In March, the French will once again head to the polls to choose their next local leaders. In Paris, these municipal elections 2026 will take a different turn, featuring a unique voting system that allows residents to cast separate ballots—one for their district councillors and another for the citywide council. The two rounds are scheduled for March 15 and 22, 2026, and once the votes are counted, we'll know who will become the district mayors as well as the new mayor of Paris.
Municipal Elections 2026 in Paris: Your FAQs Answered
As the municipal elections rapidly approach, voters are buzzing with questions: when is voting day, how do you arrange for a proxy vote, how are the mayors of Paris and its districts elected, and other practical details — we've got the answers to all your concerns! [Read more]
Want to learn more about the proposals of the various candidates running for mayor of Paris? To help you navigate through their plans based on your concerns, we've prepared a thematic overview of the key measures each candidate's program has pledged.
Security, environment, cleanliness, mobility, housing, solidarity, youth... we’ll take a closer look at who says what across different topics, so you can select the candidate whose ideas best align with your needs and expectations. Please note that these articles are regularly updated as new statements, announcements, and clarifications about the programs surface.
Ongoing project—check back regularly to explore new topics as they are announced.
Paris Municipal Elections 2026: Candidates’ Healthcare Proposals
What are the main candidates for Paris mayor proposing on the health front? Find out who stands for what ahead of the 2026 municipal elections. [Read more]
Municipal Elections 2026: What do the mayoral candidates say about housing? A breakdown of their proposals
The municipal elections are set for March 15 and 22, 2025. If your top concern is housing, we've summarized each candidate's proposals on the topic, as they stand for the Paris mayoralty. Who's promising what? Here's everything you need to know! [Read more]
2026 Paris Municipal Elections: What Are the Candidates’ Plans for Cleanliness, and Who Says What?
One of the key issues fueling the debate ahead of the Paris mayoral race is the city's cleanliness. How do the various candidates vying for the 2026 municipal election plan to address hygiene and sanitation in the French capital? Here's a closer look at the proposals outlined in each campaign program. [Read more]
Municipal Elections 2026 in Paris: Your FAQs Answered
