Holidays in the construction sector for 2025 (bouwverlof)

Holidays In The Construction Sector May Seem Far Away, But Good Preparation Starts Now!
Curious when the construction sector in your province will take a break? From Flanders to Wallonia, we have conveniently listed all the dates for 2025, divided by region. This way, you will know exactly when you and your colleagues can enjoy a well-deserved break!

 

Holidays in the construction sector (bouwverlof)?

During the "bouwverlof", the construction sector halts for three to four weeks in the summer. Each autumn, the dates for the following year are set. Although participation in the holidays in the construction sector is not mandatory, most construction companies follow this schedule. Many suppliers also close during this period, as it is typically quieter.
 

Holidays in the construction sector 2025 by Province in Belgium 

The dates for the construction holiday vary by province. Below you can see what the 2025 construction holiday looks like in your region.
 

Holidays in the construction sector in Flanders 2025

Wondering about the holidays in the Flemish provinces? Here are the specific dates:
 

East Flanders

"Bouwverlof" in East Flanders runs from July 14 to August 1, 2025. In the Lokeren canton, the dates are slightly different: from July 21 to August 8, 2025.
 

West Flanders

In West Flanders, "Bouwverlof" is from July 21 to August 8, 2025.
 

Limburg

 "Bouwverlof" in Limburg is scheduled from July 14 to August 1, 2025.
 

Antwerp

The construction sector in Antwerp closes from July 14 to August 1, 2025.
 

Flemish Brabant

In Flemish Brabant, "Bouwverlof" is from July 14 to August 1, 2025. For the Brussels-Halle-Vilvoorde district, there is a different schedule: the holiday starts on July 7 and lasts until August 1, 2025.

 

Holidays in the construction sector  in Wallonia 2025

In Wallonia, "Bouwverlof" also varies by province. Here is the 2025 schedule:
 

Walloon Brabant

In Walloon Brabant, the construction sector takes a break from July 14 to August 1, 2025.
 

Namur

"Bouwverlof"  in the province of Namur runs from July 14 to August 1, 2025.
 

Liège

In the province of Liège, there are different options. The holiday runs from July 7 to August 1, 2025. In the Verviers district, companies can choose between two periods: from July 7 to August 1, 2025, or from July 7 to July 25, 2025.
 

Hainaut

In Hainaut, "Bouwverlof"  is from July 7 to July 28, 2025.

 

Luxemburg

"Bouwverlof" in the province of Luxembourg is scheduled from July 22 to August 8, 2025.
 

Holidays in the construction sector 2026

The schedule for the holidays in the construction sector of 2026 will be determined later, likely in the fall of 2025. As soon as the dates are known, we will let you know immediately!