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 2028, 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 2028
12 holidays
Saarland — 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 |
| 15 Aug 2028 | Tue | Assumption of Mary | 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
Saarland — School Holidays 2028
Winter Break
21.02.2028 - 29.02.2028
Easter Break
12.04.2028 - 21.04.2028
Pentecost Break
No break
Summer Holidays
03.07.2028 - 11.08.2028
Autumn Break
09.10.2028 - 20.10.2028
Christmas Break
20.12.2028 - 02.01.2029