Voters across France cast ballots on Sunday (15 March) in the first round of municipal elections for mayors and local councils in roughly 35,000 communes, from small villages to major cities. The results will influence national political narratives ahead of the 2027 French presidential election.
Attention centres on key urban races, including Paris, where outgoing Socialist mayor Anne Hidalgo did not seek re‑election after two terms, and Marseille, where incumbent mayor Benoît Payan faces a close contest with Franck Allisio of the National Rally (RN).
Key developments
• Early indicator of party strength ahead of 2027 presidential campaign.
• Major city contests may signal shifts in voter sentiment.
• RN’s performance closely watched amid broader national dynamics.
A second round is scheduled for 22 March 2026 in areas without decisive results.
ℹ️ AP
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