School holidays

Summer break 2026

Exact school-holiday ranges by federal state or school group, with planning links and subscription options.

Answer

When is it?

Summer break 2026 is staggered by federal state or school group. The first range is 4 July 2026 - 6 September 2026 for W, NÖ, and B; the cards below show every group.

Soon relevant
12 days until Summer break

Check family travel, childcare and busy travel windows early.

Exact dates

By state group

Full overview
W, NÖ, and B

4 July 2026 - 6 September 2026

Wien Niederösterreich Burgenland
65 days
School year 2025/26 84% · 306 days until summer break
K, OÖ, S, St, T, and V

11 July 2026 - 13 September 2026

Kärnten Oberösterreich Salzburg Steiermark Tirol Vorarlberg
65 days
School year 2025/26 86% · 313 days until summer break
Data basis

Official school-break dates, practical grouping

The displayed date rows are grouped for readability from official school-calendar data. School-specific free days or local arrangements are not treated as nationwide rules.

BMB school dates RIS School Time Act § 2
What to do next

Use the date, then plan around it

Summer break should be aligned early with travel windows, childcare and team absences.

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 summer break

Short answers about state differences, work leave and planning.

Are summer break dates the same in every federal state?

No. Summer break dates differ by federal state or school group. The table on this page shows the exact range for each group.

Do summer break mean parents are automatically off work?

No. Summer break affect school schedules and childcare planning, but work leave still depends on employment rules and approved vacation days.

How should I plan around summer break?

Summer break should be aligned early with travel windows, childcare and team absences. Use the planner for public holidays, calendar weeks for project timing and the calendar subscription for ongoing updates.