A cultural heartland in eastern Germany, Saxony is famous for its Baroque architecture, strong artistic traditions, and the natural landscapes of the Ore Mountains and Saxon Switzerland. Saxony Public Holidays 2025-2026 help you plan trips, attend festivals, and explore Dresden, Leipzig, and Saxon Switzerland.
- Famous Cities:
- Dresden: The state capital, known as the “Florence on the Elbe” for its Baroque architecture and world-class museums, including the Zwinger Palace and the Frauenkirche church.
- Leipzig: A historic city with a long tradition of music, trade, and learning. It was a key center of the peaceful revolution that led to German reunification.
- Meissen: A historic town famous for its porcelain, the first to be produced in Europe.
- Destinations:
- Saxon Switzerland National Park (Sächsische Schweiz): A national park known for its unique sandstone formations, deep gorges, and the iconic Bastei Bridge.
- Zwinger Palace: A magnificent Baroque palace in Dresden, home to several museums and a beautiful garden.
- Leipzig’s Old Town: A vibrant and historic center with landmarks like the St. Thomas Church, where Johann Sebastian Bach worked, and the Old Town Hall.
- Exclusive Public Holidays:
- Reformation Day
- Day of Repentance and Prayer
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) |
| Day of Repentance & Prayer | November 22 (Saturday) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Thursday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Friday) |
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) |
| Day of Repentance & Prayer | November 18 (Wednesday) |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (Friday) |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (Saturday) |
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 |
| 16th Nov 2026, 17th Nov 2026, 19th Nov 2026, 20th Nov 2026 | 4 | 18th Nov 2026 | 9 days |
| 21st – 24th Dec 2026, 28th – 31st Dec 2026 | 8 | 25th Dec 2026, 1st Jan 2027 | 16 days |