Public Holidays in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany

When planning orders and deliveries, it is important to take official public holidays into account. On these days, many companies, carriers, and institutions are (partially) closed or operate with adjusted schedules.
Below is an overview of the main public holidays in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, listed in chronological order throughout the year.

January
New Year’s Day (January 1)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

March / April
Good Friday (date varies each year)

• Germany (in many federal states)

Easter Monday (date varies each year)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

April
King’s Day (April 27)

• Netherlands

May
Labour Day (May 1)

• Belgium
• Germany

Liberation Day (May 5)

• Netherlands (official public holiday once every 5 years)

Ascension Day (date varies each year)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

Whit Monday / Pentecost Monday (date varies each year)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

July
National Day (July 21)

• Belgium

August
Assumption Day (August 15)

• Belgium
• Germany (in some federal states)

October
German Unity Day (October 3)

• Germany

November
All Saints’ Day (November 1)

• Belgium
• Germany (in some federal states)

December
Christmas Day (December 25)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

Second Day of Christmas / Boxing Day (December 26)

• Netherlands
• Belgium
• Germany

Important to know

• Public holidays may vary by country and, in some cases, even by region (especially in Germany).
• During these days, it is wise to account for possible changes in planning and delivery times.
• Around holidays and peak periods, processing and delivery may differ from regular business days.

Updated on: 24/06/2026