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4d ago

Open Relationships Gain Traction in France, Particularly Among Urban Progressives

New survey reveals 8% of French adults now practice consensual non-monogamy, with rates doubling in Paris and higher adoption among younger, educated, and left-leaning demographics.

La proportion de Françaises en couple libre a été multipliée par cinq, passant de 1 % en 2017 à 5 % en 2025.
Selon une étude dévoilée par l'Ifop ce mercredi 23 avril, 5% des sondés déclarent être en couple libre, contre seulement 1% en 2017.
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Overview

  • The latest Ifop–Gleeden survey (March–April 2025) finds 8% of French adults in open relationships, up from 1% in 2017, with 15% having experienced it at least once.
  • Parisians report significantly higher participation, with 15% in open relationships compared to the national average of 8%.
  • Younger adults, individuals with higher education, and those identifying as politically progressive or feminist are more likely to adopt this relationship model.
  • Sexual orientation plays a role: 20% of gay and bisexual men and 8% of lesbian or bisexual women are in open relationships, compared to much lower rates among heterosexuals.
  • Despite its growth, 54% of participants choose to keep their open relationships private, reflecting the persistence of societal taboos around non-monogamy.