Understanding Luxembourg Holidays 2025
Holiday Culture in Luxembourg
Luxembourg's holiday calendar is deeply rooted in Catholic traditions, with religious festivals forming the backbone of annual celebrations. Saints' days, holy week observances, and Marian feasts create a rich tapestry of faith-based holidays complemented by national commemorations.
Major Holidays in Luxembourg
New Year's Day
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Easter Monday
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
National Day
Monday, June 23, 2025
National Day is a national holiday in Luxembourg
Holiday Pattern & Statistics
Luxembourg observes 22 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 12-15 holidays annually.
Luxembourg's 22 official holidays reflect the nation's catholic heritage and luxembourgish traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.
Business Travel & Coordination
Plan business travel to Luxembourg carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.
Cultural Traditions
Luxembourg's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.
Timezone Coordination Tips
Luxembourg observes Central European Time and switches to daylight saving time. Coordinate holiday schedules with EU partners as many holidays are shared. Note that Orthodox Christian countries may celebrate some holidays on different dates.
Why Check Luxembourg Public Holidays?
- Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
- Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
- Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
- Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
- Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
- Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
Stay Perfectly Synchronized
Our holiday calendar for Luxembourg is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Luxembourg timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Luxembourg and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.