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Châtelaudren: a Breton village once regarded as France’s ‘second fashion capital’

The picturesque spot in northern Brittany was home to weekly women’s magazine Le Petit Echo de la Mode

Three reading recommendations: books about France in English

Explore three books set in France, including a family saga in Burgundy, a wartime thriller in Paris, and a romantic journey in Hérault. Perfect reads for Francophiles.

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UK retiree re-elected to town council in south of France

Retiree Karen Blakemore lost her seat in Saint-Merd-de-Lapleau in Corrèze six years after her first election in 2014

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A family's journey from San Francisco to France

Splitting time between the Ardèche countryside and city life in Lyon offers a balanced lifestyle, cultural enrichment, and social opportunities

Burgundy’s Route du Cassis: a 55km journey of blackcurrants and culture

Enjoy liqueurs, jams, and more on this gourmet trail leading from Dijon to Nuits-Saint-Georges

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Test your knowledge: fun French facts

Explore intriguing French trivia, from the toughest dictation in history to the vibrant culture of Limoges and the unique lifestyle on Ile de Ré

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French recipe: trout gravlax with beetroot

A step-by-step guide to preparing this delicious recipe from the Ferrandi School of Culinary Arts

Merlin Holland: 'misconceptions about my grandfather Oscar Wilde - and what I love about France'

Merlin Holland delves into the myths and rumours surrounding his famous family connection

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Eat like a local: welsh from Nord and Pas-de-Calais

Explore the unique French twist on Welsh rarebit, a beloved dish with delicious local variations

Living in Lille: a young, lively city that is 'very accepting of foreigners'

Discover everything about living in Lille, from its cultural attractions and efficient transport links to affordable property prices and vibrant student life

See inside rare Le Corbusier villa for sale in the Var

Villa l’Artaude blends modernist architecture with Mediterranean charm

Exploring France by canal boat: routes, prices and beginner advice

Slower pace lets holidaymakers enjoy the scenery

Paris group promises help to ‘live your best life’

WICE is a vibrant English-speaking community offering classes, workshops, and social events to help expats integrate and thrive

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Why I love where I live... in Nantes

Reader Sue Alouche, 66, and her French husband set up 'Knowing Nantes', a network for the anglophone community in the city

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British women tackle challenges of renovations in France with podcast

Series explores bureaucracy, construction rules, planning permissions, diagnostics and everyday hurdles

From Oregon to Brittany: primrose nursery in France celebrates 90th anniversary

Barnhaven Primroses traces its history back to 1930s America

A French film to watch: Auction by Pascal Bonitzer

Auction house drama explores the discovery of a lost Egon Schiele painting and its impact on those who would profit from its sale

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Three reading recommendations: books about France in English

Explore three engaging books, offering unique perspectives on French culture, romance, and the art of living well

Discover La Routo, the historic 500km hiking trail from France to Italy

The hiking path from the Camargue to the Italian Alps, rich in history, culture, and stunning landscapes, is perfect for serious hikers and history enthusiasts

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Recipe: Poulet Basquaise

London-based chef, Alex Jackson, shares a simple, tasty stew of chicken, ham, peppers and tomatoes flavoured with piment d’espelette

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French recipe: pork chop with braised butter beans

London-based chef Matthew Ryle shares a quick and easy winter recipe, ready in just 30 minutes

Sleep in a 100-year-old railway carriage at a former Brittany station

Refurbished railway compartment can sleep up to 11 people at a time

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How joining a choir in rural France helped me build a new life after retirement

Connexion reader Abigail Gammie explains how singing offered a fun way to make friends – and learn the language

Périgueux: picturesque market town at the historic heart of Dordogne

Home to cafés, a cathedral, museums, and an annual vintage festival

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Why I love where I live... in Bordeaux

Briton Tim Pike, 55, loves the dynamic city in south-west France, setting up a history blog, a band – and even a one-man show

Eat and cook like a Dordogne local: pommes de terre sarladaises

A classic dish, with traditional ingredients like duck fat, parsley, and garlic

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Le Bristol: inside a unique Paris hotel named after an English aristocrat

In a new illustrated history of 100 years of Le Bristol in Paris, Laure Verchère reveals how the spirit and style of founder Hippolyte Jammet and his son Pierre live on in the splendid palace hotel

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'I stopped going to the hairdresser for 12 years to save for my dream house in France'

La Maison de Wakefield is an 18th-Century stone house with four bedrooms and four bathrooms in Lot

Dragon's Pen: a creative haven for writers in central France

The vibrant community for writers and artists in Creuse and Indre fosters creativity through workshops and anthologies

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Gardening in 2026: the year of being organised

Manage seeds and maintain tools effectively for a productive year ahead

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Saint-Aubin-des-Châteaux: rural French village with historical and natural charm

Step back in time to explore Neolithic, Roman, and Templar traces... but you will not find any châteaux

Recipe: Corsican fiadone cheesecake

This easy-to-make cake is a traditional crowd-pleasing dessert

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'I love living in Metz, at the heart of Europe'

Connexion reader, Matthew, enjoys supporting the city's football team, going boating, and admiring the historic architecture

This charming Breton village is known for its thrilling rallycross events

The historic sites of Lohéac (Ille-et-Vilaine) blend culture and motorsport

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La Baule-Escoublac is a classic French case study in the evolution of the grand resort

The coastal town is renowned for its Belle Epoque villas, Art Deco elegance, and modernist designs

Interiors: Jacques Grange's thoroughly modern classicism

Pierre Passebon reveals a selection of master designer Jacques Grange's latest projects across Europe and the United States, showcasing his wide-ranging inspirations and his natural elegance