FrancevsItaly
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
6
Days you're both off
5
Only France
7
Only Italy
What the numbers say
In 2026, France has 11 nationwide public holidays and Italy has 13, so Italy gets 2 more days off. They line up on 6 dates, including Jour de l'an, Lundi de Pâques, Fête du Travail and Assomption.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: France has 9 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 7 for Italy (6 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); Italy offers 3 and 4. Italy has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is May in France and April in Italy.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only France
Italy is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Italy
France is working these days.