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The Outsiders are a group of wine producers from all around the world who settled in this part of France,...
Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie The ancient province of Quercy truly is a land that time forgot, where you will find, hidden away...
Hérault, Occitanie Many folk who have set foot in Pézenas claim it’s like “stepping back in time”. Certainly, the town’s...
Plan on running a B&B or letting a gîte in the Hexagon? We’ve picked five of the most lucrative areas...
This verdant region in southern France seduces with its space, natural beauty and the quality of life it offers. Gascony could be your property heaven
If remote is your house-hunting watchword, consider the hillside village of Arles-sur-Tech. Burrowed in the lush Vallespire valley and bordered by the Canigou massif, most of this 2,882-hectare territory is densely forested, with a population of just over 2,700.
Kay and Mark Williams did their homework when they came to buy in France, but it was when things went pear-shaped that they discovered their dream home in Hérault
Leaseback properties can be a fruitful long-term investment, but they can’t be found just anywhere. From the dizzy heights of the Alps to the glittering French Riviera, these are the spots to comb
Why buying property in and around Chalabre, with nearby lakes, castles and stunning views of the Pyrenees, makes for a great investment!
The eastern half of the Aveyron has been neglected. But the opening of the Sir Norman Foster-designed Millau Viaduct last year increased interest in eastern and southern Aveyron, and a boom in the property market could soon follow.
The department of Aveyron has not always been known for its property appeal but it has recently become much more popular.
Rodez, the departmental capital of Aveyron, is an attractive city in a pleasant natural environment. Its historic centre is perched on top of a hill overlooking the Aveyron River.
Looking for stunning views and a warm climate? The ancient fishing port of Marseillan offers this and more
Tight budget? We reveal the cheapest cities in which to buy in the Hexagon
The first time Donna Critcher clapped eyes on Château Saint Michel, she knew she had to have it. Two years...
Sun, Ski and Sand Over 300 days of sunshine a year, glorious mountain resorts, welcoming beaches and plenty of rental...
We head to the green heart of southwest France, where two departments reign supreme… Lot Named after its defining river, the...
The ancient province of Quercy is truly ‘a land that time forgot’, where you will find, hidden away in sleepy...
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveals its top search areas – on and off the...
We consider the best reasons to buy in these neighbouring areas jostling for position in the sunny south of France…...
The département of Aveyron in the Midi-Pyrénées is blessed with a fine array of stunning villages. Here we present ten...
We sneak a peek inside Norwegian couple Heidi and Morten Nystad’s Scandinavia-meets-Occitanie holiday home, near coveted Uzès FRENCHENTRÉE MAGAZINE: What...
Pleasures of the Campagne Dominic Bliss journeys to the south-western Gers département to meet an expat who revels in the...
So, you are contemplating moving to France, and need to earn a living once there – you are making your...
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the...
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top search areas – on and off the...
Sylvia Edwards Davis chats to South African couple Almarie and Dan Hugo about their bold move to buy two period...
It’s official! Savvy travellers voted with their feet – and their little tootsies led them to the Charente-Maritime. The Nouvelle...
Ready to make the move? The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top Search areas – on and off the...
Investing in France Is Common Sense – Pure and Simple. Year after year, the Hexagon continues to be the most...
With one of the most regulated property markets in the world, France has always been a great place to invest. Holiday...
1. Broad Geography A historical area rather than an official region, ‘Gascony’ defines the territory from the tip of the...
We assess the benefits of buying in two areas of south-central France… Hérault The Hérault département lies at the centre...
For many the ancient city of Narbonne and its surrounds is the ideal property location in the Aude department - right at the crossroads of the two main motorways, easily accessed from 4 airports, close enough to the beach for day- tripping, and steeped in history and culture. "Narbonne Property Guide"
Where to Buy in France Now! The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top areas in which to begin your...
WHERE TO BUY IN FRANCE NOW! The FrenchEntrée Property Services team reveal their top areas in which to begin your...
Thinking of buying a property in Gascony? We've prepared an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles and prices.
France has adopted a new map reducing the number of regions from 22 down to 13. The move is aimed to simplify bureaucracy and save costs and is not without controversy.
The southern Gers region in the Midi-Pyrénées is the France of many people’s imaginations; sunflowers and gently rolling hills, medieval bastide towns and classic French farmhouses, vineyards and typical French country restaurants, rivers and lakes, castles and historic villages all of which is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Pyrénées mountains.
The recent dramatic shift in the GB pound to euro exchange rate has contributed to a slowing of the French property market. The shift in the rate from around 1.45 to 1.25 has effectively reduced the purchasing power of the pound by about 15%. In response to this shift we are seeing increasing numbers of properties with reductions in the asking price.
If you're considering buying a property in the Languedoc Roussillon this year, chances are that you'll already have a good idea about where in the region you want it to be, that's why we've created dedicated location specific property sales pages for the main property hotspots in the region - "Languedoc Roussillon property sales links"
Mazamet is on the lower slopes of the Montagne Noire, yet just 45 minutes from Carcassonne and just over an hour from Toulouse. Mazamet, and its surrounding area could prove to be an excellent place to buy property, as the prices are reasonable and there are a good variety of desirable properties around.
If you’re looking for property close to skiing and winter sports facilities, but with summer potential too, then you should focus your search in the eastern Pyrenees mountain area of the Languedoc-Roussillon. Located in the Pyrenees Orientales bordering Spain and Andorra - the Capcir and Cerdagne plateaux are an outdoor pursuits paradise. "Pyrenees Property"
The recent currency exchange rate fluctuations have reduced the buying power of people moving from the UK to France. But French property is still outstanding value compared to the UK. Sell your detached four-bedroom house in Sussex for £425,000 and see what you could buy in the Lot and Quercy region of southwest France...
The fact that the northern Languedoc-Roussillon department of Lozere has largely been ignored by typical non-French property buyers is now becoming one of its most charming assets. This is the part of the region where you can truly get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life! "Lozere Property Guide"
The historic city of Carcassonne and its surrounding area continues to draw property investors, keen to explore the options in this increasingly popular tourist destination, where the property market is seeing an upsurge thanks to improved transport links and its combination of Mediterranean climate and unspoilt landscape. "Carcassonne Property"
The Limoux area south of Carcassonne is proving to be one of the most popular areas for property hunters in the Aude - with easy access to the airport, many villages still retaining their medieval charm, and the wonderful scenery of the Pyrenees foothills, the area clearly also makes for a sound investment. We take a closer look at the property trends in some of the towns and villages in the Limoux area. "Limoux Property"
Louise Sayers, from Med & Mountain Properties explains why the charming town of Ceret remains a property hotspot in the Pyrenees Orientales, and gives an indication of the current property trends there. "Buying Property in Ceret"
Property hunters who haven’t yet discovered the charms of Lodeve will be pleasantly surprised by this elegant market-town located in the north-west corner of the Herault department in Languedoc-Roussillon, surrounded by green hills, woods, vineyards and picturesque villages. "Lodeve Property Guide"