Assumption Day
Spain· Public holiday
Travel impact: High
- Date
- Sat, 15 Aug 2026
- Local name
- Asunción
- Public holiday
- Nationwide
Background
Catholic feast of the Assumption of Mary, a major traditional holiday in southern Europe.
Impact on travellers
In Italy (Ferragosto) and similar countries many businesses close and locals go on holiday—coasts and sights get crowded while some city streets quieten.
Sources
- Status
- ConfirmedChecked against official or authoritative public sources
- Last reviewed
- Fri, 24 Jul 2026
BOE 2026 calendar and statutory nationwide dates; 2027 regional substitutions remain provisional.
How we review dataAbout this site
Travel reference only—always re-check the latest local official notices.