RomaniavsBulgaria
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
8
Days you're both off
9
Only Romania
7
Only Bulgaria
What the numbers say
In 2026, Romania has 17 nationwide public holidays and Bulgaria has 15, so Romania gets 2 more days off. They line up on 8 dates, including Anul Nou, Vinerea mare, Paștele and Ziua Muncii.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Romania has 12 on working days (5 fall on a weekend), against 12 for Bulgaria (3 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Romania offers 8 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 3 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Bulgaria offers 7 and 4. Bulgaria has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is January in Romania and April in Bulgaria.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Romania
Bulgaria is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Bulgaria
Romania is working these days.