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News: France Set to Recognise Civil Partnerships from Abroad
A bill passed by the French National Assembly on the 29th of April 2009 means that the government may soon officially recognise civil partnerships between foreign people such as English expats living in France ...read more

Books: Caravan & Camping France 2009
Fully updated, this comprehensive guide provides descriptions of over 400 great caravan and camping sites located in France's favourite holiday spots. Information on opening times, prices, facilities, and directions accompany details on how to book, plus sample booking letters in French ...read more

Blogs: Divining in April
This week we had some maintenance done on the pool as we are having the liner changed next week and as there is a problem with ground water and I've tried using various pumps and non return valves but as they usually go wrong decided for a more radical measure ...read more

Books: Time Out South of France
One of the most romanticised and written-about regions of Europe, The South of France brings together history, ancient and modern, stunning scenery, the unparalleled elegance of Cannes and St Tropez, and the raw, energetic pulse of Marseille ...read more

Real France & Interviews
Tell us about your life in France, you can send in your stories or complete our Real France interview by filling in one of our new online forms. Or write in and tell us what you think about France on our Letters Page, whether it's a grumble about French politics, a general observation about life in France, a useful tip or anything at all as long as it's connected to France. You can send in your letters here.

Holiday Accommodation Owners & French Property Sellers

Lost in France are offering free listings in our accommodation and property sales sections. If you are a holiday accommodation owner or are selling a French property you can register at either section, add your property and include an image or photo free of charge ...more info for accommodation owners or more details for property sellers

Featured Holiday: Beautiful Cottage in the Heart of Central Brittany
Our beautiful holiday cottage in the centre of Brittany, France, has been converted from a traditional Brittany longere and is set in a large tranquil garden. From the cottage much of historic Brittany is within easy reach, with its stunning coastline ...read more

Featured Property: 3 Bedroom House with Swimming Pool
3 bedroom house with swimming pool, gardens and terrace in outstanding location situated in a charming village close to St Chinian and surrounded by vineyards ...more details

France Forums - can you help answer these topics?

Reflective autoroute vests
I am confused about various snippets of news which I have heard recently both from media sources and from friends talking.
I am aware that I have to carry a reflective jacket or vest in the car when driving in France ...read more

Least touristy parts of France
I'm trying to find out what the least touristy parts of France are. All ideas welcome ...read more

Hot air distribution system
We have a free-standing 'poele a bois' (woodburner) which generates lots of heat - lovely! We'd like to try to circulate some of the excess heat at ceiling level through to the rest of the house ...read more

Exchange rate for tax form purposes
Does anyone know where the exchange rate used for tax forms is published, we have searched high and low and cannot find it anywhere ...read more

Motorhome touring
We are thinking of exploring the Lot valley this year with our motorhome. Any motorhomers out there who can suggest any "aire de campingcars" or "wild camping" places which make for good stopovers, preferably aboard a river as we enjoy a spot of fishing ...read more