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 2031, 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 2031
13 holidays
Bavaria — All Public Holidays 2031
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2031 | Wed | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 6 Jan 2031 | Mon | Epiphany | Regional |
| 11 Apr 2031 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 14 Apr 2031 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2031 | Thu | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 22 May 2031 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 2 Jun 2031 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 12 Jun 2031 | Thu | Corpus Christi | Regional |
| 15 Aug 2031 | Fri | Assumption of Mary | Regional |
| 3 Oct 2031 | Fri | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Nov 2031 | Sat | All Saints' Day | Regional |
| 25 Dec 2031 | Thu | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2031 | Fri | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2031
Bavaria — School Holidays 2031
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