FranceWowo Sunrise & Sunset Timetable
France observes Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and switches to Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) for daylight saving. There is a noticeable difference in sunrise/sunset times between the eastern Alps and the western Atlantic coast.
Popular Cities
Paris
Île-de-FranceThe capital of France, famous for its romance, fashion, and art. The Seine River flows through, framing sunrises behind the Eiffel Tower.
Chamonix
Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesThe legendary alpine town at the foot of Mont Blanc, offering stunning views of snowy peaks glowing at sunrise.
Lyon
Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesA historic culinary capital where the Saône and Rhône rivers meet, with morning light illuminating Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière.
Nice
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurA premier resort city on the French Riviera, known for the curving beach of the Baie des Anges and sunrises over the blue sea.
Strasbourg
Grand EstA picturesque border city blending French and German cultures, featuring canals, half-timbered houses, and a grand cathedral.
Bordeaux
Nouvelle-AquitaineThe world capital of wine, featuring classic architecture. Its "Mirror of Water" reflects gorgeous sunset hues over the plaza.
Marseille
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurFrance's second-largest city and ancient port, featuring beautiful sunsets over the Old Port and Notre-Dame de la Garde.
Toulouse
OccitanieKnown as the "Pink City" due to its terracotta brick buildings that glow a warm rose-pink at sunset.
Scenic Spots
Eiffel Tower
Île-de-FranceThe global icon of France. The Trocadéro offers classic sunset silhouettes, followed by its signature hourly sparkling lights.
Louvre Museum
Île-de-FranceThe world’s largest art museum, featuring I.M. Pei’s glass pyramid. Sunset lights illuminating the historic courtyard are iconic.
Palace of Versailles
Île-de-FranceThe grand royal chateau of French monarchy, famous for the Hall of Mirrors. Sunsets over the Grand Canal are magnificent.
Mont Saint-Michel
Île-de-FranceA medieval abbey perched on a tidal island. Golden hour and sunsets over the surrounding sand flats are deeply mystical.
Mont Blanc Summit
Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesThe highest peak in the Alps. Due to the extreme 4808m elevation, sunrises appear significantly earlier, painting the snowy summit in intense crimson.
Château de Chambord
Loire ValleyThe largest chateau in the Loire Valley, featuring distinct French Renaissance architecture. Sunsets highlight its forest of spires and chimneys.
Aiguille du Midi
Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesA peak in the Mont Blanc massif. Its viewing platforms offer staggering sunrise panoramas over snow-covered Alpine ranges.
Cliffs of Étretat
NormandyStunning white chalk cliffs with natural arches. Sunset casting golden and pink light onto the chalk structures is a masterpiece.
Promenade des Anglais
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurThe celebrated palm-lined promenade in Nice, ideal for catching tranquil morning sunbeams rising over the Mediterranean.
Gorges du Verdon
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurA spectacular river canyon with turquoise-green water. Morning sunrays kindling the rim of limestone cliffs offer breathtaking views.
Cite de Carcassonne
OccitanieA medieval fortress city surrounded by double walls. Sunsets wash the historic stone turrets in a deep medieval glow.