French traditions: holidays, key symbols, customs

馃嚝馃嚪 Symbols and customs of France

France is known for the Marseillaise, the tricolor flag, but also a unique way of life. Beyond the official symbols, our French traditions tell the story of our culture.

 

馃 French aperitifs, celebrations, and rituals

Here, I invite you to discover everyday French customs such as the aperitif, as well as major holidays such as July 4, November 11, and Christmas. Everything that makes up French cultural identity.

 

Discover French culture and traditions

Discover French history

Discover French inventions and french creations

french expressions

 

Posts

French culture
French culture France

Trou Normand, bourguignon... What is a "trou" at the table?

French culture
French culture France

The Phrygian cap to celebrate Liberty and the Republic

French culture
French culture PACA / South

Mimosas: the winter sun

French culture
French culture France

Start the year on 1 January? A French invention

French culture
French culture France

What is a "poilu" in France?

French culture
French culture France

How many communes are there in France? 34,945!

French culture
French culture France

What is Toussaint in France?

French culture
French culture France

What is November 11th in France?

French culture
French culture France

There are over 35,000 war memorials in France

French culture
French culture Burgundy / Burgundy Franche-Comt茅

What is a kir in France?