Overview
- Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, North Rhine–Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland observe the November 1 Catholic feast as a legally protected silent holiday.
- Dance events are prohibited for much of the day, starting as early as 3:00 in Baden-Württemberg and 4:00 in Rhineland-Palatinate, while sports are generally permitted from 11:00.
- Most shops are closed, with exceptions such as limited hours for bakeries and florists, while gastronomy, museums and zoos may open subject to local rules.
- Because November 1 falls on a Saturday this year, regular weekend closures overlap with holiday limits, but cross-border shopping remains possible as the Netherlands does not mark the day.
- Media programming faces additional constraints, with the FSK issuing guidance on films unsuitable for silent holidays.