Corpus Christi in Germany

Thursday, May 27, 2027 ยท Europe/Berlin

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When is Corpus Christi in Germany in 2027?

Corpus Christi in Germany is on Thursday, May 27, 2027 (Europe/Berlin). Thatโ€™s 302 days ยท about 43 weeks ยท about 10 months. It falls on a Thursday.

Is Corpus Christi a public holiday in Germany?

Corpus Christi is widely observed in Germany, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.

How Germany celebrates

Fronleichnam is a public holiday in Baden-Wรผrttemberg, Bavaria, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, though not nationwide. Bavarian lake processions carry the sacrament by boat across the Staffelsee and Chiemsee, and the town of Hรผfingen is famous for its flower-carpet tradition.

What people eat

A festive family lunch of regional roasts and seasonal early-summer dishes follows the morning procession.

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