The remote working trend is silently revolutionising the corporate landscape, redefining the boundaries between our professional and private lives. So why choose to work remotely from France? Beyond the obvious gain in flexibility that comes with remote working, France boasts a unique set of assets that make it a choice destination for you and your laptop. You may choose to work from Paris, packed with culture and cafés, or by the ocean where you can take to the surf as soon as those minutes are done. Unless of course you opt for the mountains, to benefit from the pure air during every business phone call. Either way, France has the perfect workplace for you.
1/ The diversity of landscape
As if it weren’t enough to share borders with 6 European countries and have England just across the Channel, France is also a great choice for remote-working travellers. Whether you prefer the energy of the city in Paris, Lille or Bordeaux, a Mediterranean beach, the picturesque countryside or the majestic mountains, France has it all.
2/ The variety of coworking facilities
France has a vast range of coworking solutions with the flexibility required to meet your every need. If you’re looking for a place to work for just a few hours, a full day, an entire month or even the whole year, you’ll always find a suitable option. Our coworking facilities can be found not only in the cities, but also in rural areas as well as the mountains, offering a variety of working environments that can only boost your productivity.
3/ The way of life
The French way of life isn’t just a legend. After clocking off, you won’t be far from the perfect place for your drinks and nibbles, a private viewing or cultural visit, a shopping spree or one of those festive events that France is so good at.
- Gastronomy: From sophisticated restaurants to traditional bistros, France really is heaven for foodies. And the wines of France round off the gourmet experience nicely.
- Cafés: The French café is a real institution and a pleasant place to work, sip a coffee or simply soak up the atmosphere.
- Aperitif: Constantly copied but never quite matched, the traditional French “apéro” is always a welcome break and a chance to socialise after work.
- Fashion: The inspiringly diversified French fashion scene is an invitation to experiment.
- Culture: France oozes with creative spirit and cultural opportunities, as the multiple museums, cinemas, theatres and festivals will demonstrate.
- Festivities: Throughout the year, France celebrates everything from Bastille Day to the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau, not forgetting all those music festivals.
4/ The ease of getting around
France has a well-organised transport infrastructure that makes it easy for remote workers to get around:
- A number of airports with very good domestic and international connections.
- An efficient rail service with the SNCF network.
- Extensive urban transport networks such as RATP in Paris and the Transilien network in the Paris region.
Then there’s ilevia in Lille, RTM in Marseille and TCL in Lyon.
Self-service bicycle schemes, such as Vélib' in Paris, Vélo'v in Lyon, and levelo in Marseille, offering an easy travel solution in major cities.
5/ The variety of accommodation solutions
Whatever your budget and however long you intend to stay, France has a wide range of accommodation solutions. From traditional hotels and serviced apartments to holiday rentals, gîtes and hostels, we have just the solution to meet your accommodation needs.
6/ Efficient internet connections
To ensure optimal productivity, all coworking facilities in France benefit from a reliable Wifi service. In addition, various French operators do internet deals with no strings attached and Wifi plugs, making it simple and easy to remote work for a short period. Good to know: Wifi is also available on railway networks and even on the Paris underground.
Last but not least, most French towns and cities, as well as many villages, provide a public Wifi service, allowing you to connect anywhere, at any time.
Further reading :
À nous Darwin, l’autre rive de Bordeaux
Télétravailler en France : le carnet d'adresse / TOPITO
By Marie ARQUIÉ
Journalist
Be it on her doorstep or in far-off places, our journalist covers art, fashion, literature, motorcycles, design, surfing and society at large. She lives in the French department of Landes and works between cities and dunes for both printed press and radio, reporting on local topics when she isn’t away on a long-haul trip or training for her boating licence.
