School holidays

Easter break 2026

Exact Austria-wide school-holiday range, with planning links and subscription options.

Answer

When is it?

Easter break 2026 runs from to and applies to all federal states. Easter break is best compared with Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday in the planner.

School and work

What this range means for planning

The official nationwide school-break period in Austria runs from 28 March through 6 April 2026 and ends on Easter Monday. Good Friday is school-free but a normal working day for many employees, so leave, childcare and return travel for the school restart need separate coordination.

Exact dates

By state group

Full overview
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All federal states
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School year 2025/26 57% · 208 days until easter break
What to do next

Use the date, then plan around it

Easter break is best compared with Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday in the planner.

Families

Childcare first

School-free weekdays still need childcare or approved leave.

Work

Not automatically off

School holidays do not replace employment leave rules.

Travel

Expect demand peaks

Starts and ends can affect traffic, booking windows and family destinations.

FAQ

Common questions about easter break

Short answers about state differences, work leave and planning.

Are easter break dates the same in every federal state?

The current source lists one country-wide range for Easter break. Still check the school or regional authority if a local school-free day is relevant.

Do easter break mean parents are automatically off work?

No. A school closure changes care dates, not workplace leave. Easter break is best compared with Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday in the planner.

How should I plan around easter break?

Easter break is best compared with Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday in the planner. Use the province calendar before fixing childcare, travel or leave.

Data basis

Official school-break dates, practical grouping

Easter break is best compared with Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday in the planner. Official ministry rows define the range; school-specific days require a province or school check.

BMB school dates RIS School Time Act § 2 How we maintain this data