11 official public holidays in 2028, with 7 bridge days or long weekends. Government offices and consulates are usually closed on these days.
A holiday on a Tuesday or Thursday: take just one day off for a four-day break. On a Monday or Friday: three days off without using any leave.
Lundi de Pâques
Monday, April 17
From Saturday, April 15 to Monday, April 17
Fête du Travail
Monday, May 1
From Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1
Ascension
Thursday, May 25
From Thursday, May 25 to Sunday, May 28 · 1 day of leave
Lundi de Pentecôte
Monday, June 5
From Saturday, June 3 to Monday, June 5
Fête Nationale
Tuesday, August 15
From Saturday, August 12 to Tuesday, August 15 · 1 day of leave
Jour de la République
Tuesday, November 28
From Saturday, November 25 to Tuesday, November 28 · 1 day of leave
Noël
Monday, December 25
From Saturday, December 23 to Monday, December 25
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.