🇫🇷 Next Public Holiday — France

Bastille Day

Q: How many public holidays does France have in 2026?

France has 11 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What is the next public holiday in France?

The next public holiday in France is New Year's Day on 1 January 2026.

Q: Are public holidays paid days off in France?

In France, most public holidays are paid days off for employees. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Fête nationale

14 July 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

11 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	New Year's Day Jour de l'an	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques	National
1 May 2026	Labour Day Fête du Travail	National
8 May 2026	Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945	National
14 May 2026	Ascension Day Ascension	National
25 May 2026	Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte	National
14 July 2026	NextBastille Day Fête nationale	National
15 August 2026	Assumption Day Assomption	National
1 November 2026	All Saints' Day Toussaint	National
11 November 2026	Armistice Day Armistice 1918	National
25 December 2026	Christmas Day Noël	National

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

New Year's Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 2 Jan 2026 off → 1 Jan 2026 to 4 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Ascension Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 15 May 2026 off → 14 May 2026 to 17 May 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Bastille Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 13 Jul 2026 off → 11 Jul 2026 to 14 Jul 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Armistice Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 9 Nov 2026 + 10 Nov 2026 off → 7 Nov 2026 to 11 Nov 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

Armistice Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 12 Nov 2026 + 13 Nov 2026 off → 11 Nov 2026 to 15 Nov 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does France have in 2026?+

France has 11 public holidays in 2026, of which 11 are national holidays observed across the entire country.

What is the next public holiday in France?+

The next public holiday in France is Bastille Day on 14 July 2026, which is in 27 days.

Are public holidays paid days off in France?+

In France, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Regional holidays may vary by employer. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Can I add France public holidays to my calendar?+

Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file that works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook.

What are bridge days in France?+

Bridge days (or Brückentage) are working days between a public holiday and a weekend. By taking 1 bridge day off, you can get 4 or more consecutive days off. See the bridge days section above for the best opportunities in 2026.

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