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 16th May 2008
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Dordogne property, holidays and lifeWelcome to FrenchEntrée-Dordogne. A comprehensive source of information for the Dordogne department, so if you're thinking of buying a house in the Dordogne, or you already live here, or perhaps you're planning to holiday in the region, then you've come to the right place. Our aim is to provide comprehensive information about buying property in the Dordogne, life in the Dordogne, Tourism, Food and Drink, Local News and Events & Activities in the area. We feature holiday advice, holiday rentals and accommodation in the Dordogne. Plus we cover local businesses in the directory and stories from people who live in the region.We hope you enjoy using the site - please let us know if we can enhance it in any way by emailing the Editor Contribute to FrenchEntree Dordogne The English invasion of the DordogneHistory repeating itself - with a difference Two Dordogne châteaux: Castelnaud and MilandesFrom macho to glitz – all in an afternoon!
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For residents or those planning to move to the area there's plenty on offer in the 
Choosing 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...
The first anniversary of the Franco-British Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Dordogne and the unique Périgord Développement was celebrated at a prestigious presentation...
The Dordogne or French department number 24 as it is sometimes known is famous for its stunning scenery its great food and wine, and its substantial history of course.But what is it really like to holiday there and what kind of things can you enjoy when you get here?
Much has been written about great food and wine in France and specifically from the Dordogne. This region is famous for rich cuisine unique to the area. Think of exotic truffles, smooth foie gras, and aromatic walnut oil and you will think of the Dordogne...
When's the right time to buy in the Dordogne? how about now? 
France produced 830,000 new babies last but its not enough!! Despite this being the highest annual total since 1981 and the 'fertility rate' increasing to 2 children per women it ...
When I think of France, the first things that spring to mind are: the French (of course), the food and wine, glorious summer holidays, green open spaces,
A mouthwatering guide to the finest that Dordogne cuisine and service has to offer. We are blessed with six restaurants who have achieved Michelin Stars. Enjoy our 'gastronomic' guide and a fanciful dream week. Even if you can't spend a week, spend a few minutes drooling, and when you visit the area, or if you live here, choose from this 'selection'...!
Think golf and you may find yourself thinking of the Spanish Costas or the Algarve. But wise up, folks. The Dordogne has some excellent places for golf, with all the added attractions of nice places to stay – and of course the region's wine and food
Its fifteen years now since Jan Cintas left UK and set up home in the Dordogne. At that time there were considerably fewer English people moving here on a permanent basis than there are today...
There's your café terrace in the sun, just inviting you to sit down. But how do you order the coffee you want?
The Dordogne Police are determined to reduce accidents and save lives throughout the year because it seems it isn’t just in the peak months when these occur. Now, with the increased risk of ice and fog they appeal for care and common sense. They are carrying out increasing numbers of random speed checks at critical times throughout the day and, of course, during holidays and festivals. They are getting tough .JPG)
If you enjoy walking, cycling, or just love the countryside, but you are puzzled by the yellow-topped posts dotted right around the Dordogne; or even if you're confused about where to go, where you can walk, and how well you might manage, here's the explanation...