In Germany, Pentecost always means an extra day off after the weekend – the perfect opportunity for a short vacation. We show you the most beautiful domestic travel destinations.
Holidays are always welcomed by employees. Whit Monday is even more so because the day generally falls at the beginning of the week and therefore means a long weekend for everyone. Of course, it makes sense to spend a few days off outside of your own four walls and go on a short vacation.
Pentecost is a Christian holiday and is always celebrated 50 days after Easter and 10 days after Ascension Day. In contrast to Christmas, there is no fixed date for the celebration. As a result, Pentecost can sometimes take place at the beginning of May and sometimes not until mid-June. The following applies to holidaymakers: the later, the better. Because in mid-June, when the temperatures are right, the Pentecost holiday can definitely feel like a summer holiday.
There is bad news in this regard in 2024, because Whit Monday falls on May 19th this time. But the early date also has its good sides, because according to the weather forecast, sunshine can be expected on this day and temperatures will be quite warm for the month of May. In terms of weather, things are going well across Germany this year, but there are many indications that things will be a little better in the north than in the south this time.
You can find out current forecasts for the weather at Pentecost here: Weather in the ticker
Since it’s just a long weekend, for many people a vacation somewhere not so far away is the best choice. By eliminating the long travel time at a travel destination in Germany, there is simply more free time left to enjoy at the destination. There are beautiful holiday resorts in both southern and northern Germany.
Even if going on holiday is just part of it for many people – you can also experience something in your own home. There are many regional events to attend, especially at Pentecost. After all, there are Pentecost rituals all over Germany, some of which have been part of the festival for centuries. This includes Pentecost processions as well as the lighting of Pentecost bonfires or the classic setting up of Pentecost trees.