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 ...

Fishing business? Wellness retreat? Holiday park or secluded swimming spot? How would you enjoy a French property with its own lake? Here are eight lakeside houses on the market in France for between ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

From luxury Parisian apartments to lavish French Châteaux, their friendly faces take us on viewings on the Netflix series The Parisian Agency.

In France there is a president and a prime minister, a National Assembly and a Senate and elections are held in two rounds. Confused? Here’s our quick guide to the French political system The ...

How did a simple black cat become emblematic of Montmartre’s golden age? Its haughty gaze seems to follow you across the room; no, this isn’t the Mona Lisa, but another glossy-haired subject of a ...

Discover the allure of Chateau La Napoule through a mesmerizing journey. Experience love, loss, and resilience in Once Upon A Time.

Cheese is such a key part of French cuisine that it’s no surprise there are lots of fromage-filled recipes to sink your teeth into! Truffade Hailing from rural Auvergne, this hearty dish combines ...

Learn these essential French property types to help with your househunting in France Appartement – flat/apartment Chambres d’hôtes – guesthouse, B&B Gîte – holiday cottage Maison de maître – mansion ...

Brush up your human anatomy vocabulary and expand your knowledge of French idioms at the same time ...