Just over a half-hour drive from Le Havre, the towering white chalk cliffs of Étretat are among France’s most memorable natural wonders and an ideal destination for ferry passengers to explore on a day trip.
FE contributor Rachel found travelling to her French second home especially challenging due to her partner's needs for dialysis. Here, she compares their experiences between the US and France, and offers some valuable advice for those in a similar position.
In the sunny region of Charente, Neil and Sharon McKenzie discovered their charming petit chateau, nestled amidst picturesque towns, all within their budget.
Synonymous with cider, brandy, countryside and coastlines, Calvados offers all that’s great about France and, Annaliza Davis explains, it’s also a great choice for househunters
Find out about the new tax declaration that second-home owners need to fill in, which prices are going up in February, plus the latest from this weekend’s French Property Exhibition. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.
Moving to France with children means settling them into a new French school - these tried-and-tested tips will help make it as smooth and stress-free as possible
When Vicki and Jon Carah fi rst fell in love in Exeter, they had no idea that they would also fall in love in France – with a particular property and the spectacular area of Tarn.
This natural haven in the west of France is often overlooked, but it offers fantastic opportunities for house-hunters. It could be an ideal spot if you’re hoping to move to France
Tucked in a beautiful stretch of the Alps – between Lake Geneva, Switzerland and Italy – Haute-Savoie boasts some of the prettiest and highest ski resorts, as well as gorgeous lakeside towns.
Kerry and Tomas Flaherty-Rask, a pair of high-flying IKEA executives, made a fresh start running two properties converted to provide luxury holidays in the Dordogne.
From booking tickets to essential travel documents and preparing for travel - here's what you need to know about travelling to France by ferry with your dog.
Covid-19 tests are now required for vaccinated travellers entering both France and the UK, plus France's festive season health regulations and Scarlet list.
Atlanta Constructions, an English-speaking company based in Brittany, has been building affordable properties in France for 30 years. You too can realise your dream house in France, including our new self-build option.
When Erin Choa and Jean-Baptiste Gois clapped eyes on the Château de Bourneau, it was love at first sight. Sylvia Edwards Davis takes a tour of the romantic folly that stole the châtelains’ hearts
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The most widely known local taxes are the Taxe foncière, and taxe d'habitation but there is a third one ...
