Vacation in France in May is the beginning of the tourist season. The weather is already consistently warm, up to +20°C during the day. It is a good time to have a picnic on the Champs Elysees or walk along the Seine embankment. Or even go to Provence, admire the most picturesque landscapes. Vacation in France in spring is a time of romance and blooming gardens, but you should still take an umbrella. Excursion tours to France in May are very popular, because it is not too hot and you can comfortably explore the castles of the Loire Valley or cultural treasures of Toulouse.
May is celebrated in France with quite a few festivities. The month starts with Labor Day and also Lily of the Valley Day, and Carnival of the Snails. On May 8, France celebrates Victory over Fascism Day, and on May 30, the Day of Remembrance of Joan of Arc, France's patron saint. Also at the end of May, Cannes hosts a famous film festival. The European Night of Museums is also celebrated at the end of May.
Prices for vacations in France start to rise in May, as it's the start of the high season.
