Two days before the Armistice in 1918, a French soldier died in Paris. He had been discharged two years earlier with a head wound and although the shrapnel lodged in his skull left him in pain, it was ...

Who doesn’t love a bargain property? Whether in Charente, Occitanie, Brittany or Normandy, these cheap houses are for sale in some of the most popular spots in France. Some require renovation while ...

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Where can you go wild swimming in Limousin? Those who seek an affordable home in France may already know the Creuse, Gartempe, Vienne, Maulde and Dordogne rivers that flow through this rural region.

Want to move furniture, household appliances, DIY materials or tools to France? Here are the new post-Brexit rules on French customs duty and tax With Covid restrictions still preventing Brits from ...

The oldest monument in Paris is being restored this year. The 23-metre-tall Egyptian granite monolith has been situated on the Place de la Concorde since 1836. Scaffolding was erected around the ...

One of the main French Easter traditions are the Easter bells or les cloches de Pâques. On Maundy Thursday, the Thursday before Easter, church bells across France are silenced to mourn the death of ...

Join Stevie Farr on a lyrical voyage as he discovers a fresh rhythm and melody in his life amidst the serene landscapes of southern France.

Whether it’s a large island spanning two departments, such as Corsica, or a more remote windswept haven, such as Ouessant off the coast of Brittany, the Hexagon offers a slice of island living for all ...

The latest French property news, spotlights and guides - from bargain houses in France to impressive chateaux ...

For many travelers, France isn’t just a destination, it’s a story, a state of mind, a literary obsession. Whether you’re a devoted bibliophile, a student of French culture, or simply in love with the ...

In November, gardeners in France should focus on indoor planting and cloning of outside plants. Indoor herbs are always great to grow in a sunny windowsill, and herbs are the most popular indoor plant ...