Holiday Calendar
Land Hessen Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for Germany applicable to Land Hessen.
Total Holidays
19
Next Holiday
Labour Day
Days Until Next
16
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
Neujahr | New Year's Day | Public |
Jan 6, 2026 Tuesday |
Heilige Drei Könige | Epiphany | Public |
Mar 8, 2026 Sunday |
Internationaler Frauentag | International Women's Day | Public |
Apr 3, 2026 Friday |
Karfreitag | Good Friday | Public |
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday |
Ostersonntag | Easter Sunday | Public |
Apr 6, 2026 Monday |
Ostermontag | Easter Monday | Public |
May 1, 2026 Friday |
Tag der Arbeit | Labour Day | Public |
May 14, 2026 Thursday |
Christi Himmelfahrt | Ascension Day | Public |
May 24, 2026 Sunday |
Pfingstsonntag | Pentecost | Public |
May 25, 2026 Monday |
Pfingstmontag | Whit Monday | Public |
Jun 4, 2026 Thursday |
Fronleichnam | Corpus Christi | Public |
Aug 15, 2026 Saturday |
Mariä Himmelfahrt | Assumption Day | Public |
Sep 20, 2026 Sunday |
Weltkindertag | World Children's Day | Public |
Oct 3, 2026 Saturday |
Tag der Deutschen Einheit | German Unity Day | Public |
Oct 31, 2026 Saturday |
Reformationstag | Reformation Day | Public |
Nov 1, 2026 Sunday |
Allerheiligen | All Saints' Day | Public |
Nov 18, 2026 Wednesday |
Buß- und Bettag | Repentance and Prayer Day | Public |
Dec 25, 2026 Friday |
Erster Weihnachtstag | Christmas Day | Public |
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday |
Zweiter Weihnachtstag | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Land Hessen have in 2026?
Land Hessen follows the national holiday calendar of Germany, which has 19 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Land Hessen?
The next public holiday applicable to Land Hessen is Labour Day on May 1, 2026.
Are national holidays in Germany observed in Land Hessen?
Yes. All national public holidays of Germany are observed in Land Hessen. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Land Hessen?
Yes, banks and government offices in Land Hessen are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Land Hessen?
New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Germany, and is therefore observed in Land Hessen.
Do schools close on public holidays in Land Hessen?
Yes, schools in Land Hessen are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by Germany.
What currency is used in Land Hessen?
The official currency of Land Hessen is the same as Germany: euro.
What is the weather like in Land Hessen?
Check the current 3-day weather forecast for Land Hessen on our Weather page.