Public holidays · Austria
Lower Austria · 2026
14 public holidays observed in Lower Austria during 2026. 5 school breaks shape travel demand. 10 long weekend opportunities.
All 2026 holidays
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January 2026
- Jan1New Year's Day
Thursday
- Jan6Epiphany
Tuesday
April 2026
- Apr6Easter Monday
Monday
May 2026
- May1Labour Day
Friday
- May14Ascension Day
Thursday
- May25Whit Monday
Monday
June 2026
- Jun4Corpus Christi
Thursday
August 2026
- Aug15Assumption of Mary
Saturday · Weekend
October 2026
- Oct26National Day
Monday
November 2026
- Nov1All Saints' Day
Sunday · Weekend
- Nov15Saint Leopold's Day
Sunday · Weekend
December 2026
- Dec8Immaculate Conception
Tuesday
- Dec25Christmas Day
Friday
- Dec26St. Stephen's Day
Saturday · Weekend
LegendPublic holidayBridge day opportunityWeekend
January 2026
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1New Year's Day🌉 4d
6Epiphany🌉 4d
2Bridge day → New Year's Day
5Bridge day → Epiphany
February 2026
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March 2026
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6Easter Monday📅 3d
May 2026
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1Labour Day📅 3d
14Ascension Day🌉 4d
25Whit Monday📅 3d
15Bridge day → Ascension Day
June 2026
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4Corpus Christi🌉 4d
5Bridge day → Corpus Christi
July 2026
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September 2026
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October 2026
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26National Day📅 3d
November 2026
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1All Saints' Day
15Saint Leopold's Day
December 2026
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8Immaculate Conception🌉 4d
25Christmas Day📅 3d
26St. Stephen's Day
7Bridge day → Immaculate Conception
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Long weekend opportunities
Smart windows to maximize your time off.
New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Epiphany
Jan 3 – 6
4days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5↓ off
Tue6★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Easter Monday
Apr 4 – 6
3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Ascension Day
May 14 – 17
4days off
Thu14★
Fri15↓ off
Sat16·
Sun17·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Whit Monday
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Corpus Christi
Jun 4 – 7
4days off
Thu4★
Fri5↓ off
Sat6·
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Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
National Day
Oct 24 – 26
3days off
Sat24·
Sun25·
Mon26★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Immaculate Conception
Dec 5 – 8
4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Christmas Holidays
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
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School holidays 2026
When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.
Dec24
Christmas Holidays
Dec 24 – Jan 6 · 14 days
Feb2–7
Semester Holidays (Group A)
Feb 2–7 · 6 days
Mar28
Easter Holidays
Mar 28 – Apr 6 · 10 days
May23–25
Pentecost Holidays
May 23–25 · 3 days
Jul4
Summer Holidays (Group 1)
Jul 4 – Sep 6 · 65 days
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Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Lower Austria in 2026?
Lower Austria observes 14 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Epiphany (January 6, 2026), Easter Monday (April 6, 2026), Labour Day (May 1, 2026), Ascension Day (May 14, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Lower Austria have in 2026?
Lower Austria observes 14 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Lower Austria 2026?
New Year's Day in Lower Austria falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Epiphany in Lower Austria 2026?
Epiphany in Lower Austria falls on January 6, 2026.
When is Easter Monday in Lower Austria 2026?
Easter Monday in Lower Austria falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Lower Austria 2026?
Labour Day in Lower Austria falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Ascension Day in Lower Austria 2026?
Ascension Day in Lower Austria falls on May 14, 2026.
When is Whit Monday in Lower Austria 2026?
Whit Monday in Lower Austria falls on May 25, 2026.
When is Corpus Christi in Lower Austria 2026?
Corpus Christi in Lower Austria falls on June 4, 2026.
When is Assumption of Mary in Lower Austria 2026?
Assumption of Mary in Lower Austria falls on August 15, 2026.
When is National Day in Lower Austria 2026?
National Day in Lower Austria falls on October 26, 2026.
When is All Saints' Day in Lower Austria 2026?
All Saints' Day in Lower Austria falls on November 1, 2026.
When is Saint Leopold's Day in Lower Austria 2026?
Saint Leopold's Day in Lower Austria falls on November 15, 2026.
When is Immaculate Conception in Lower Austria 2026?
Immaculate Conception in Lower Austria falls on December 8, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Lower Austria 2026?
Christmas Day in Lower Austria falls on December 25, 2026.
When is St. Stephen's Day in Lower Austria 2026?
St. Stephen's Day in Lower Austria falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Lower Austria?
Most public holidays in Lower Austria are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Lower Austria?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Lower Austria?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.