Munich School Holidays (2026)

Each federal state in Germany is responsible for their education system. There are no fees to pay in schools in Munich and schools are divided into three main categories – general education, vocational schools and higher education.

School holidays in Munich are observed across the city. School dates may vary from one school to another. For more updated information, you can contact the schools directly for more accurate school holiday announcements.

When are school holidays in Munich?

What are the other holidays in Munich?

New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Munich, celebrating the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian calendar.

Three Kings’ Day
Three Kings’ Day, or Epiphany, commemorates the presentation of baby Jesus to the wise men.

Good Friday
Good Friday commemorates the death and crucifixion of Jesus on the cross.

Easter Monday
Easter Monday celebrated a day after Easter Sunday, marking the resurrection of Jesus after his death on Good Friday. It is one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar.

May Day
More commonly known as Labor Day, May Day in Munich commemorates the efforts and achievements of the labor movement.

Ascension Day
Ascension Day commemorates Jesus’ ascension into heaven 39 days after his crucifixion.

Whit Monday
Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit in the form of flames to the Apostles.

German Unity Day
Celebrated all over Germany, the German Unity Day commemorates the anniversary of the reunification of the country in 1990.

Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a public holiday in Munich, celebrating the birth of Jesus. This date is set in accordance with the Gregorian calendar.

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