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Public Holidays in France |
If you're planning a trip to France, it's worth considering the dates of the French public or bank holidays. France is a predominantly Catholic country and tends to take it's public holidays more seriously than some European countries. For example, you will often find that shops are closed and that public transport offers a limited service. This is particularly true in many of the more rural areas.
Outside of the public holidays, you will also often find that the availability of shops and services can be very limited on Sundays, again particularly in non-urban areas. Mondays are also different in many areas of France... many shops and restaurants are closed on a Monday or have restricted opening times.
French Public (Bank) Holidays
2009
Thursday 1st January - New Year's Day - Jour de l'an
Sunday 12th April - Easter Sunday - Pâques
Monday 13th April - Easter Monday
Friday 1st May - Labour Day - Fête de premier mai
Friday 8th May - Fête de la Victoire - 1945 Victory Day
Thursday 21st May - Ascension Day - l'Ascension
Monday 1st June - Whit Monday
Tuesday 14th July - Bastille Day - France's National holiday
Saturday 15th August - Assumption Day - Assomption
Sunday 1st November - All Saints' Day - La Toussaint
Wednesday 11th November - Remembrance Day - Armistice Day 1918
Friday 25th December - Christmas Day - Noël
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2008
Tuesday 1 January - New Year's Day
Sunday 23 March - Easter Sunday
Monday 24 Mar - Easter Monday
Thursday 1 May - Labour Day
Thursday 1 May - Ascension Day
Thursday 8 May - Fête de la Victoire - 1945 Victory Day
Monday 12 May - Whit Monday
Monday 14 July - Bastille Day - France's National holiday
Friday 15 August - Assumption Day
Saturday 1 November - All Saints' Day
Tuesday 11 November - Remembrance Day - Armistice Day 1918
Thursday 25 December - Christmas Day
2007
Monday 1 January - New Year's Day
Sunday 8 April - Easter Sunday
Monday 9 April - Easter Monday
Tuesday 1 May - Labour Day
Tuesday 8 May - Fête de la Victoire 1945 - Victory Day
Thursday 17 May - Ascension Day
Monday 28 May - Whitmonday
Saturday 14 July - Bastille Day - France's National holiday
Wednesday 15 August - Day of Assumption
Thursday 1 November - All Saints' Day
Sunday 11 November - Armistice Day 1918 - Remembrance Day
Tuesday 25 December - Christmas Day
To view public holidays for other countries & locations in the world, try our Worldwide Public Holidays section
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 Giverny and Monet's Garden Half-day TourTravel along the Normandy highway to Giverny, the charming village where famous painter Monet lived. Stroll in the exquisite gardens and admire the pond with its famous Japanese bridge. Enter Monet's world where art and nature become one - simply breathtaking!
This tour is seasonal and operates from April through to October. Starting from USD $89.01 per person |
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 Private Marseille City Sightseeing TourSee the best Marseille has to offer on a private tour of the city. Your own personal English speaking guide will show you the main attractions including Notre Dame de la Garde, Abbey of Saint Victor and the islands of the Frioul. Starting from USD $46.62 per person |
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 Medoc 1855 Classification Premium Wine Tasting Day TripEvery Wednesday, three chateaux take turns to open to the public to show off their prestigious Medoc wines, distinguished by the 1855 Classification. If you've ever enjoyed a glass of red, you won't want to miss the chance to sample the best of the best!
This tour is seasonal and operates from May to October only. Starting from USD $108.09 per person |
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