Public holidays Hessen 2027

Overview of all public holidays in Hessen (Germany) for 2027.

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Data Dzień tygodnia Nazwa święta TK
01.01.2027 piątek Neujahrstag 53
26.03.2027 piątek Karfreitag 12
29.03.2027 poniedziałek Ostermontag 13
01.05.2027 sobota Tag der Arbeit 17
06.05.2027 czwartek Christi Himmelfahrt 18
17.05.2027 poniedziałek Pfingstmontag 20
27.05.2027 czwartek Fronleichnam 21
03.10.2027 niedziela Tag der Deutschen Einheit 39
25.12.2027 sobota 1. Weihnachtsfeiertag 51
26.12.2027 niedziela 2. Weihnachtsfeiertag 51

Public holidays 2027 in Hessen

2027 offers a total of 10 public holidays in Hessen, creating room for rest, tradition and cultural celebrations. These days are a core part of the regional calendar and reflect both national and local customs.

Our detailed overview helps you plan appointments, vacations, or simply keep track of the next day off. The table above shows not only the date, but also the weekday and calendar week for each holiday.

Good to know about public holidays in Germany

  • Regional differences: Some holidays only apply to specific states or cantons.
  • Movable holidays: Dates for holidays such as Easter or Ascension Day vary each year.
  • Days off work: On public holidays, work pauses and most shops remain closed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Pytania szczegółowe

How many public holidays does Hessen have in 2027?
Hessen has a total of 10 public holidays in 2027.
Do public holidays in Hessen in 2027 fall on weekends?
Yes, in 2027, 4 holiday(s) in Hessen fall on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday): Tag der Arbeit, Tag der Deutschen Einheit, 1. Weihnachtsfeiertag, 2. Weihnachtsfeiertag.

General Questions

What are public holidays?
Public holidays are days on which work is suspended and which are protected by law. On these days, most employees have the day off and shops remain closed.
Are the holidays the same throughout Germany/Austria/Switzerland?
No, there are national holidays that apply to the whole country, and regional holidays that are only valid in certain states, cantons, or even individual municipalities.
Why do some holidays change their date each year?
Movable holidays like Easter or Pentecost depend on the lunar calendar and therefore fall on a different date each year. Fixed holidays like Christmas or New Year's Day always have the same date.
Are shops open on public holidays?
As a rule, most retail stores are closed on public holidays. Exceptions often apply to gas stations, train stations, airports, and certain service businesses.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
If a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, there is generally no additional day off in compensation in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. In this case, employees are simply "out of luck".

Technical Questions

Where does the holiday data on this page come from?
Our holiday data is based on the legal regulations of the respective countries and states/cantons. We regularly check the data for timeliness and accuracy.
How is the data for future years calculated?
Fixed holidays are easy to determine. Movable holidays are calculated in advance for the respective years using the Gaussian Easter formula and derived calculations.

Last updated: 04/04/2026

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