The second-largest German state by area, Lower Saxony offers a diverse landscape, from the North Seacoast and the Wadden Sea to the Harz Mountains and the Lüneburg Heath. It is also a major industrial center, home to Volkswagen’s headquarters. Lower Saxony Public Holidays 2025-2026 help you plan trips, attend festivals, and explore this scenic German state.
- Famous Cities:
- Hanover (Hannover): The state capital, known for its Herrenhausen Gardens, one of the most important Baroque gardens in Europe.
- Braunschweig: A historic city with a rich cultural heritage and a beautifully restored Old Town.
- Wolfsburg: A city dominated by the automotive industry, home to the Volkswagen headquarters and the unique Autostadt theme park.
- Destinations:
- The Harz Mountains: A popular recreational area for hiking and winter sports, with picturesque towns like Goslar and a famous steam railway.
- Lüneburg Heath (Lüneburger Heide): A large area of heathland known for its purple blossoms in late summer. It’s a peaceful landscape for walking and cycling.
- Herrenhausen Gardens: A complex of gardens in Hanover, including a grand Baroque garden and an English landscape garden.
- Exclusive Public Holiday:
- Reformation Day
Lower Saxony Public Holidays 2025
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| New Years’ Day | January 1 (Wednesday) |
| Good Friday | April 18 (Friday) |
| Easter Sunday | April 20 (Sunday) |
| Easter Monday | April 21 (Monday) |
| Labour Day | May 1 (Thursday) |
| Ascension Day | May 29 (Thursday) |
| Whitmonday | June 9 (Monday) |
| German Unification Day | October 3 (Friday) |
| Reformation Day | October 31 (Friday) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Thursday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Friday) |
Lower Saxony Public Holidays 2026
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| New Years’ Day | January 1 (Thursday) |
| Good Friday | April 3 (Friday) |
| Easter Sunday | April 5 (Sunday) |
| Easter Monday | April 6 (Monday) |
| Labour Day | May 1 (Friday) |
| Ascension Day | May 14 (Thursday) |
| Whitmonday | May 26 (Monday) |
| German Unification Day | October 3 (Saturday) |
| Reformation Day | October 31 (Saturday) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Friday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Saturday) |
Lower Saxony Vacation Planner 2025-2026
| Vacation Dates | User Paid Leaves | Included Holidays | Total Vaction Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22nd – 24th Dec 2025, 29th – 31st Dec 2025, 2nd Jan 2026 | 7 | 25th Dec 2025, 26th Dec 2025, 1st Jan 2026 | 16 days |
| 2nd Jan 2026 | 1 | 1st Jan 2026 | 4 days |
| 30th March 2026, 31st March 2026, 1st April 2026, 2nd April 2026 | 4 | 3rd April 2026, 6th April 2026 | 10 days |
| 7th – 10th April 2026 | 4 | 3rd April 2026, 6th April 2026 | 10 days |
| 27th – 30th April | 4 | 1st May 2026 | 9 days |
| 15th May 2026 | 1 | 14th May 2026 | 4 days |
| 26th – 29th May 2026 | 4 | 25th May 2026 | 9 days |
| 21st – 24th Dec 2026, 28th – 31st Dec 2026 | 8 | 25th Dec 2026, 1st Jan 2027 | 16 days |