No official ascension break dates are available for 2018 yet.
Families
Childcare first
School-free weekdays still need childcare or approved leave.
School holidays
Ascension break 2018
Ascension break sits around Ascension Day and can be short or absent depending on the federal state. Check calendar week, bridge day and school days carefully.
Answer
When is it?
Exact dates
By state group
No official date rows are available for this break and year yet.
Data basis
Official KMK dates, grouped by state
The displayed date rows are grouped from official KMK school-holiday data. Movable school-free days, local arrangements and school-specific deviations are still separate checks.
What to do next
Use the date, then plan around it
Ascension break especially needs a bridge-day, school-day and calendar-week check.
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 ascension break
Short answers about state differences, work leave and planning.
Are ascension break dates the same in every federal state?
The current source lists one country-wide range for Ascension break. Still check the school or regional authority if a local school-free day is relevant.
Do ascension break mean parents are automatically off work?
No. Ascension break affect school schedules and childcare planning, but work leave still depends on employment rules and approved vacation days.
How should I plan around ascension break?
Ascension break especially needs a bridge-day, school-day and calendar-week check. Use the planner for public holidays, calendar weeks for project timing and the calendar subscription for ongoing updates.