The German government’s Tourism Coordinator, Christoph Ploß, is advocating for a significant shift in the scheduling of summer holiday dates across the country’s federal states. Ploß believes a restructuring of the current system could offer substantial benefits for both the tourism sector and holidaymakers.
Speaking to “Bild” Ploß expressed strong support for increased flexibility and a decoupling of holiday periods. His proposal centers on extending the overall summer holiday timeframe, potentially beginning earlier in June and concluding later in September. This adjusted schedule aims to create a more consistent flow of visitors throughout the season, preventing peak demand periods and easing pressure on local infrastructure.
A key element of the suggested reform involves addressing the current staggered approach, particularly Bavaria’s unique timing as the last state to begin its summer holidays. Ploß envisions a rotational system amongst all states, ensuring a broader distribution of earlier and later holiday dates. This, he argues, would foster greater equity and variety in holiday experiences for German citizens.
The ultimate goal, according to Ploß, is to achieve a harmonious balance between the needs of tourism businesses and the desires of travelers, creating a more sustainable and enjoyable holiday landscape for everyone. Discussions regarding the summer holiday schedule will likely focus on finding solutions that best serve these competing interests.
