Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) follows Pentecost Sunday and is a full public holiday across Germany. It marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and is the last major holiday of the spring season, typically falling in late May or June.
Traditions
The Pfingstwochenende (Pentecost weekend) is one of the most popular travel weekends. Traditional customs include Pfingstochse (decorating an ox) in rural areas and Pfingstbräuche (Pentecost customs) varying by region. Many towns hold open-air festivals and markets.
Public HolidayReligious
🕊️Whit Monday
Monday, May 25, 2026
2026
📖About This Holiday
Whit Monday (Pfingstmontag) follows Pentecost Sunday and is a full public holiday across Germany. It marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and is the last major holiday of the spring season, typically falling in late May or June.
🎉Traditions & Customs
The Pfingstwochenende (Pentecost weekend) is one of the most popular travel weekends. Traditional customs include Pfingstochse (decorating an ox) in rural areas and Pfingstbräuche (Pentecost customs) varying by region. Many towns hold open-air festivals and markets.
💼Work Information
Full public holiday nationwide. Government offices, banks, and schools are closed. A popular weekend for short trips — expect heavy traffic.
