The 2026 Winter Sales in France: What You Need to Know
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The highly anticipated winter sales have begun in France, offering important discounts on a wide range of products. As of Wednesday, January 7, 2026, shoppers can find deals on fashion, technology, home goods, beauty products, and more at major retailers across the country. This guide provides essential details about the 2026 soldes, including start dates, duration, regional variations, and a snapshot of current deals.
When Did the 2026 Winter Sales Start?
The 2026 winter sales officially commenced on Wednesday, January 7 at 8:00 AM for most departments in metropolitan France. This early start date is an exception to the usual second Wednesday in January, triggered by regulations when the second Wednesday falls after January 12th.
How Long Will the Sales Last?
The winter sales period will span four weeks, concluding on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Retailers typically implement markdowns in stages, with the most substantial discounts ofen appearing in the later weeks of the sale. Expect to see a second wave of reductions in the second week, followed by further price cuts throughout the remaining weeks.
Regional Variations in Sale Dates
Certain regions of France operate under different sale calendars, known as calendriers dérogatoires. these dates are:
- Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Moselle, and Vosges: January 2 to January 29, 2026
- Guadeloupe: January 3 to January 30, 2026
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon: January 21 to February 17, 2026
- Saint-Barthélemy and Saint-Martin: May 2 to May 29, 2026
- Réunion: September 5 to October 2, 2026
Featured Deals (as of January 7, 2026)
Here’s a sampling of the deals available on the first day of the 2026 winter sales:
- MacBook Air M2 (Apple): €749 (originally €774)
- Nike Zoom Vomero 5: €79.99 (originally €159.99 – 50% off)
- HUAWEI Watch GT 5 46mm: €169.99 (originally €249.99)
- Silvercrest Electric Fondue: €19.49 (originally €29.99 – 35% off)
- Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World: Approximately €470 (originally €528)
- Emma hybrid II Mattress Pack: Significant discounts available
- 55” LED TV: Reduced by €280
- Revlon One-Step Style Booster Styling Brush: under €30
- HUAWEI FreeBuds pro 4: €129.99 (originally €199.99)
- JBL Tune Buds wireless headphones: 28% off
- EMMA Hybrid II Mattress Pack (140×190 + pillows + duvet): €559 (originally €1,251)
- 4-seater reversible corduroy corner sofa: Reduced by €450
Retailers participating in the sales include Sephora, Nike, Adidas, Apple, Samsung, Fnac, Darty, Cdiscount, and Amazon.
Publication Date: 2026/01/07 14:03:54