School holidays

Whitsun break 2026

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

Answer

When is it?

Whitsun break 2026 runs from to and applies to all federal states. Whitsun break is compact, so calendar weeks and weekend days often decide how useful it is.

School and work

What this range means for planning

Austria's nationwide Whitsun school break runs from Saturday, 23 May through Monday, 25 May 2026, ending on the Whit Monday public holiday. School and work restart on Tuesday, so return travel, childcare and work schedules should be aligned with that shared restart.

Exact dates

By state group

Full overview
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School year 2025/26 73% · 265 days until whitsun break
What to do next

Use the date, then plan around it

Whitsun break is compact, so calendar weeks and weekend days often decide how useful it is.

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 whitsun break

Short answers about state differences, work leave and planning.

Are whitsun break dates the same in every federal state?

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

Do whitsun break mean parents are automatically off work?

No. A school closure changes care dates, not workplace leave. Whitsun break is compact, so calendar weeks and weekend days often decide how useful it is.

How should I plan around whitsun break?

Whitsun break is compact, so calendar weeks and weekend days often decide how useful it is. Use the province calendar before fixing childcare, travel or leave.

Data basis

Official school-break dates, practical grouping

Whitsun break is compact, so calendar weeks and weekend days often decide how useful it is. 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