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🇫🇷 France Public Holidays 2026

France has 11 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 11 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. The next public holiday in France is All Saints' Day on 1 November 2026, which is in 3 days.

🇫🇷 Next Public Holiday — France

All Saints' Day

Toussaint

1 November 2026

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe, or France public holidays 2027 to book next year's leave early.

All Public Holidays 2026

11 holidays
DateHolidayType
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
Bastille Day
Fête nationale
National
15 August 2026
Assumption Day
Assomption
National
1 November 2026
NextAll 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)
📅 Download 2026 holidays (.ics)

Works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook

🔄 Subscribe instead — stays up to date automatically

The download above is a one-time snapshot of France's holidays. Subscribing adds them to your calendar permanently — next year's dates appear on their own, with no account and nothing to install.

https://www.publicholidayseu.com/api/calendar/subscribe/france.ics
How to add it
  • Google Calendar — including every Android phone: this has to be done in a web browser at calendar.google.com — the Google Calendar mobile app cannot add calendars by link. Go to Other calendars → From URL, paste the link, and it will sync down to your phone on its own.
  • Apple Calendar (iPhone or Mac): open this link and confirm — it subscribes directly.
  • Outlook: Add calendar → Subscribe from web, then paste the link.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does France have in 2026?+
France has 11 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 11 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included.
What is the next public holiday in France?+
The next public holiday in France is All Saints' Day on 1 November 2026, which is in 3 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 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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