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title: "Working-time calculator: breaks & maximum hours (ArbZG)"
url: "https://www.gemploy.com/hr-tools/working-time"
description: "Calculate mandatory breaks and the permissible maximum working time under the German Working Time Act. Free, runs in your browser."
language: en
---

Working-time calculator

# Calculate working time & breaks

The Working Time Act sets minimum breaks and maximum working hours. Enter the planned daily working time. The calculator shows the required break and whether the limits are met.

Planned working time per day (hours)

Required minimum break

30minutes

Net working time after break: 7.5 hours

Note: This calculation is provided without guarantee and is not legal advice. It reflects the statutory baseline; a collective or individual employment agreement may differ.

## Working-time FAQ

When is a break required?

For more than 6 and up to 9 hours at least 30 minutes, for more than 9 hours at least 45 minutes (ArbZG § 4). Up to 6 hours no break is required.

What is the maximum working time?

8 hours per working day, exceptionally up to 10 hours if the average over 24 weeks stays within 8 hours (ArbZG § 3).

How much rest is required between two working days?

As a rule at least 11 hours of uninterrupted rest (ArbZG § 5).

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