Berlin School Holidays 2026/2027: Your Complete Guide to Breaks and Public Holidays

For students and teachers in Berlin, the summer holidays are still in full swing, with 42 days remaining until August 22, 2026. But what about the next breaks? This article provides a comprehensive overview of all school holidays and public holidays in Berlin for the 2026/2027 academic year, ensuring you can plan your time effectively.

Current School Holiday Status in Berlin (as of July 11, 2026)

Currently, Berlin is enjoying its summer holidays, which will conclude on August 22, 2026. This means there are still 42 days of summer fun left. Following this, there are 100 days until the next official school break. In addition, Berlin has three upcoming public holidays in 2026, with the next one being just 84 days away.

Alongside Berlin, schools in Saarland, Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, Lower Saxony, Bremen, Thuringia, Schleswig-Holstein, Saxony-Anhalt, Saxony, Brandenburg, and Hamburg are also closed for summer holidays.

Upcoming School Holiday Dates for Berlin 2026/2027

Here’s a detailed breakdown of all scheduled school holidays for Berlin:

• Winter Holidays: February 2, 2026 – February 7, 2026
• Easter Holidays: March 30, 2026 – April 10, 2026
• Day off from school: May 15, 2026
• Whitsun Holidays: May 26, 2026
• Summer Holidays: July 9, 2026 – August 22, 2026 (currently ongoing)
• Autumn Holidays: October 19, 2026 – October 31, 2026
• Christmas Holidays: December 23, 2026 – January 2, 2027

The next major break after the summer holidays will be the Autumn Holidays, starting on October 19, 2026.

Public Holidays and Bridge Days in Berlin 2026 and 2027

Berlin observes 10 public holidays annually. In 2026, seven of these fall on a weekend, while three will result in a school-free weekday. The next public holiday is German Unity Day on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Potential bridge days for employees in Berlin include:

• Ascension Day: May 7, 2027 (Friday)

Below is an overview of upcoming public holidays in Berlin:

Please note that Easter Sunday and Whit Sunday are ecclesiastical holidays. While they are not legally recognized public holidays in Berlin in the employment law sense, they always fall on a Sunday, meaning no school classes are held on these days.

Planning Your Time Off

Understanding these dates is crucial for families, students, and educators to plan their academic year, vacations, and other activities. With this comprehensive guide, you can effectively manage your schedule around Berlin’s school holidays and public observances.

For further information on school holidays across all German federal states, please refer to the relevant news.de articles.

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Source: https://www.news.de/reisen-und-leben/858397217/ferien-berlin-2026-naechste-schulferien-termine-und-feiertage-wie-lange-sind-noch-sommerferien-wann-sind-herbstferien-stand-11-07-2026/1/