Where to go for the May 1st weekend in France? First Sun and Labor Day
Lily of the valley, springtime and, above all… a public holiday! Labour Day marks the long-awaited beginning of the « lovely month of May » and its famous long weekends.
This year, do not stay at home. Looking for where to go for 1 May and make the most of the long weekend? SOWELL offers holiday ideas in France for 1 May combining relaxation, sunshine and simplicity.
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Amidst pine trees and the ocean: a nature retreat to recharge your batteries
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From 12/05/2027 to 14/05/2027
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Les Lauriers Roses
★ ★ ★Cap d’Agde: spacious apartments with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities, close to the beach
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From 03/05/2027 to 04/05/2027
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Camargue: a large nature estate with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
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From 17/05/2027 to 18/05/2027
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Les Chênes Verts
★ ★ ★Saint-Raphaël: a residence in the heart of an estate with beach access and all-inclusive facilities
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From 05/05/2027 to 06/05/2027
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Les Sablons
★ ★ ★Seafront: swimming pool and spacious apartments with all-inclusive facilities
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From 02/05/2027 to 03/05/2027
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Pignada Plage
★ ★ ★Landes: a holiday in the pine forest by the beaches of Lake Marin, all-inclusive
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From 23/05/2027 to 24/05/2027
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Les Jardins du Cap
★ ★ ★ ★Cap d’Agde: wooded park, swimming pool and all-inclusive accommodation in a peaceful setting
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From 11/05/2027 to 12/05/2027
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Les Amandiers
★ ★ ★ ★Camargue: family holiday village with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
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From 01/05/2027 to 02/05/2027
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Cap d’Agde
★ ★ ★ ★Cap d’Agde: beach and swimming pool with air-conditioned apartments on an all-inclusive basis
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From 25/05/2027 to 26/05/2027
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Le Parc & Spa
★ ★ ★ ★Serre Chevalier 1200: skiing, relaxation and a spa – all-inclusive
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From 01/05/2027 to 02/05/2027
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Grau du Roi
★ ★ ★ ★Le Grau-du-Roi: beach, swimming pool and all-inclusive family holidays
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From 18/05/2027 to 19/05/2027
79 €
Les Perles de Saint Tropez
★ ★ ★ ★Gulf of Saint-Tropez: 200 metres from the beach, with a swimming pool and all-inclusive facilities
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From 19/05/2027 to 21/05/2027
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Les Landes de Gascogne
★ ★ ★Nature and the great outdoors, with swimming pools and all-inclusive
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From 03/05/2027 to 04/05/2027
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Domaine du Golf d’Albret
★ ★ ★Nature and golf: an all-inclusive break in the countryside
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From 04/05/2027 to 05/05/2027
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Saint-Tropez
★ ★ ★ ★Gulf of Saint-Tropez: beach 300 metres away, swimming pool and all-inclusive
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From 02/05/2027 to 03/05/2027
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Villa Arena
★ ★ ★ ★Nîmes: City break in a 4* hotel near the amphitheatre and the Musée de la Romanité
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102 €
From 01/05/2027 to 02/05/2027
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Les Chevaliers
★ ★ ★ ★Carcassonne: a stay in a 4* hotel opposite the medieval city
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From 04/05/2027 to 05/05/2027
106 €
Petite Isle
★ ★ ★ ★Luberon: a holiday on the banks of the Sorgue in a nature reserve
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From 02/05/2027 to 03/05/2027
115 €
Grand Hotel Dieu
★ ★ ★ ★ ★Nîmes: 5-star spa hotel in the city centre, just a stone’s throw from the Arènes
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120 €
From 02/05/2027 to 03/05/2027
120 €
Hôtel du Roi & Spa
★ ★ ★ ★ ★Carcassonne: a 5-star hotel with a spa overlooking the medieval citadel
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131 €
From 19/05/2027 to 20/05/2027
131 €
Le Moulin de Vernègues
★ ★ ★ ★Provence: a 4-star hotel with a golf course, spa and natural surroundings for an exceptional stay
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145 €
From 09/05/2027 to 10/05/2027
145 €
Port Grimaud
★ ★ ★ ★Port Grimaud: wooded park and beach 300 metres away, with a swimming pool
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192 €
From 02/05/2027 to 03/05/2027
163 €
Labor Day: The first sunny break of the year
After winter and the showers of March, May 1st is often the first real opportunity to take out the sunglasses.
Optimize the bridge: 3 or 4 days to disconnect
The objective is not to go far, but to go well. Are you also wondering where to go on May 1st weekend? Our residences are located in the most beautiful regions of France. Whether you leave on Friday evening or Thursday, treat yourself to a real break of 3 days or 4 days without wasting time on transport.
Heading south: A taste of summer for May 1st
More than a question of good weather, the sun is synonymous with well-being, vitamin D and a higher quality of life. It’s the dream of endless blue skies, far from the gray, and a deciding factor for many.
Provence and the Côte d’Azur: Lunch on the terrace
If you are looking for where to go on May 1st to stay warm, aim for the Mediterranean. At this time, the Côte d’Azur and Provence are in flower. The temperatures often allow the first lunches in t-shirts. It is the ideal place for a trip to France on May 1st under the sign of sweetness.
Swimming guaranteed: Our heated swimming pools
Be careful, the sea is still cool at the beginning of May! But at SOWELL, May 1st rhymes with swimming. Take advantage of our heated swimming pools (outdoor or indoor depending on the site) to wear your swimsuit. It’s the little extra that makes the difference for a successful May 1st weekend.
Nature and Lily of the Valley: Where to go green for Labor Day?
Do you prefer calm and greenery for your Labor Day vacation in France?
Ardèche or Normandy: A breath of fresh air
Normandy (Trouville): Ideal for Parisians looking for where to go on May 1st weekend without having to travel too far. Seafood and walks on the beach are on the program.
Ardèche: For total immersion in awakening nature. Canoeing, hiking and picnicking: a return to basics guaranteed.
May 1st weekend: How to go without breaking the bank?
May decks are in high demand, and prices can rise.
The So’Inclusive formula for a 100% enjoyable short stay
On a short stay of 3 days, you don’t want to go shopping or cook. Opt for our So’Inclusive formula. From breakfast to dinner, including aperitif, everything is included. You control your budget down to the euro, which makes it an excellent option if you are looking for a holiday idea in France for May 1st at a smart price.
FAQ: Your questions for May 1st
Where to go on May 1st to get some sun?
The South-East of France (Var, Côte d’Azur, Provence) is the most reliable area in terms of weather at the beginning of May. You maximize your chances of good weather.
Do I need to book early for May 1st weekend?
Yes ! It is the first “bridge” of the year, very popular with the French. The best accommodations (especially those with a heated swimming pool or sea view) are often booked up several weeks in advance.
Where to go cheap on May 1st weekend?
Favor “natural” destinations like Ardèche or the hinterland, often more affordable than the immediate seaside. And choose All Inclusive to avoid on-site expenses.
The month of May has only just begun! Already prepare the next bridge and find out where to go for Ascension.
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