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🇫🇷 France Public Holidays 2027

France has 11 national public holidays in 2027 that apply everywhere, and 11 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. The next public holiday in France is New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 days.

🇫🇷 Next Public Holiday — France

New Year's Day

Jour de l'an

1 January 2027

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe.

All Public Holidays 2027

11 holidays
DateHolidayType
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)
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)
📅 Download 2027 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 2027?+
France has 11 national public holidays in 2027 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 New Year's Day on 1 January 2027, which is in 64 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 2027.
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