Easter Monday Description
Easter Monday (Ostermontag) on April 6, 2026 is a nationwide public holiday across all 16 German federal states. It follows Easter Sunday and completes the four-day Easter weekend. Government offices, banks, post offices, schools, and most businesses are closed. It is a popular day for family outings, nature walks (Osterspaziergang), and visiting friends and relatives. Many Germans use this day to recover after Easter Sunday celebrations. Traditional Easter markets (Ostermärkte) may still be operating in some towns. Public transport operates on a Sunday/holiday schedule. Restaurants in tourist areas and beer gardens (where weather permits) usually remain open. Since this is a universal holiday in Germany, travelers can expect consistent closure patterns nationwide — though retail shops remain closed as with all public holidays and Sundays.
