The best days to book for enjoying escapades with balladins

With a favorable calendar, discover new destinations in 2025! Thanks to a well-placed calendar, you'll have plenty of opportunities to take a few days off and enjoy long weekends while exploring new destinations. In 2025, by taking just 8 days off, you can enjoy a total of 33 days of vacation thanks to strategically positioned public holidays!

January: A relaxing start to the year

After the year-end festivities, why not kick off 2025 gently with a long weekend? January 1st falls on a Wednesday. By taking two days off on Thursday, January 2nd, and Friday, January 3rd, you can enjoy a full five-day break. It's the perfect opportunity for a winter getaway, whether it's to the mountains for winter sports or to a charming city for a cultural pause.

April and May: The ultimate long weekend months

Spring 2025 will be the perfect time to take advantage of extended weekends, with several well-placed public holidays.

Easter Monday (April 21, 2025): This holiday allows you to enjoy a three-day weekend without taking any leave. Why not seize the opportunity for a nature getaway, exploring parks and blooming gardens at this time of year?
Labor Day (May 1, 2025): This public holiday falls on a Thursday. By taking Friday, May 2 off, you can enjoy a consecutive four-day break. It’s the perfect moment for an urban escape to one of France’s iconic cities.
Victory in Europe Day (May 8, 2025): Another chance to take Friday, May 9 off and enjoy a long four-day weekend. Why not explore the southern beaches of France or embark on an adventure in a wine region?
Ascension (May 29, 2025): Ascension Thursday offers a fantastic opportunity to extend your weekend. Take Friday, May 30 off and relish four days of relaxation. It’s a great time to discover the Loire Valley castles or the Atlantic coast.

June: Enjoy the beginnings of summer

June heralds sunshine and longer days. The Pentecost Monday (June 9, 2025) offers a new long weekend of three days without needing to take leave. Why not take this opportunity to explore the Mediterranean beaches or go hiking in the Alps?

July: A summer of discoveries

Bastille Day on July 14, 2025, falls on a Monday. It’s the perfect chance for a three-day extended weekend in the heart of summer. Take this time to escape to a seaside destination or wander through a historic French city. The Balladins hotels located by the sea or in iconic regions are ready to offer you moments of summer relaxation.

August: A last summer break

Assumption Day, falling on Friday, August 15, 2025, gives you a long three-day weekend. In the midst of summer, it’s the ideal moment for a final getaway before the back-to-school season. There are plenty of options: from the sunny beaches of the French Riviera to the cool mountains of the Pyrenees, choose your perfect destination.

November: A well-deserved autumn break

In November 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to rest before the end of the year thanks to two well-placed public holidays:

All Saints’ Day (Saturday, November 1, 2025): Although this public holiday falls on a Saturday, you can enjoy the weekend for a short escape.
Armistice Day (Tuesday, November 11, 2025): By taking a day off on Monday, November 10, you get a long four-day weekend. It’s the perfect time for an autumn escape to a picturesque city or to explore the French countryside, enhanced by the autumn colors.

December: End the year beautifully

The end-of-year holidays are always a special time to recharge and spend time with family. In 2025, Christmas (Thursday, December 25) falls on a Thursday, so you can take Friday, December 26 off to enjoy a four-day break. Whether you prefer to spend Christmas in a mountain setting or explore Christmas markets in one of France’s beautiful cities, this long weekend is perfect for ending the year on a festive note.

Optimize your vacation with balladins

In 2025, by taking just 8 days off, you can enjoy 33 days of vacation thanks to well-placed public holidays! At balladins, we support all your escape desires, whether it's for a long weekend or a longer stay. Our hotels, ideally located throughout France, offer you a comfortable and welcoming setting to make the most of your getaways. So, plan your 2025 vacation now and book your stay at balladins to explore France while optimizing your days off!