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Getting Internet in your French second home is easier than ever. Fibre broadband now covers over
92.62%
of households in France (source: ARCEP 2025), with no-contract plans starting arounf €20/month. If fibre isn't available, 5G home boxes, portable WiFi dongles or satellite Internet can keep you connected anywhere — from a Paris flat to a farmhouse in Provence. This 2025 guide explains how each option works, how much it costs, and how to pick the best and cheapest Internet plan for your second home..
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Which Internet option is best for your second home in France?
Finding the right Internet solution for your second home in France depends mainly on how long you stay and how you use the connection. Occasional visitors may be happy with a mobile hotspot or WiFi dongle, while long-term residents will benefit more from fibre or ADSL broadband. The good news? French Internet providers now offer plenty of no-commitment options, perfect for seasonal use.
If your home is in a city or suburban area, you'll likely have access to fibre optics, offering the best speed and stability for streaming, remote work or family use. In more rural regions, 4G and 5G home boxes are a great alternative. And if your property is really off the beaten track, satellite Internet (like Starlink or Nordnet) can get you connected anywhere in France.
Here's a quick comparison of the main Internet options for holiday or secondary homes in France:
Solution
Ideal for
Average price
Pros & Cons
Fibre / ADSL broadband
Long stays, remote work, streaming
€25–€30/month
Fast and stable connection
May require installation and long-term contract
4G / 5G Box
Homes without fibre, medium-term stays
€30–€40/month
No installation needed, high speeds
Dependent on mobile coverage
WiFi Dongle (Hotspot)
Short visits, light Internet use
From €10–€30/month + dongle
Fast plug & play, works anywhere with mobile coverage
Data often limited, slower than fibre
Satellite Internet
Remote rural or mountain homes
€40–€60/month + equipment
Works anywhere in France
Expensive equipment, possible latency
Updated on 14 november of 2025
Best broadband plans in France for second homes (no contract)
If you have fibre access in your French second home, you're in luck: it's now the fastest, most stable and most affordable Internet option available. Most providers offer fibre deals with no long-term contract, making it easy to activate and cancel depending on how often you use your home.
Fibre broadband is ideal for streaming, working remotely, or keeping the family connected during your stays. You can usually expect download speeds between 1 Gb/s and 8 Gb/s, depending on the provider. If fibre isn't yet available in your area, you can still get connected via ADSL, but note that the copper network is being gradually phased out across France by 2030.
Here's why no-contract fibre offers are a great fit for second homes:
Flexibility: activate or cancel whenever you like, no 12-month tie-in
High-speed connection: perfect for streaming, video calls, and smart devices
Affordable prices: many deals under €25/month
Easy setup: most providers send a self-install kit if your home is already fibre-ready
👉 Important: You don't need to have a landline to sign up for a fibre optics offer. Unlike ADSL which uses the old copper phone lines, fibre optics is a completely different technology.
💡 Good to know
In France, fibre is available to over
92.62%
of households and expanding quickly, including in many rural areas. You can check your address with our tool below to see if your home is eligible for fibre.
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Offers valid as of 14/11/2025
Offer
Included services
Price
RED Box Fibre No contract Frais d'ouverture offerts sur demande
Up to 1 Gbit/s download
Up to 1 Gbit/s upload
TV decoder not included
Landline calls + mobile calls
Non-exhaustive selection of telecom offers, sorted by price.
5G boxes for your second home in France
If your second home isn't eligible for fibre yet, a 5G Home Box is a great alternative. It works like traditional broadband but connects through the mobile network instead of a phone line, ideal for rural or suburban areas with good 4G/5G coverage. Installation is simple: you just plug in the box and you're online within minutes.
5G Home Boxes provide very high download speeds, often up to 1.5 Gb/s, close to fibre quality, with the flexibility of a no-contract offer. They're perfect for second homes where you want reliable Internet without going through the hassle of a line installation.
Today, all major French operators (Orange, SFR, Bouygues, Free and even RED by SFR) offer this type of solution. The monthly cost is generally between €30 and €40, depending on the data plan and network coverage.
Here's why a 5G Home Box can be a great option for your secondary home in France:
Fast speeds: up to 1.5G b/s, ideal for streaming and video calls
Easy setup: plug & play, no technician needed
No commitment: pause or cancel when you don’t need it
Available nationwide: works even where fibre isn't yet deployed
💡 Good to know
For best performance, place your 5G box near a window or balcony facing your nearest cell tower. You can check your address on your provider's coverage map before subscribing.
Offers valid as of 14/11/2025
Offer
Included services
Price
Offre 4GFIX Vital No contract
Up to 150 Mbit/s download
Up to 30 Mbit/s upload
Monthly data: 50 Go
TV decoder not included
Calls not included
Up to 1100 Mbit/s download
Up to 150 Mbit/s upload
Unlimited data 200 TV channels included
Netflix, Prime ou Max pendant 6 mois
Landline calls + mobile calls
Non-exhaustive selection of telecom offers, sorted by price.
Getting Internet in your second home with a WiFi dongle in France
If your visits to your French second home are occasional, weekend stays, holidays or a few weeks at a time, then a WiFi dongle / pocket hotspot can be a perfect fit. The idea is simple: you purchase (or rent) a portable WiFi dongle and insert a SIM card from a French operator. Plug in the device (or charge it), connect your laptop, tablet or smartphone via its WiFi network, and you're connected: no fixed line, no installation wait.
Many of the major French operators, including SFR, Bouygues Telecom and Orange, offer such dongle or "pocket WiFi" solutions targeted at light or flexible use. For second homes, the advantages are clear: you only pay when you use it, there's usually no long-term contract, and you avoid the cost and commitment of a full broadband installation.
Here are key things to check:
Ensure your property has good mobile network coverage (4G/5G) from the provider you choose: walls, rural location and distance to the cell tower can affect speed.
Evaluate your data usage: streaming, video-calls and multiple devices drain data fast. Dongles often have smaller data allowances compared to full broadband.
Confirm that the plan is without commitment (or easily suspended) so you're not paying for months you're not in the house.
WiFi dongle & data plans in France
Operator
Offers
Prices
Data / top ups
Forfaits Let's Go
From €14.99/month to €45.99/month + Airbox from €79.90
10 GB
40 GB
80 GB
"Prêt à surfer" Top-up
From €10 to €40 + Airbox & prepaid SIM Card €59.90
5 GB
15 GB
35 GB
Daily "Pack Forfait Internet partout"
€3/day + WiFi dongle €39
2 GB/day in Europe
Monthly "Pack Forfait Internet partout"
€24.99/month + WiFi dongle €39
50 GB/month in mainland France 35 GB/month in Europe
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How to get Internet by Satellite for a countryside house in France?
If your French second home is tucked away in the countryside, perhaps in the mountains, deep in rural Brittany or Provence, chances are that fibre or 5G isn't available yet. In that case, satellite Internetis your best option to stay connected. It works via a dish installed on your roof or garden that communicates directly with a satellite orbiting the Earth.
Modern satellite offers like Starlink, Nordnet, or Bigblu provide much faster speeds than they used to, often 100 to 250 Mb/s download, which is enough for streaming, video calls and smart home use. The only downsides are a slightly higher cost (the satellite kit can cost up to can cost up to €300.) and potential latency (delay), but for many remote homes, it's the only way to get stable Internet access.
Installation is relatively simple: you order your kit online, install the antenna (or hire a technician), and connect the included router. Most plans are no-contract, which makes them perfect for second homes used seasonally.
Here's why satellite Internet can be a great choice for remote properties:
Available everywhere: no need for fibre or mobile coverage
High speeds: now comparable to 4G or even entry-level fibre
Flexible offers: often no contract
Easy installation: kit usually delivered ready to set up yourself
💡 Good to know
You'll need a clear view of the sky to ensure stable satellite connectivity. Obstacles like trees or hills can block the signal, but most providers have mobile apps (like Starlink's) to help you find the best installation spot.
Offers valid as of 14/11/2025
Offer
Included services
Price
Forfait Résidentiel Lite No contract Location du kit offerte
Up to 100 Mbit/s download
Up to 100 Mbit/s upload
TV decoder not included
Calls not included
Non-exhaustive selection of telecom offers, sorted by price.
How to save money on Internet for your second home in France
If you only spend a few months per year in your French second home, paying for a full-time Internet plan might feel unnecessary. Luckily, there are several ways to cut costs while staying connected, whether you prefer fibre, a 5G box or a portable WiFi dongle.
The best way to save is to choose a no-contract plan that you can cancel at any time. Many French providers (like RED by SFR, Sosh, or Bouygues) now offer no-contract fibre and 5G. If you visit irregularly, a prepaid SIM card + WiFi dongle can be even cheaper, since you top up data only when needed.
You can also lower your overall costs by:
Avoiding unnecessary add-ons such as TV or landline bundles
Switching providers once promotional prices end (deals often last 6–12 months)
Cancelling the service during low-use periods
Negotiating with your provider if you've been a customer for a while: loyalty discounts are common in France
💡 Good to know
When switching between Internet providers in France, the new operator usually handles the cancellation of your previous subscription and may even reimburse early termination fees. This makes it easier (and cheaper) to change plans when you find a better deal.
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