Supermarket and Store Hours for New Year's Eve and Day 2024/2025

Many stores close early on New Year's Eve, while only select locations at airports, train stations, and gas stations will remain open on New Year's Day.

• New Year's Eve, December 31, 2024, is a regular working day in Germany, but many supermarkets and stores will close earlier than usual, often between 2 PM and 6 PM.
• On New Year's Day, January 1, 2025, most stores across Germany, including major supermarket chains, will remain closed due to the public holiday.
• Exceptions include stores located in train stations, airports, and gas stations, which will operate with varying hours to accommodate last-minute needs.
• Customers are advised to check the specific holiday hours of local stores online or through store-specific apps to avoid inconvenience.
• Delivery services like Flink and Gorillas will not operate on New Year's Day, and special rules apply to bakeries, which may open for limited hours.

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