get per vacation day.
Getting the most out of your leave
Holidays on Thursdays or Tuesdays are ideal: a single bridge day creates a four-day weekend. Around Easter and Christmas, four vacation days often give nine or ten days off in a row. Plan early – popular bridge days go fast in a team.
Last checked: October 2026 · Based on: Public-holiday laws of the German states. Found a mistake? Use the form below – we fix confirmed errors and update the date.
Frequently asked questions
How are the bridge days calculated?
We look for short runs of working days (1–4) between weekends and public holidays. Taking those days off connects the free days into one longer break. Results are ranked by days off per vacation day.
Are school holidays included?
No, only statutory public holidays. School holidays differ by state and year.
Which states have the most holidays?
Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg typically have the most statutory holidays; northern states fewer. The exact number depends on the year (some fall on weekends).