Bavaria (Bayern) is the largest German federal state by area and the second most populous, home to approximately 13.3 million people. Its capital, Munich (München), is Germany's third largest city. Bavaria is known internationally for its Alpine landscape, Oktoberfest, Neuschwanstein Castle, and strong cultural identity. It is the most Catholic of Germany's states and observes the highest number of public holidays — up to 13 per year — including Epiphany, Corpus Christi, Assumption of Mary, and All Saints' Day.
In 2029, Bavaria observes 13 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 4 public holidays specific to Bavaria.
Public Holidays 2029
13 holidays
Bavaria — All Public Holidays 2029
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2029 | Mon | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 6 Jan 2029 | Sat | Epiphany | Regional |
| 30 Mar 2029 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 2 Apr 2029 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2029 | Tue | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 10 May 2029 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 21 May 2029 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 31 May 2029 | Thu | Corpus Christi | Regional |
| 15 Aug 2029 | Wed | Assumption of Mary | Regional |
| 3 Oct 2029 | Wed | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Nov 2029 | Thu | All Saints' Day | Regional |
| 25 Dec 2029 | Tue | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2029 | Wed | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2029
Bavaria — School Holidays 2029
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