Located in central Germany, Hesse is a key financial and transportation hub. It is a region of contrasts, with the high-rises of Frankfurt and the rolling hills and picturesque towns of the Taunus and Odenwald forests. Hesse Public Holidays 2025-2026 help you plan trips, attend festivals, and enjoy this scenic German state.
- Famous Cities:
- Frankfurt am Main: Germany’s financial capital, known for its skyline, major airport, and trade fairs. It’s home to the European Central Bank and a blend of modern and traditional architecture.
- Wiesbaden: The state capital, a historic spa town with elegant 19th-century architecture and beautiful parks.
- Kassel: Home to the UNESCO World Heritage Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, a massive park with the grand Schloss Wilhelmshöhe palace and the Hercules monument.
- Destinations:
- Römerberg: The historic center of Frankfurt, with traditional half-timbered houses and the Old Town Hall (Römer).
- Rhine River Valley: The beautiful stretch of the Rhine in Hesse is dotted with historic castles and vineyards, making for a scenic boat trip.
- Exclusive Public Holiday:
- Corpus Christi
Hesse 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) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Thursday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Friday) |
Hesse 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) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Friday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Saturday) |
Hesse 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 |