North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen) is Germany's most populous state, home to approximately 18 million people. It encompasses the Ruhr area — historically Germany's industrial heartland — as well as major cities including Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Dortmund. The state observes additional regional public holidays including Corpus Christi and All Saints' Day, reflecting its mixed Catholic and Protestant heritage.
In 2028, North Rhine-Westphalia observes 11 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 2 public holidays specific to North Rhine-Westphalia.
Public Holidays 2028
11 holidays
North Rhine-Westphalia — All Public Holidays 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2028 | Sat | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 14 Apr 2028 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 17 Apr 2028 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2028 | Mon | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 25 May 2028 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 5 Jun 2028 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 15 Jun 2028 | Thu | Corpus Christi | Regional |
| 3 Oct 2028 | Tue | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Nov 2028 | Wed | All Saints' Day | Regional |
| 25 Dec 2028 | Mon | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2028 | Tue | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2028
North Rhine-Westphalia — School Holidays 2028
Winter Break
No break
Easter Break
10.04.2028 - 22.04.2028
Pentecost Break
No break
Summer Holidays
10.07.2028 - 22.08.2028
Autumn Break
23.10.2028 - 04.11.2028
Christmas Break
21.12.2028 - 05.01.2029