Alexandria and France enjoy vacationing in August
- Chef Michelle
- Aug 7
- 2 min read
France in August: Vacationing at home or abroad
Every August, France gently closes its shutters and exhales. Cities slow. The coastlines swell. And the French do what they do best: enjoy life.
Known as les grandes vacances, August is when the French take extended holidays—sometimes weeks at a time—to reset, recharge, and reconnect with simple pleasures: good meals, meaningful conversation, and long afternoons with no schedule at all.
What Happens in France?
Shops close. You’ll see “Fermé pour congés annuels” signs all over.
Cities quiet down. Paris becomes sleepy and strollable.
Coastal towns come alive. Think rosé, seafood, and salt air in places like Provence, Brittany, and Corsica.
It’s not laziness—it’s intentional leisure. The art of living well.
Want to Vacation Like the French? Start Here in Alexandria.
You don’t need to hop a flight to Nice to enjoy les vacances. We love pairing a summer day in Old Town with a little local indulgence.
Here’s how to recreate that French August feeling:
Start with a slow morning: Grab a croissant from Fresh Baguette or a cappuccino at Misha’s.
Wander through town: Browse the shelves at Old Town Books or pop into Made in ALX for something local and lovely.
Treat yourself: You’ve earned it — make your way to Bastille Brasserie & Bar for a summery glass of rosé, our seafood Paella aux Fruits de Mer, or a spoonful of our Clafoutis aux Fruits Rouges.
Sit, sip, stay a while. Pretend you're seaside in the South of France — no passport required.
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