What's open and what's closed in France on May 8th
Briefly

May 8th, celebrated as VE Day in France, commemorates the end of World War II in Europe. This public holiday sees closures of banks, public offices, and schools, while some may extend the break to Friday for a longer weekend. Public transport continues normally, though strikes by rail unions may disrupt services. Heavy traffic is anticipated as families travel, particularly during the holiday weekend parades in cities like Paris. While many supermarkets remain open, reduced hours are common.
May 8th, known as VE Day, marks the end of World War II in Europe, commemorated in France as a public holiday with various closures and events.
On this holiday, banks, public administration buildings, and schools will be closed, while public transport, including flights and trains, operates largely as normal.
Traffic is expected to be heavy over the long weekend due to family travel, particularly on Wednesday evening and Sunday, coinciding with VE Day parades.
Despite some closures, many supermarkets and shops will remain open, often with reduced hours, allowing citizens to shop and celebrate VE Day.
Read at The Local France
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