Winter school holidays 2026-2027: dates by region to prepare your ski holiday

Are you planning a ski holiday in February 2027? First check the school calendar in your area. Departures vary from February 6 to March 7, 2027 in metropolitan France. Thus, families have four weeks to organize their stay in the mountains.

Here are the official dates for the winter 2026-2027 school holidays, as well as some guidelines to help you prepare for your ski lessons.

What are the dates of the winter holidays in 2027?

The holidays are starting after the classes The day indicated. If your child does not have class on Saturday, they leave on Friday evening. The resumption takes place on Monday morning. These dates come from Official calendar published by Service-Public.fr.

Which academies belong to each zone?

• Zone A: Besançon, Bordeaux, Clermont-Ferrand, Dijon, Grenoble, Limoges, Lyon and Poitiers.
• Zone B: Aix-Marseille, Amiens, Lille, Nancy-Metz, Nantes, Nice, Normandie, Orléans-Tours, Reims, Rennes and Strasbourg.
• Zone C: Créteil, Montpellier, Paris, Toulouse and Versailles.

Corsica follows its own calendar. For the winter of 2027, its dates coincide with those of Zone A. If you live overseas, check the calendar of your academy. The dates may differ from those in metropolitan France.

Which areas are on holiday at the same time in February 2027?

The winter holidays last four weeks. However, two zones overlap during the central weeks:

February 20-27, 2027: Zones A and B, as well as Corsica
February 27 to March 6, 2027 Zone B

This chart helps to visualize the departure periods. However, the number of visitors to a station also depends on its destination, accommodation, and foreign visitors.

When to book your ski lessons for the winter of 2027?

Once you know your stay week, choose your resort and check the courses offered. Then, check the required age, the level required, the schedules, and the meeting place.

This preparation is particularly important for those children's group courses. Each school sets its own groups and available places. In addition, the formulas may vary depending on the station. Therefore, please check the course details before finalizing your stay.

Are you traveling with several children? Compare the schedules of each one before booking. This way, you’ll be able to better organize your trips, meals, and the rest of your days.

Also consider the equipment and ski package. Their needs change depending on the student’s age, level, and the chosen course. The ESi school in your destination can clarify the applicable conditions.

Which ski course to choose during the winter holidays?

A child who discovers snow can start in a space dedicated to their first slides. Then, they join a course adapted to their age and their achievements.

Les Group courses They allow you to learn with other skiers of a similar level. The instructors offer progressive exercises and accompany the group on the appropriate terrain.

Do you prefer to work on a specific goal? A private course It allows you to target your needs. For example, you can regain confidence, improve your turns, or discover snowboarding.

Before booking, please indicate your actual level at the school. Thanks to this information, they will be able to guide you towards the most appropriate course.

Preparing for your ski holiday: things to check

The school calendar forms your starting point. However, a few checks make getting to the station easier:

• Confirm the dates of your accommodation and classes.
• Locate the meeting point indicated by the school.
• Check the necessary equipment and package.
• Plan to wear clothing suitable for the weather conditions.
• Leave some time to join the first class.

Finally, check your ESi school information before departure. This way, you will know the schedules and instructions specific to your station.

Ready to plan your ski holiday in 2027? Discover the courses offered by the ESi in your destination and choose the formula that suits your family.

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