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School holidays

Portugal ·

4 school breaks in Portugal during 2026. Longest is 21 days (Weihnachtsferien).

School breaks

4

Total off-days

52

Longest break

21 d

Next break

In 193 days

All 2026 school breaks

4 total
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Dez16

Weihnachtsferien

Dez 16 – Jan 5 · 21 Tage

21T
Feb16

Karnevalsferien

Feb 16 – 18 · 3 Tage

3T
Mär30

Osterferien

Mär 30 – Apr 10 · 12 Tage

12T
Dez16

Weihnachtsferien

Dez 16 – 31 · 16 Tage

16T

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Public holidays in 2026

Affect closures and travel demand around school breaks.

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Jan1

Neujahrstag

Apr3

Karfreitag

Apr5

Ostersonntag

Apr25

Befreiungstag

Mai1

Tag der Arbeit

Jun4

Fronleichnam

Jun10

Nationalfeiertag

Aug15

Mariä Himmelfahrt

Okt5

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Frequently asked questions

Wann sind die Schulferien 2026 in Portugal?
Schulen in Portugal haben 4 Ferienperioden im Jahr 2026. Die Zeitleiste oben zeigt Anfang und Ende jeder Ferienzeit.
How many school breaks does Portugal have in 2026?
Portugal schools observe 4 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
Wann sind die Weihnachtsferien 2026 in Portugal?
Die Weihnachtsferien in Portugal laufen vom 16. Dezember 2025 – 5. Januar 2026.
Wann sind die Karnevalsferien 2026 in Portugal?
Die Karnevalsferien in Portugal laufen vom 16. Februar 2026 – 18. Februar 2026.
Wann sind die Osterferien 2026 in Portugal?
Die Osterferien in Portugal laufen vom 30. März 2026 – 10. April 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of Portugal. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.