The weather in November is calm. The heat, of course, will not please, but you should not count on the cold either. In November, the amount of precipitation gradually increases, the wind becomes colder, and the length of daylight hours decreases.
The average temperature in France is + 10-12C. The temperature drops every day. With the right priorities, you can have an interesting and fulfilling vacation in France in November.
Holidays and festivals in France in November
On November 1, the French celebrate All Saints Day, and the next day - November 2 - it is customary to commemorate the dead and ancestors. The Catholic religion notes that the rites of remembrance are an important duty for every believer. It is customary to attend Mass, come to cemeteries, conduct processions with prayers and chants, clean up graves and light candles.
November 11 is Remembrance Day. The French hold celebrations with the laying of flowers at the monuments of all who died in the war. Across the country, you can see posters with an inscription indicating that it was here that important military battles of the First World War took place. Previously, the anniversary of the end of the war was called the Victory Day, but now November 11 is designated as Armistice Day and Memorial Day.
On the third Thursday of November, at midnight, France begins to celebrate an unusual holiday dedicated to young wine, which is made in Beaujolais, in the region north of Lyon. The history of the holiday began in the middle of the 20th century, and its basis was purely commercial. The grapes grown in Beaujolais are of inferior quality compared to Bordeaux. Some French monarchs noted that Beaujolais was "disgusting swill" and rejected it. In order to arouse interest in wine, an unusual holiday was proclaimed, which falls on the third Thursday of November. As a result, winemakers were able to achieve the desired success. In addition, the holiday has acquired special traditions.
The start of the celebration is given by winemakers in God. They hold in their hands lighted torches made of grapevine and take part in a solemn procession. Without fail, the program includes a visit to the main square of the city. By this time, barrels of young wine are being set up on the square. At midnight, it is customary to knock out the plugs and everyone gets the opportunity to taste a wonderful drink.
A few days before the holiday, bottles of young wine from Beaujolais are sent to French cities and many countries of the world, where people who are ready for fun are eagerly awaiting it. The holiday was able to become popular not only in France, but also in other states.
The following events are also held in France in November: Mans Music Festival (Nice), Bullfighting Festival (La Saint-sur-Mer), Jazz Festival (Strasbourg), Autumn Art Salon (Paris).
