Selling point, somewhere to cool off, or a place to make happy memories – pools are a must for many buyers in France – Julia French has the lowdown on installation… A swimming pool is a considerable ...

Sarah Daly looks at the French healthcare system and what you can expect if you need routine or emergency care while you’re in France… Having lived in France for five years, our regular interactions ...

In the light of the policy statements made by the Chancellor, the long-standing issue for French and British alike is still whether the gift made of the nue-propriété of a French home whilst retaining ...

It all started when my best friend moved to Spain and asked me to have a look with a view to joining him. He and I played saxophones together in the bands for Curly Curve, Paul Young and the Q-Tips, ...

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

Ruth Wood dips into Daniel Start’s book about France’s wild swimming spots, from languorous rivers and bubbling falls to turquoise lakes and hot springs… A house by the sea in France can make your ...

The Dordogne department in Nouvelle Aquitaine, southwestern France has long been a popular destination for property buyers, both domestic and international. Known for its picturesque medieval towns, ...

The island of Porquerolles is known as the ‘pearl’ of these Golden Isles and is the largest in the archipelago. Local legend has it that King Olbianus had four beautiful daughters whom he adored. One ...

Hidden along some riverbanks in France are surprisingly large deposits of alluvial gold. Jon Bryant joins the weekenders trying to unearth a nugget… Setting off on my first gold run I begin to get ...

Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey amongst France’s best wineries. Savor exquisite wines, discover hidden gems, and prepare to take some bottles home for cheaper than ever! With tax-free ...

Colloquially known as Le Midi or Le Sud, the South of France is a large area taking up most of the southern half of the country, bordering Italy and Spain as well as the Atlantic Ocean and ...

Enter the enchanting world of Claude Monet and his fellow artists as Carolyn Boyd visits the sites associated with the Impressionist movement… As I walk beneath the limestone giants, the swoosh of the ...