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Bank holiday

Why is November 1 a bank holiday in France, what is it traditional to do and are shops open?

The day is widely known as the fête des morts

Whit Monday: France’s most confusing bank holiday

It used to be a simple bank holiday in May like any other - but the tragic events of 2003 changed everything

Warning to expect delays with bank transfers in France over Easter

How to avoid getting caught out by the annual bank transfer holiday

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Why first Wednesday of month sirens did not sound across France today

Authorities usually test the emergency warning system at noon

Key dates in France this November

From public holidays to a wine celebration and cultural events, we look at some days to mark in your diary

Five long weekends in France for many workers in 2024

There is also the possibility for a five-day weekend using only one day of holiday

French weather and traffic: What is forecast for the long weekend?

Traffic levels are not expected to be bad enough to put people off going away for a three-night break – but the weather might

Heavy traffic warning as France makes most of long weekend

Wednesday and Thursday are expected to be difficult, while Sunday is set to be the busiest day on French roads this year

Can you mow your lawn on a bank holiday in France?

Restrictions are always in place for ‘noisy’ activities but are stricter on holidays

When do France’s May bank holidays fall this year?

If you want to avoid the holiday crowds, here’s our guide to when most French workers are off next month

Reminder: The dates of France's 2023 holidays and days off

The official holiday dates for Christmas, school holidays, and jours fériés have been confirmed. Check your school zone and days off here

What is Toussaint day, when is it and why does France celebrate?

The Toussaint bank holiday is taking place today, meaning a break from school and work for many people in France

Ascension Day holiday: prepare for heavy traffic on French roads

Conditions are expected to be very difficult on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday as people travel to and from long weekend breaks

What’s coming up during this week in France (May 23)

This week sees prime minister Élisabeth Borne’s first cabinet meeting, the end of the Festival de Cannes, France’s Garden Birdwatch weekend, a bank holiday and more

Heavy traffic expected across France ahead of November 11 bank holiday

Road conditions are predicted to be particularly difficult around Ile-de-France this afternoon and on Sunday. Thursday’s holiday enables many to ‘faire le pont’ for a long weekend

Can firm insist that I work a bank holiday in France?

My employer told me to work November 1, a bank holiday. Is this legal? F.F.

Bank holiday

Why is November 1 a bank holiday in France, what is it traditional to do and are shops open?

Whit Monday: France’s most confusing bank holiday

Warning to expect delays with bank transfers in France over Easter

Why first Wednesday of month sirens did not sound across France today

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Key dates in France this November

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When do France’s May bank holidays fall this year?

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What is Toussaint day, when is it and why does France celebrate?

Ascension Day holiday: prepare for heavy traffic on French roads

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Can firm insist that I work a bank holiday in France?