School holidays

Semester break 2026

Exact school-holiday ranges by federal state or school group, with planning links and subscription options.

Answer

When is it?

Semester break 2026 is staggered by federal state or school group. The first range is 2 February 2026 - 7 February 2026 for W and NÖ; the cards below show every group.

Exact dates

By state group

Full overview
W and NÖ

2 February 2026 - 7 February 2026

Wien Niederösterreich
6 days
School year 2025/26 42% · 154 days until semester break
B, K, S, T, and V

9 February 2026 - 14 February 2026

Burgenland Kärnten Salzburg Tirol Vorarlberg
6 days
School year 2025/26 44% · 161 days until semester break
OÖ and St

16 February 2026 - 21 February 2026

Oberösterreich Steiermark
6 days
School year 2025/26 46% · 168 days until semester break
Data basis

Official school-break dates, practical grouping

The displayed date rows are grouped for readability from official school-calendar data. School-specific free days or local arrangements are not treated as nationwide rules.

BMB school dates RIS School Time Act § 2
What to do next

Use the date, then plan around it

Semester break is especially relevant for winter travel, childcare and staggered demand in holiday regions.

Families

Childcare first

School-free weekdays still need childcare or approved leave.

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 semester break

Short answers about state differences, work leave and planning.

Are semester break dates the same in every federal state?

No. Semester break dates differ by federal state or school group. The table on this page shows the exact range for each group.

Do semester break mean parents are automatically off work?

No. Semester break affect school schedules and childcare planning, but work leave still depends on employment rules and approved vacation days.

How should I plan around semester break?

Semester break is especially relevant for winter travel, childcare and staggered demand in holiday regions. Use the planner for public holidays, calendar weeks for project timing and the calendar subscription for ongoing updates.