19 official public holidays in 2027, with 5 bridge days or long weekends. Government offices and consulates are usually closed on these days.
A holiday on a Tuesday or Thursday: take just one day off for a four-day break. On a Monday or Friday: three days off without using any leave.
Neujahr
Friday, January 1
From Friday, January 1 to Sunday, January 3
Karfreitag
Friday, March 26
From Friday, March 26 to Sunday, March 28
Ostermontag
Monday, March 29
From Saturday, March 27 to Monday, March 29
Christi Himmelfahrt
Thursday, May 6
From Thursday, May 6 to Sunday, May 9 · 1 day of leave
Pfingstmontag
Monday, May 17
From Saturday, May 15 to Monday, May 17
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.