20 minutes (France)

20 minutes is a French free daily newspaper, published by 20 Minutes France, a subsidiary of the Swiss media group Tamedia. It is distributed in several major cities across France, including Paris, Marseille, Lyon, and Toulouse.

The newspaper follows a compact, tabloid format and is designed to be read quickly, typically during a commute or short break. Its content focuses on providing concise summaries of news, current events, sports, entertainment, and local information.

20 minutes is part of a larger international network of free daily newspapers with similar formats and editorial approaches. These papers are typically funded by advertising revenue and are offered free of charge to readers in high-traffic areas. The French edition of 20 minutes was first launched in 2002 and has since become one of the most widely read daily newspapers in France, particularly among younger demographics. Its key competitors include other free daily newspapers and online news sources. The paper aims to provide accessible and informative news coverage to a broad audience, often emphasizing brevity and visual elements to capture attention and facilitate quick reading.