What happens if a Public Holiday falls on a weekend in France?

In France, if a public holiday falls on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday), it generally does not result in an additional day off on the following Monday. This means that employees do not receive an extra day off to compensate for the holiday being on a non-working day.


Key Points:

  • No Automatic Compensation: Unlike some other countries, France does not automatically shift the public holiday to the next weekday (typically Monday) if it coincides with a weekend.

  • Employer Discretion: While there is no legal requirement to provide an extra day off, some employers may choose to offer additional leave as a gesture of goodwill. However, this is entirely at the discretion of the employer and not mandated by law.

  • National and Regional Holidays: This rule applies to both national and regional public holidays across France.

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