Merger in the south of France dents Catalan pride

Merger in the south of France dents Catalan pride

Find homes in France via our property portal. A regional renaming in south-east France has put the Catalan nose out of joint. But you can’t keep a Catalan down for long, they’ll probably turn the event into a party. We live close to the Spanish border in an area sometimes known as Catalonia, which straddles both sides of the border. There are around 450,000 French Catalans, largely based around the city of Perpignan which was a strong fortress in medieval times. The Catalans are a proud people, with their own language; a rough mix of French and Spanish.
The French Alps are not just for winter!

The French Alps are not just for winter!

Find homes in France via our property portal. If you’re looking for a holiday home with a bit more va-va-voom, the French Alps are about the most exciting option on the planet for four-season thrill-seeking.  
How are the French faring in the Rio Olympics?

How are the French faring in the Rio Olympics?

Find homes in France via our property portal. France has always been a strong sporting nation and there is a great deal of interest in the Olympics in Rio. Find out how Team France are getting on so far…  
How will Brexit impact Brits buying and living in France?

How will Brexit impact Brits buying and living in France?

Find homes in France via our property portal. It is still early days and nothing is going to change for at least two years. Indeed, things may not change at all but that would be looking too far into the future – what we’re all wondering is how this will impact those living in France.  
The climate, beaches and lifestyle in the Languedoc region

The climate, beaches and lifestyle in the Languedoc region

Find homes in France via our property portal. The Languedoc Roussillon lies down in the true South of France, sharing many geographical aspects with its more expensive sister region, Provence. It is mainly a wine growing area – actually the largest in the world – but has so much else to offer: hundreds of kilometres of sandy beaches, historical Cathar monuments, hiking trails, rivers, mountains, skiing, proximity to Spain.   Living here, one of the first things that expats are struck by is the wonderful golden light of the sun. They say there are 320 days of sunshine here; although it is

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