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Europe's Holiday Variations: Bonuses, Work Hours, and Changes

12/20/2025

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European holiday calendars vary, with Malta having 14 national holidays, including two during the Christmas–New Year period.
Cyprus, Slovakia, and Romania each have 15 national holidays.
A study indicates nearly 10% of German workers may work past 2:00 PM on Christmas Eve.
Southern European nations often provide a 'thirteenth month' bonus, while Germany and France consider reducing public holidays.

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European holiday calendars vary, with Malta having 14 national holidays, including two during the Christmas–New Year period.
Cyprus, Slovakia, and Romania each have 15 national holidays.
A study indicates nearly 10% of German workers may work past 2:00 PM on Christmas Eve.
Southern European nations often provide a 'thirteenth month' bonus, while Germany and France consider reducing public holidays.