While most people view the weekend as a time to relax, millions of workers across Europe stay busy on Saturdays and Sundays. This shift away from the traditional Monday through Friday schedule happens for many reasons.
In some nations, the economy depends on tourists who need hotels and restaurants to be open every day. Other countries have many workers in essential fields like healthcare or transportation where the work never stops.
By looking at these numbers, we can see how different cultures and industries impact the schedules of local workers. Here is a look at 30 countries in the ranking, and what drives each one's weekend work habits.