Chaumont bars report mixed summer results amid heatwaves

In Chaumont, France, local bars reported mixed results during the summer season, influenced by extreme heatwaves and varying consumer habits. While some establishments like Mil 9 and K32 experienced a successful summer, others struggled.

One local manager noted that high temperatures led to a shift in customer patterns, with increased business during morning hours and a preference for hydrating beverages like sparkling water over beer when temperatures exceeded 28 degrees Celsius.

Conversely, other business owners attributed poor performance to a lack of municipal animation in the city center and concerns regarding public safety and security in specific areas, rather than the weather.