FrancevsGermany
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
6
Days you're both off
5
Only France
3
Only Germany
What the numbers say
In 2026, France has 11 nationwide public holidays and Germany has 9, so France gets 2 more days off. They line up on 6 dates, including Jour de l'an, Lundi de Pâques, Fête du Travail and Ascension.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: France has 9 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 7 for Germany (2 on a weekend).
For short breaks, France offers 5 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 3 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Germany offers 5 and 2. France has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is May in France and May in Germany.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only France
Germany is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Germany
France is working these days.