When are the next public holidays in Austria?
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- 14 Sep 2022
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We might be heading towards the final season of the year, but there are still several national public holidays to enjoy in Austria before 2022 is over.
Here’s what you need to know.
Austrian National Day
The next big public holiday in Austria is the country’s National Day on Wednesday October 26th.
It was on this day in 1955 that Austria signed its so-called Declaration of Perpetual Neutrality, although the date has only been a public holiday since 1965.
The Declaration marked the end of the Allied occupation in Austria by British, American, French and Soviet Union forces, who had controlled the country since the end of World War II in 1945.
On Austrian National Day, the Federal President usually addresses the nation on TV, as well as honouring the victims of the war resistance and laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This is also the day when new recruits of the Austrian Armed Forces are sworn in.
Additionally, military celebrations typically take place at Vienna’s Heldenplatz and many museums offer free or discounted entry on the holiday.
All Saints’ Day
This religious holiday falls on Tuesday November 1st. It is a celebration of all saints of the Catholic Church and is also recognised in many other countries across Europe. Read More...
