Luxembourg Calendar 2025

The major public holidays in Luxembourg for 2025 include: • New Year's Day (Jan 1) • Easter Monday (Apr 21) • Labour Day (May 1) • Europe Day (May 9) • Ascension Day (May 29) • Whit Monday (Jun 9) • National Day (Jun 23) • Assumption Day (Aug 15) • All Saints' Day (Nov 1) • Christmas Day (Dec 25) • St. Stephen's Day (Dec 26) National Day (June 23) is Luxembourg's most important national holiday, celebrating the Grand Duke's official birthday.

Business operations during Luxembourg holidays: 1. General Closures: • Government offices and banks are closed • Most retail stores are closed or have reduced hours • Public transportation runs on holiday schedules 2. Business Planning: • Plan for reduced operations during major holidays • National Day period (June 23) sees nationwide celebrations • Christmas and New Year period often extends to multiple days 3. Working Hours: • The day before public holidays may have shortened working hours • Some businesses bridge holidays with weekends • Minimum 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Luxembourg's cultural celebrations in 2025: 1. Traditional Events: • Buergbrennen (March) - Traditional bonfire celebrations • Éimaischen (Easter Monday) - Traditional crafts market • Schueberfouer (Aug-Sep) - Luxembourg's largest fair • Oktavsmäertchen (Spring) - Religious and cultural festival 2. Modern Celebrations: • Luxembourg City Summer Festival (June-September) • National Day Eve (June 22) - Torchlight procession • Wine festivals in Moselle region (September-October) 3. Cultural Impact: • Multilingual environment (Luxembourgish, French, German) • Mix of traditional and modern celebrations • Strong European integration influence

Key considerations for business planning: 1. Holiday Schedule: • 11 official public holidays in 2025 • Summer holiday season (July-August) sees reduced activity • Plan for bridge days between holidays and weekends 2. Business Practices: • Advance notice required for holiday closures • Cross-border workers from France, Belgium, Germany • Different regional holidays may affect staff availability 3. Cultural Considerations: • Respect for work-life balance • Multilingual business environment • European business culture with local traditions