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Hantavirus case confirmed: man visited France in July

Franco-Argentinian travelled through France before case of deadly Andes strain hantavirus was detected

August 07, 2026

Crowd walking and sitting at café terraces on a historic street in Bordeaux, France

Temperatures rise before southern storms arrive: French weekend weather forecast August 8 - 9

Fifth heatwave will begin across France

August 07, 2026

Can I travel between France and UK with national ID card and not French passport?

EU and UK both have electronic border systems in place

August 06, 2026

Roadside radar speed camera warning sign against trees and blue sky.

What happens if a speed camera flashes two cars at once in France?

Modern speed cameras have lane-distinguishing technology

August 06, 2026

Solar panels mounted on a terracotta-tiled roof with trees in the background.

Do solar panel electricity sellers in France need to sign up for electronic billing?

Changes to system applies to sales subject to VAT

August 06, 2026

New catamaran Channel crossing to be trialled between Sussex and Normandy

Latest route by British start-up will be captained by Vendée Globe winning sailor on his own vessel

August 06, 2026

Fifth heatwave ‘certain’ to hit France next week, highs of 40C

South-west to see temperatures rise at start of weekend

August 06, 2026

Notaire data on how the French coastal property market is faring

Fluctuation in housing prices come as flats see more steady change

August 06, 2026

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Firefighters warn of ‘very high risk’ of blazes in Var

Department is facing both forest fire and heatwave alerts

August 06, 2026

Months ahead likely to be warmer than average, warns French forecaster

July 2026 was the hottest on record in France

August 06, 2026

Rescuers find body of woman swept away in flash floods in Alps tourist village

Victim hit by debris when crossing bridge to campsite

August 05, 2026

What is the best way to find weather alerts in my department in France?

State forecaster issues official alerts for many weather disturbances

August 05, 2026

Intermarché cyberattack affects nearly 300,000 customers

Personal information taken by hackers, calls for online vigilance in coming weeks

August 05, 2026

Firefighters fear Var blaze could reignite, arson suspected

Several fires appeared yesterday following lightning strikes

August 05, 2026

Does free legal help exist in France?

Some insurance policies include coverage of legal fees

August 05, 2026

Red no-swimming sign on a grassy riverbank beside calm water.

France increases fine for swimming in unauthorised zones

It comes as over 270 deaths by drowning already recorded this summer

August 05, 2026

What changes in France this August for your budget?

Energy bills change for millions, savings accounts see new interest rates, and back-to-school grant paid out

August 04, 2026

Red fuel nozzle inserted into a blue car at a petrol station.

When will fuel prices in France drop after oil price fall?

Both petrol and diesel costs increased across July as tensions flared in the Middle East

August 04, 2026

Var wildfire continues with strong winds raising fears of flare-ups

Gironde fire contained and evacuees can return home. 12 departments on heightened risk of fires

August 04, 2026

A view of three men wearing hi-vis jackets on a hunt

Will forest fires lead to hunting ban in France?

Petition to introduce three-year moratorium on hunting has over 380,000 signatures

August 03, 2026

French wildfire update August 3: fires continue in Var and Gironde

Authorities concerned that new blazes will spring up from hot weather

August 03, 2026

Advice to follow during storms in France whether indoors or outside

Homeowners may need a certificate to make an insurance claim following damage

August 03, 2026

High temperatures to ease in most areas of France this week - storms forecast

Today (Monday) is set to be the warmest day of the week by national average temperature - reaching nearly 5C above typical levels for the season

August 03, 2026

Summer works bring disruption to Paris public transport, including Charles-de-Gaulle airport

Airport authorities warn of 90-minute journey times from city centre as several major lines see station closures

July 31, 2026

Collage showing office documents, call centre staff, a gas stove being adjusted and a car refuelling at a Beyour petrol station.

What changes for residents in France in August 2026

Bills will change for millions of households, fuel scheme extends, and savings accounts see new rates

July 31, 2026

France’s 2026 property tax bills: when they will arrive and what to expect

Taxe foncière is levied on all properties regardless of use with only a few exceptions

July 31, 2026

Russian political commentator issued with order to leave France

Xenia Fedorova has been accused of spreading Russian propaganda

July 31, 2026

Over 300 arrested in France this summer on suspicion of starting fires

Gironde wildfire stable for fifth day but yet to be under control

July 31, 2026

Charred residential buildings stand amid scorched ground after a wildfire in Lege, France.

Why does French natural disaster insurance not cover wildfires?

Since most wildfires are caused by human activity, this affects insurance claims

July 31, 2026

France’s property market is stabilising (and why this is not a bad thing)

Five key points from the most recent French notaire data

July 31, 2026

Pont Neuf spanning the Garonne River in Toulouse with trees and a clear blue sky.

Heat to intensify in France during the weekend

21 departments remain on heightened alert for Saturday August 1

July 31, 2026

Up 17.3%, down 6.7%: how flat prices are changing across France

Largest cities saw little change but other areas vary considerably in fortunes

July 30, 2026

Surprise train strike to hit Normandy this weekend

Close to 40% of trains to destinations such as Evreux, Caen, and Rouen cancelled on Friday

July 30, 2026

French farmers clash with prefecture over help for firefighters

Farmers hurry to deliver water and supplies, but authorities say they must use official channels

July 30, 2026

How are house prices changing in your area of France?

Notaire data shows strong growth in north but big cities such as Paris and Bordeaux see prices drop

July 30, 2026

More areas of France face highest level of tap water restrictions

44 departments now have at least one commune at ‘crisis’ level

July 30, 2026