The Saarland is Germany's smallest non-city-state, home to approximately 1 million people. Located on the French border, it was administratively part of France and later under French-administered Saar protectorate status until 1957, when it rejoined the Federal Republic of Germany. This French influence remains visible in local culture, cuisine, and architecture. The Saarland observes additional regional holidays including Corpus Christi and Assumption of Mary.
In 2026, Saarland observes 12 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 3 public holidays specific to Saarland.
Public Holidays 2026
12 holidays
Saarland — All Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 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 |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Sat | Assumption of Mary | 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 |
School Holidays 2026
Saarland — School Holidays 2026
Winter Break
16.02.2026 - 20.02.2026
Easter Break
07.04.2026 - 17.04.2026
Pentecost Break
No break
Summer Holidays
29.06.2026 - 07.08.2026
Autumn Break
05.10.2026 - 16.10.2026
Christmas Break
21.12.2026 - 31.12.2026