17th March 2010

FrenchEntrée guide to property & holidays in Aquitaine.

Aquitaine
Welcome to FrenchEntrée-Aquitaine, your complete online guide to property and holidays in the Aquitaine region. If you're looking for an estate agent in the region check out our Aquitaine estate agents directory. Visit our Aquitaine property for sale . Living in the Dordogne or Lot & Garonne? Check out our regional sites FrenchEntrée Dordogne and FrenchEntrée Lot and Quercy

Which Airport in Aquitaine?

Airports in the region
Travelling by air? Choose from one of five airports served by budget airlines from the UK.

Regional Products of the Lot et Garonne

Produits Regionaux

Marmande Tomatoes
Fruit growing is a speciality of the département which is renowned for its plums (the famous pruneaux d’Agen), strawberries, succulent melons and the pomme d’amour, Marmande tomatoes. Good quality wines are produced in the Duras and Buzet regions, ..........

Bordeaux Rugby World Cup Matches

Bordeaux Building
The port city of Bordeaux is the capital of the Gironde department and the Aquitaine region. Bordeaux is a centre of military, space and aeronautics research and construction. And of course is world famous for wine which has been produced since the 8th century. more...

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Dordogne, Gironde, Landes, Lot-et-Garonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques

This huge and diverse region has a wealth of very different sights, cultures and cuisine to explore. There is plenty of variety to keep you occupied; from the rolling hills, medieval châteaux, prehistoric caves and rivers of the Dordogne, to the pine-covered sandy terrain of the Landes - the largest forest in Europe - and the endless stretch of sandy beach and dramatic sea which spans the whole Atlantic coast of this region, right down to the Pyrénées-Atlantiques. There is skiing in the pyrenees during the winter, but this remote area is also beautiful to explore in summer.
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Check out our regional sites in Aquitaine: FrenchEntrée Lot & Quercy and FrenchEntrée Dordogne

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What to do in Arcachon and Cap Ferret

Dune du Pilat Justin Postlethwaite heads for Arcachon and Cap Ferret, where he raises a glass to some oyster farmers but doesn’t climb the Dune du Pilat. more...

Property Trends 2010

Analysis of 2009 and predictions for 2010

French property trendsAt the end of 2008 we interviewed our premier partner estate agents in the region to see what their predictions for the 2009 property market were. In this article we disclose the reality of the 2009 property market and predictions for 2010... more...

Self catering and the city: Biarritz

Biarritz BeachWe take a look at visiting Biarritz and provide money-saving tips and the best self-catering apartment deals to ensure you get the most out of your hard-earned cash. more...

The Bordeaux Region – A place to enjoy life

Bordeaux property for saleNo matter what type of lifestyle appeals to you, you’ll find it in the Bordeaux region. With gently rolling vineyards dotted with windmills and grand châteaux, the region encompasses all that’s good about life, says property finder Vince Kavanagh...more...

Atlantic Coast New Build Development

Coastal property in a region of contrast

view from developmentFor sale are some beautiful properties in Biarritz and Rochefort. Whether you are looking for a leaseback or freehold opportunity, New Build Developments often come with excellent facilities, and so are ideal to let out...
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Peter Wakelin - Siddalls Adviser in France

Peter Wakelin - Siddalls Advisor FranceSiddalls advisers in France are there to provide support and up-to-date information on any issues that may affect your finances when becoming a French resident. They are able to explain and identify problems in a language you will understand, identifying any problem areas that need to be addressed and suggesting personalised solutions. Peter Wakelin regional manager for the Aquitaine region of France, encompassing the departments of the Gironde, Dordogne, Lot-et-Garonne, Landes, Pyrenees-Atlantiques, and part of the Gers and Hautes-Pyrenees. He tells us his story...

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Property Guide - Aquitaine

Regional Factfile

Thinking of buying a property in Aquitaine? This article is an introductory guide to the region covering climate, landscape, attractions, access, property styles and prices. more...

Guide to the Dordogne region

Diversity in rural France

Dordogne valleyThe Dordogne is not a geographic capsule. It is linked to the surrounding regions, geographically and architecturally. To the north, the area around Nontron has the greenness, as well as the rainfall, of the Limousin. To the north-east, beyond Périgueux......

The Dordogne Property Market -perfect for buyers!

A Mair's houseWhen's the right time to buy in the Dordogne? how about now?

Five years or so ago I put my house near Riberac on the market in February and it was snapped up within weeks. Since then, things have changed..........

Properties in the Landes

Property styles from the Landes, and the property market.

BastideFrom building plots to châteaux, here is the lowdown on the kinds of properties found in the Landes, and how they fit into the current market... Landes property market...

Holiday Activities in Lot et Garonne

Things to do in the region

Canal de Garonne Whether you’re interested in the quiet life and long walks, are seeking a relaxing spa treatment or are looking for white knuckle excitement on the rides at the Walibi adventure park, you’ll find it all in the Lot et Garonne.......

A Journey Down the Lot

From Fumel to Villeneuve-sur-Lot

Villeneuve-sur-Lot At Fumel the Lot moves into the 21st century, shedding its ringlets along with its pristine lack of industry, car parks and commercial sprawl as it meets flatter country en route to its confluence with the mighty Garonne at Aiguillon. From the valley road the scenery might seem unexciting...
An extract from "Dordogne & The Lot" by Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls........

Where should I buy my house in the Dordogne?

It all depends....

Cottage near RouffignacChoosing an area to buy into will depend on particular wishes and needs, as well as your own personal taste. I recently met a couple at Bergerac airport who had been looking for a holiday home around Sarlat. I asked them if they liked woods..........

Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen of England

The English rule of South West France

Eleanor of AquitaineBeautiful, spirited, fascinating and the richest heiress in medieval Europe, Eleanor of Aquitaine was the most desirable parti of her time. She was also a woman of great strength ..........

Monflanquin, Lot et Garonne

Monflanquin, Lot et GaronneSmall and very pretty bastide village dominating the valley of the Lède between Agenais and Périgord. Founded in the 13th Century by Alphonse of Poitiers, Count de Toulouse ..........

Ribérac area property market

Barn for conversion near RibéracIn 1989 I bought a tumbledown barn between Verteillac and Ribérac for about £35,000 as a holiday home. I spent a year renovating it with the aid of a local architect and local builders. It provided five bedrooms, a bathroom and two shower-rooms. It was heated by ..........

The Landes

About this fascinating area.

Landes forestThe Landes département has three distinct areas; the côte d’argent, the Landes de Gascogne Regional Park, and the ‘back-country’....

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Armagnac

The Other Cognac

Armagnac from south-west FranceOften overshadowed by the better-known Cognac region, the Armagnac region in south-west France produces a brandy that is actually older, rarer and with a more complex flavour than that of its "mass-produced" rival..........

Pujols le Haut, Lot et Garonne

Pujols le Haut, Lot et GaronneBeautiful small village in the heart of the Lot et Garonne, just 2 km from Villeneuve-sur-Lot. Perched high on a hill it occupies a dominant position above the Lot valley..........

A Dordogne climate guide

Sun, rain and temperatures

sun in blue skyThe Dordogne is the third largest département in France, with a total area of 9,200 square kilometres. To understand its structure and climate, you need to see it as a transitional landscape, changing from the "Bassin Aquitain" – the large area of lowlying country around Bordeaux – in the southwest, to the higher country in the north, culminating in the Limousin and the Massif Central..........

Forestry in the Dordogne

When you go down to the woods today…

Woodpile near VillamblardNext time you drive through the attractive woodland of the Dordogne countryside, give some thought to its importance to the local economy as well as its beauty in the local landscape. 43% of the Dordogne is forest..........
French mortgage best buy tables
IPF CottageKeep yourself up-to-date with the latest French mortgage rates. Whether you’re looking for a repayment or interest only option you’ll find the most competitive rates available here.
Gironde and Bordeaux Property Services
Gironde and Bordeaux Property ServicesAllow us to help you find the perfect property. Our independence ensures you are guaranteed of having the best possible choice of properties in the Gironde and Bordeaux areas. We can negotiate on your behalf to help your budget go even further.
Free Currency Quote
Euro NotesLooking to purchase a property in France? Need to make regular money transfers? Fill in our currency form for a Free Quote.
Weekly removals to France
Removals CorpWeekly service to all areas of France, Part loads, Full loads get a Free online quote. Just a few Boxes? We can ship boxes door to door ONLY £24.95 each in 3 days! Get your free quote!
Legal French spoken here
Tee France - French Legal AdviceThe Tee France team includes two bilingual French Avocats to help you with all your property related requirements. Find out more
Dordogne Maison de Maitre for €295,000
Dordogne Maison de MaitreFor sale: beautiful restored 4/5 Bedroomed house located on the edge of a village with shops, schools and a delightful summer river beach with cafe and restaurants. Learn More.
Boating Holidays in France
Boating Holidays in France with Le BoatCruise the heart of France along the network of rivers and canals onboard one of Le Boat's luxurious cruisers.


Insure your holiday home
Schofields Home InsuranceInsurance for your French holiday home when it's unoccupied or holiday let. Simple to understand French
home insurance in plain English. - Get a quote



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