I think it's actually four weeks in June-August, three of which consecutive. Still good though. Not to mention that many parents of small children begin and end

I think it's actually four weeks in June-August, three of which consecutive. Still good though. Not to mention that many parents of small children begin and end the vacation with some parental leave (to which the employer can't say, if two months advance notice is given) so 7-8 weeks is not uncommon.