Public holidays in Germany in March 2025. Holidays in Germany. Public holidays in Germany differ by state, as each region has its own official days off. While there are no nationwide holidays in March 2025, some states will have an extra day off. March 8, International Women’s Day, is a public holiday in two states. Since Germany has one of the most varied holiday calendars in Europe, it’s always good to check which holidays apply in your area.
Public holidays in Germany in March 2025
International Women’s Day on March 8 is celebrated worldwide, recognizing women’s achievements in politics, business, culture, and society. However, in Germany, it holds a special status in two states where it is an official public holiday. Since 2019, Berlin has observed March 8 as a holiday, followed by Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in 2023. On this day, schools, offices, and shops remain closed in these states. In all other regions, March 8 is a regular working day. This year, it falls on a Saturday.
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These are the stores you can shop in Germany on March 8, 2025
Since March 8 is a public holiday in Berlin, most shops will be closed. However, some supermarkets will remain open, including:
- Edeka (Lichtenberg Station) – 8:00–22:00
- Edeka (Friedrichstraße Station) – 8:00–22:00
- Edeka (Südkreuz Station) – 8:00–22:00
- Denn’s Organic Market (Gesundbrunnen Station) – 8:00–22:00
- Rewe (Ostbahnhof) – 6:00–00:00
It’s always best to double-check opening hours before heading out. Additionally, stores at airports, major train stations, and gas stations usually remain open, and bakeries and flower shops may also operate.
Truck driving ban on March 8, 2025 in Germany
There is no general truck driving ban on March 8. However, if International Women’s Day falls on a Sunday, the standard Sunday truck ban applies, restricting truck movement from midnight to 10 PM.