Baden-Württemberg is the south-western state of Germany, bordered by France and Switzerland. With 11.1 million inhabitants, it is Germany's third most populous state. It is home to the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), Lake Constance (Bodensee), and major cities including Stuttgart, Freiburg, and Heidelberg. Baden-Württemberg is one of Germany's most economically productive states, known for its automotive and engineering industries. It observes additional regional public holidays including Epiphany (6 January) and Corpus Christi, reflecting its predominantly Catholic population.
In 2026, Baden-Württemberg observes 12 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 3 public holidays specific to Baden-Württemberg.
Public Holidays 2026
12 holidays| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 6 Jan 2026 | Tue | Epiphany | Regional |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 6 Apr 2026 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2026 | Fri | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 14 May 2026 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 25 May 2026 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 4 Jun 2026 | Thu | Corpus Christi | Regional |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Sat | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Nov 2026 | Sun | All Saints' Day | Regional |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2026 | Sat | Boxing Day | Nationwide |