Schools in Germany set to commence operations amidst summer heatwave
Bavaria, one of Germany's most popular tourist destinations, is holding firm to its traditional holiday rhythm, choosing not to participate in the nationwide "rolling system" that schedules holidays for different federal states. This decision has sparked debate, particularly as other states are considering adopting the same approach from 2030 onwards.
The "rolling system" allows for a window between June 20 and September 15 for holidays, ensuring that not the entire country is on vacation at the same time. However, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg prefer to go on holiday last, a practice deeply ingrained in the DNA of Bavarians, according to Minister-President Markus Söder.
The summer holidays in Germany last for approximately three months, providing ample time for relaxation and travel. As we move towards the end of the summer holidays, the return to school is imminent. Hesse and Rhineland-Palatinate will return to school on August 18, while the Saarland returns on August 15. Students in Lower Saxony and Bremen will return a day earlier, on August 14.
Meanwhile, a heatwave is expected to hit Germany, with temperatures reaching up to 38 degrees Celsius on Wednesday and Thursday. The heat front is expected to start spreading towards the center of the country as early as today, with high temperatures of up to 32 degrees Celsius possible today.
As for the academic calendar for the remaining German states in the 2025/26 academic year, specific detailed schedules are not readily available. It is recommended to consult official state education ministry or school websites for the most accurate and detailed holiday schedules. Each German state ("Bundesland") typically sets its own school holidays.
On a positive note, the autumn school holidays are just around the corner. They begin in Hesse, Saxony, and Thuringia on October 6, offering a respite for those without school-aged children who can enjoy cheaper prices and less crowded beaches and tourist attractions from mid-September onwards.
For those seeking more information, I can help summarize typical patterns for German school holidays or assist in finding official German state ministry websites to check for the 2025/26 academic year's holiday schedules.
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While some regions in Germany are preparing for the return to school, the autumn education-and-self-development break approaches, starting in Hesse, Saxony, and Thuringia on October 6. Amidst this, a weather change is unexpected, with a heatwave anticipated to hit Germany, forecasting temperatures as high as 38 degrees Celsius by next week.
