French property market news
You’ll find all the latest French property news here at France Property Guides, so you can stay up to speed when buying property in France. From updates on house prices to breakdowns of new legislation, you needn’t look anywhere else for French property market news. Get the latest below.
Celebrate Bastille Day by learning about key French values
This weekend marks Bastille Day in France, a day dedicated to the national celebration of the Féderation, that united people in 1789 during the French Revolution. The celebration has been reported as “the oldest and largest military parade in Europe” and is held on the Champs-Élysées in Paris each year on July 14th.Read more...
Boxing Hare Brewing: the authentic taste of Britain comes to France
Whilst people move to France for a complete change of lifestyle, many still need to work and look to establish a new business here. With some providing holiday accommodation, others choose an entirely different route. We spoke to Norman and Jill Atkinson who told us about their move and establishing their brewing business in a quiet corner of southwest France.Read more...
Enjoy the best of the seaside and countryside in the Herault
The Herault is one of the loveliest departments in the south of France. Making up part of the Languedoc Roussillon, it has been in the greater region of Occitanie since 2016. Whether you prefer the countryside or the beach, there are plenty of places to choose from. Here we bring you 5 of the best towns/villages to whet your appetite for a visit.Read more...
3 French locations listed amongst best ‘hidden gems’ in Europe
European Best Destinations (EBD) has realised its annual list of “Best Hidden Gems in Europe”. In the top twelve, three beautiful French locations are listed. So, why did they make the list and could they be good choices for your property purchase?Read more...
Buying a rural French property and the “SAFER” rule: what you need to know
It is the dream of many of us to buy a beautiful French rural property with some land, not least because property is just so much cheaper in France than in the UK. However, if it is your intention to buy a property with land, you need to learn a little about “Safer”.Read more...
Can you take your pet to France? French government outlines rules for second-home owners
If you’re looking to buy a holiday home in France, you may wish to take your furry friend with you when you visit. However, how have the requirements changed post-Brexit? After some confusion, the French government has now outlined the rules.Read more...
10 affordable properties in the North of France
The North of France may not have quite as much sunshine as the South, but it certainly makes up for this in terms of beautiful towns and villages, fascinating history, incredible monuments and some stunning properties for sale at reasonable prices.Read more...
How to decorate your new home like the French…
You’ve bought the perfect home in France and now is the time to start renovations and decorating. But how do you create that perfect blend of personal “must haves” whilst retaining the property’s authenticity? Well, decorate like the French do, of course…Read more...
8 great reasons to buy property in Manche
For many of us traveling from the UK, Manche is the first we see of France, as we arrive at ports like Cherbourg and St Malo. But as we drive off the ferry and speed down to Nouvelle Aquitaine or Brittany, this beautiful and rugged coastal department certainly bears taking a closer look, especially the pretty and affordable property in Manche.Read more...
France Travel Update: New air and train routes
The anticipated relaxation of travel rules for British and other non-EU visitors to France has finally arrived. So what better time to start planning your travel to France, in search of the property of your dreams? Even better, there are new flight routes from the UK and USA, and a bold expansion of train services to France.Read more...
What will Macron tackle first?
At the end of last week, it was announced that Emmanuel Macron won the French Presidential election, claiming 58.6% of the vote against Marine Le Pen.Read more...
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