The morning commute
On the way to the office in London, in the tram in Geneva, on the metro in Brussels. RMF starts the day with the éphéméride, horoscope and music chosen to start on the right foot — not too loud, never aggressive.
RMF in Europe
A French radio.
A French radio.
For the French in Europe
From Paris to Brussels, from Geneva to London, from Madrid to Berlin — the radio that accompanies the French in Europe and European francophones, 24/7.
Why RMF in Europe
Europe is francophone, more than you think
European francophonie is not limited to France. It includes Belgium and its four million francophones, French-speaking Switzerland, Luxembourg, Monaco, and all European francophiles who speak or understand French. Add to this the French expats scattered across the continent — in London, Brussels, Berlin, Madrid, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Stockholm, Athens.
This population is diverse, mobile, qualified. French executives based in Brussels near the European institutions. Entrepreneurs based in London or Berlin. Bicultural families settled in Switzerland for professional reasons. Erasmus students. Artists in residence. They all have one thing in common: they live France in the present, without being able to connect to it through traditional French radio stations — which only broadcast on French territory.
That is exactly the gap RMF comes to fill. A French radio, accessible everywhere in Europe, designed for this demanding and international audience.
Listening countries
RMF in Europe
RMF is listened to in all francophone and francophile countries in Europe. The main RMF audience communities are found in the following markets:
France
Belgium
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Germany
Luxembourg
Spain
Portugal
Netherlands
Italy
Listening moments
7am – 9am
12pm – 2pm
6pm – 10pm
Friday night
Weekend
24/7
RMF accompanies the French in Europe
Every day for a French person in Europe has its own rhythms. Here is how RMF fits into these key moments — those where radio really matters.
The lunch break
In an office at La Défense or in a café in Amsterdam, the midday break is a buffer. Un jour dans l'histoire, the éphéméride, the horoscope — a moment of cultural breath between two meetings, no unnecessary chatter.
Family evenings
Cooking in Berlin, helping with homework in Madrid, tidying up in Brussels. Les reprises qu'on aime at 6pm (Paris time), Branchouille at 9pm — RMF accompanies evenings without imposing its rhythm.
The weekend kickoff
From 8pm (Paris time), 70's-80's takes over. At 10pm, Party kicks in. To dance in your kitchen in Luxembourg, pour drinks for friends in Geneva, find the vibe of French evenings.
Trips and leisure
Driving for a weekend by the North Sea, on a train back to see your parents in France, on a Sunday afternoon walk. RMF keeps playing, faithful, in the background.
At night, in the background
Non-stop music between midnight and 6am. For insomniacs in London, night workers in Frankfurt, or simply for those who like to leave the radio on while they sleep.
Content for you
Podcasts designed for European francophones
Beyond the live broadcast, several RMF podcasts particularly resonate with our European audience. Here is a selection.
Idées de voyages dans le monde
Anne Pélouas, journalist, shares her favorite destinations. For Europeans who travel often — family holidays, long weekends, cultural getaways.
Histoire
Daniel de Montplaisir, French historian living in Montreal, narrates great eras. For Europeans curious about their own history, told by a Frenchman based elsewhere.
On Se Lit Tout
Emmanuelle Caron, novelist, shares her literary favorites. For European readers who want to follow French editorial news without being in Paris.
Questions et interculturalité
Cécile Lazartigues-Chartier unpacks cultural misunderstandings. Essential for French people based in Europe and confronted daily with other cultural codes.
Artistes branchouilles
The new French scene up close. To stay connected to what's happening musically in France when you live elsewhere — without depending on algorithms.
Vin et Bulles
Mélanie Boude talks appellations, varietals, regions. For Europeans who love French wine and want to learn more, without snobbery.
Living in francophone Europe
Expatriating, working, living in Europe
Preparing to leave? Just arrived? Living in Europe for years? Here are the main destinations for the French in Europe — and how RMF accompanies you, wherever you are.
Moving to London: the largest French community in Europe
London is home to around 150,000 French nationals, making it one of the largest French cities outside France. City bankers, tech entrepreneurs, creatives, students, bicultural families — the diversity of this community reflects the historic appeal of the British capital. For those who settle in London, keeping the link with French culture remains a priority.
RMF accompanies you throughout your London life. Live on the Tube in the morning, in podcasts for the commute, in music in the evening at home.
London page coming soonLiving in Brussels: between institutions and art de vivre
Brussels attracts French nationals for often professional reasons: work in European institutions, positions in international NGOs, diplomatic missions, continental company headquarters. The city offers an appreciated quality of life — francophone, accessible, with a dense cultural scene and recognized quality of life.
Settling in Brussels does not mean losing France. RMF remains your daily French radio, in a city that already shares the language.
Brussels page coming soonMoving to Switzerland: Geneva, Lausanne and the Lake Geneva basin
French-speaking Switzerland welcomes a significant French community, drawn by the quality of life, economic stability, and cultural proximity. Geneva concentrates international organizations (UN, WHO, ICRC), Lausanne attracts EPFL and academic profiles. The Lake Geneva basin remains a privileged destination for French executives.
To stay connected to France during your life in Geneva or Lausanne, RMF is there — every morning, every evening, every weekend.
Geneva page coming soonMoving to Berlin: the French creative generation
Berlin has attracted the French since the early 2010s: artists, designers, tech entrepreneurs, freelancers, students. The German capital has established itself as an accessible European cultural hub, where the French community is young, creative, mobile. Life is cheaper than in Paris, and culture is always present.
Branchouille at 3pm, Party on Friday night, podcasts during long U-Bahn rides — RMF accompanies your Berlin life without nostalgia.
Berlin page coming soonWorking in Luxembourg: the francophone crossroads
The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is massively francophone, with an economy focused on finance, European institutions, and services. The French represent a significant share of residents and cross-border workers — whether they live in Luxembourg City, Esch-sur-Alzette, or in neighbouring Lorraine.
Whether you are a cross-border worker or a resident, RMF accompanies you on your commutes, your breaks, your weekends. A French radio in a country that already speaks your language.
Luxembourg page coming soonFrench in Madrid, Lisbon and southern Europe
Madrid and Lisbon have attracted more and more French nationals since 2020 — quality of life, climate, moderate cost of living, entrepreneurial momentum. The French communities are in constant growth, mixing entrepreneurs, active retirees, families seeking a different lifestyle, and remote workers.
The Madrid sun does not erase France — it makes you listen to it differently. RMF accompanies your life in the south, live or in podcasts, with no significant time difference.
Madrid and Lisbon pages coming soon
RMF in European cities
Closer to where you live
Do you live in one of these cities? Click to discover how RMF fits into your local daily life. More city pages are in preparation.
Paris
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Megève
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Bruxelles
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Londres
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Genève
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Luxembourg
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Berlin
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Madrid
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Lisbonne
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Amsterdam
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Milan
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