FrancevsBelgium
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
9
Days you're both off
2
Only France
2
Only Belgium
What the numbers say
In 2026, France has 11 nationwide public holidays and Belgium has 11 — exactly the same number. They line up on 9 dates, including Jour de l'an, Lundi de Pâques, Fête du Travail and Ascension.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: France has 9 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 8 for Belgium (3 on a weekend).
For short breaks, France offers 5 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 3 possible bridge days (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Belgium offers 4 and 3. They're level on bridge days. The busiest month is May in France and May in Belgium.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only France
Belgium is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Belgium
France is working these days.