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Open Germany Calculator →Business Days in Germany — 2026 Monthly Breakdown
Working days per month in Germany, excluding weekends and Germany public holidays:
Use the full calculator for exact monthly counts — select "🇩🇪 Germany" from the country dropdown to see Germany-specific results for any date range. For a full year-by-year breakdown, see our Working Days in Germany 2026 and 2027 reference pages.
Working Culture and Holidays in Germany
Germany's standard work week runs Monday to Friday, typically 38–40 hours, with many industries governed by collective bargaining agreements (Tarifvertrag) that set sector-specific hours and pay. The 9 holidays used here are the federal public holidays observed nationwide — Reformation Day, Epiphany, Corpus Christi, and Assumption Day are only observed in specific German states and aren't included in this nationwide count. Statutory minimum paid vacation is 20 days for a 5-day work week, though most employers offer more.
Public Holidays in Germany (2026)
Germany observes 9 national public holidays in 2026, of which 7 fall on a weekday and are excluded from the business day count. These are automatically excluded when you use our calculator with Germany selected.
For the full list of dates and names, see our Public Holidays in Germany page.
Germany vs Other Countries (2026)
| Country | Public Holidays | Business Days |
|---|---|---|
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 9 | 254 |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 11 | 250 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 8 | 252 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 8 | 251 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 10 | 250 |
| 🇮🇳 India | 9 | 252 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many business days in 2026 in Germany?
There are 254 business days in 2026 in Germany, after excluding weekends and 7 public holidays that fall on weekdays (out of 9 national holidays total).
Does the calculator include Germany holidays?
Yes — when you select Germany in our calculator, all Germany national public holidays are automatically excluded from the count.
Can I calculate business days between any two dates?
Yes — our business days calculator lets you pick any start and end date, with Germany holidays automatically excluded.
Are all German public holidays included in this count?
No — this calculator uses the 9 federal public holidays observed across all of Germany. Several states observe additional regional holidays (e.g. Epiphany in Bavaria, Reformation Day in several eastern and northern states) that aren't counted here since they don't apply nationwide.
How do I calculate working days for Germany between specific dates?
Use the main business days calculator, select Germany from the country dropdown, then enter your start and end dates. The tool automatically excludes weekends and Germany public holidays from the count.
Is this calculator updated for the current year's public holidays?
Yes — holiday data for Germany is reviewed and updated annually to reflect the current year's official public holiday calendar, including any holidays that shift date year to year.
What counts as a business day in Germany?
A business day in Germany is any weekday (Monday through Friday) that is not a recognized public holiday. Weekends and public holidays are excluded from the working day count.