🇫🇷 Next Public Holiday — France

New Year's Day

Q: How many public holidays does France have in 2027?

France has 11 public holidays in 2027.

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.

Jour de l'an

1 January 2027

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All Public Holidays 2027

11 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2027	NextNew Year's Day Jour de l'an	National
29 March 2027	Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques	National
1 May 2027	Labour Day Fête du Travail	National
6 May 2027	Ascension Day Ascension	National
8 May 2027	Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945	National
17 May 2027	Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte	National
14 July 2027	Bastille Day Fête nationale	National
15 August 2027	Assumption Day Assomption	National
1 November 2027	All Saints' Day Toussaint	National
11 November 2027	Armistice Day Armistice 1918	National
25 December 2027	Christmas Day Noël	National

Bridge Days 2027 — Best time-off deals

Ascension Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 7 May 2027 off → 6 May 2027 to 9 May 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Ascension Day + nearby holiday

1 leave day4 days off

Take 7 May 2027 off to connect two holidays → extended break

Armistice Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 12 Nov 2027 off → 11 Nov 2027 to 14 Nov 2027 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Bastille Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 12 Jul 2027 + 13 Jul 2027 off → 10 Jul 2027 to 14 Jul 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

Bastille Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 15 Jul 2027 + 16 Jul 2027 off → 14 Jul 2027 to 18 Jul 2027 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does France have in 2027?+

France has 11 public holidays in 2027, 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 New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 198 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 2027.

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