July 14th is France's national holiday - known in English as Bastille Day - a day of parades and parties, and also quite a few closures. Here's what's likely to be open on the day.
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Updated: Sat 11 Jul 2026 10:56 CET
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Fireworks in Toulouse marking the July 14 Fete nationale celebrations. Photo: Mathieu Rondell/AFP
July 14th is France's national holiday - known in English as Bastille Day - a day of parades and parties, and also quite a few closures. Here's what's likely to be open on the day.
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