Emma Pearson - emma.pearson@thelocal.com
Updated: Fri 31 Jul 2026 12:13 CET
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Don't be surprised if your local boulangerie has a notice on the door telling that it is closed in August. Photo: The Local
You might have heard that everything closes down in August in France - in truth that's a slight exaggeration, but you will still notice that some businesses and services close down for at least part of the month. Here's what to expect and how to find alternatives for vital services such as healthcare.
