The field for France's presidential election in 2027 currently resembles the starting line-up at the Paris or London marathon, writes John Lichfield.
John Lichfield - news@thelocal.fr
Updated: Wed 24 Jun 2026 11:04 CET
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A candidate for France's 2027 presidential elections - one of about 30, at the last count. This one is Bruno Retailleau of Les Republicains. Photo by Guillaume BAPTISTE / AFP
The field for France's presidential election in 2027 currently resembles the starting line-up at the Paris or London marathon, writes John Lichfield.
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