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.
Rise in remote working in France drives property buyers to the seaside
Seaside living in France is ever-so-appealing. With sun, sea and sailing on your doorstep, what’s not to love? It’s no secret that France has a selection of superb beaches and coastal towns to choose from. While the possibility of living by the sea hasn’t always been practical, especially for those who travel to work, the steady rise of remote working in France has made the dream a little more attainable.Read more...
The latest news from France
What’s going on across the Channel? We bring you the latest news from France, including the lead up to the Presidential election and a COVID-19 update.Read more...
Six of Brittany’s best coastal towns for buyers
In this guide, we shine a spotlight on six of the best coastal towns to buy a home in Brittany. They’re towns built on a human scale, featuring well-preserved vernacular architecture, vibrant cultural traditions, a fabulous natural environment and a thriving jobs market.Read more...
The complicated business of planning permission in France
Property in France is relatively good value compared to the UK, so overseas buyers are often thrilled at what they can afford. However, the constraints and challenges surrounding planning permission in France can make embarking on your dream projects a tricky business.Read more...
Will France achieve its goal for high-speed internet by 2025?
Back in 2013, France launched a plan to implement fast internet connection for both urban and rural areas by 2025. However, will this be achieved?Read more...
4 tranquil retirement spots in the Languedoc Roussillon
We have found 4 tranquil retirement spots in the Languedoc Roussillon, each offering a much more relaxed lifestyle, peace, calm and beauty. Let’s explore them!Read more...
What’s going on with France’s property market?
With 2022 underway, what’s going on with France’s property market and what can we expect for the rest of the year?Read more...
Study reveals best cities to live in France
A new study from Meteo Job and Meilleurtaux looks at both job security and housing affordability to compile a list of the best cities to live in France. Which cities fared well and which were ranked the lowest? We take a look.Read more...
Bordeaux, Perigueux or Bergerac: which Nouvelle Aquitaine town should you opt for in 2022?
The Nouvelle Aquitaine is the largest administrative region in France – and consistently one of the most popular in which to buy property. As an area with lush countryside, beautiful rivers, fine architecture, sophisticated towns and quaint villages, it’s easy to see why!Read more...
Regional Christmas traditions in France
Christmas in France is still very much a traditional affair. Different areas have slightly different ways of celebrating, all of which are very charming. Let us look at four different areas to find out just what their regional Christmas traditions are.Read more...
Paris no longer world’s most expensive city
Last year, the Worldwide Cost of Living Survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) ranked Paris as the most expensive city in the world to live. However, in 2021, the French capital has fallen to second place. We take a look at why this may be.Read more...
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