Tourism Growth Following Emmanuel Macron Push for Bistro UNESCO Status

France remains the world's leading tourist destination as international revenue grew by 9% in 2025 following the boost from the Olympic Games.President Emmanuel Macron is advocating for traditional bistros to receive UNESCO World Heritage recognition to protect them from decline and fast food competition.The tourism sector now accounts for 8% of the national GDP and supports 2.5 million jobs despite economic challenges facing local establishments.