Frankfurt Airport Announces Complete Shutdown Monday Due to Verdi Strike, Major Public Services Disruption Expected

Frankfurt Airport, Germany's largest aviation hub, will completely cease operations on Monday, March 10, 2025, due to a planned 24-hour strike by public service workers and ground handling staff, airport operator Fraport announced today [1].

The strike, organized by the Verdi trade union, will run from midnight to 23:59 on Monday. Fraport has strongly advised passengers to avoid traveling to the airport, stating that "beginning a journey from Frankfurt will not be possible" during this period [1].

This industrial action is part of a broader public sector strike affecting multiple services across Hessen. Local public transportation, waste management, and childcare facilities will also face disruptions in the coming week [1].

The strike comes after two unsuccessful rounds of wage negotiations between Verdi and public sector employers. The union claims employers have failed to present an acceptable offer meeting workers' demands [1]. The third round of negotiations is scheduled for March 14 in Potsdam.

This follows a similar strike pattern seen last week at Munich Airport, which effectively paralyzed operations there. The Frankfurt shutdown is expected to have significant implications for international air travel, as the airport serves as a major European hub [1].