12 official public holidays in 2027, 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.
Le jour de l’An
Friday, January 1
From Friday, January 1 to Sunday, January 3
Easter Monday
Monday, March 29
From Saturday, March 27 to Monday, March 29
L’Ascension
Thursday, May 6
From Thursday, May 6 to Sunday, May 9 · 1 day of leave
Le lundi de Pentecôte
Monday, May 17
From Saturday, May 15 to Monday, May 17
La Fête Dieu
Thursday, May 27
From Thursday, May 27 to Sunday, May 30 · 1 day of leave
La Toussaint
Monday, November 1
From Saturday, October 30 to Monday, November 1
La Fête du Prince
Friday, November 19
From Friday, November 19 to Sunday, November 21
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.