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 5th July 2009
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Your complete guide to the Pays de la LoireWelcome to FrenchEntrée Pays de la Loire, your online guide to holidays , property , and life in the Loire Valley. The Pays de la Loire region is in the northwest of France, encompassing the departments of the Vendee (85), Loire Atlantique (44), Maine et Loire (49), Mayenne (53), and Sarthe (72).The highlights of our site include: Loire Property For Sale , On The Wine Trail , The Chateau File , Loire Holiday Rentals , What’s On guide of events, a Beach Guide , Directory of English-speaking businesses , Loire Food & Drink , Loire Tourist Offices , Life in the Loire real stories , and the Loire Discussion Forum . We also provide essential Emergency Numbers . We’re David and Gwen and we edit and manage FrenchEntrée Pays de la Loire. We live in the area and are constantly updating and adding to the site, making it as comprehensive as possible. If you have any suggestions or questions, please feel free to contact us. And, we’re always looking for interesting stories of expats who have moved to our area, or events and businesses of interest to expats, so drop us an email! Contact FrenchEntrée Loire  Find a property for sale in the Pays de la LoirePlease visit Pays de la Loire property for sale to find a new home in this beautiful part of France.You can also choose to search Mayenne property for sale and Vendee property for sale . Flights to the Pays de la Loire Visit the FrenchEntrée Flights to the Pays de la Loire map to view the airlines flying from the UK airports to France. Holiday accommodation and gite rental in the Vendee, Mayenne, Chateaubriant and SaumurDetailed information to help you find your perfect holiday destination in the Pays de la Loire. Click here.Running a business in the Pays de la LoireMany people dream of moving to France and working for themselves. Read how a father and son realised their ambition and opened a bar in the Pays de la Loire.
Education in the MayenneSchool information listed per town in the Mayenne (north east). Essential details for every parent.Property for sale in Sainte Suzanne, MayenneHouses for sale and other property for sale in Argentre, Bais, Champgeneteux, Chantrigne, Couptrain, Evron, La Chapelle Rainsouin, Lassay les Chateaux, Louverne, Montsurs, Neuilly le Vendin, Pre-en-Pail, Sainte Gemmes le Robert, Sainte Suzanne and Villaines la Juhel. schools, shops, cinemas, more...Property, schools, shops and more info on the Vendee (south-east)Essential housebuyer's guide to Bazoges En Pareds, Benet, La Caillere St Hilaire, Chaille les Marais, La Chataigneraie, Fontenay le Comte, Foussais Payre, L’Hermenault, Maillezais, Mouilleron en Pareds, St Hilaire des Loges, Ste Hermine and Vouvant.We're connecting you... We have all the information you need to get connected. British (English) food and drink shops in Chateaubriant, Saumur and VendeeThere's no need to cross the Channel to fill up on your favourite foods from the UK. You can find anything from HP Sauce to freshly baked scones right here.Frenchentree Loire has been shopping and here are our top tips for PG Tips in the Pays de la Loire. Vendee schools (south east)Detailed guide to education for school-age children in the Vendee (south east).Cheap property in the Pays de la LoirePlease visit our cheap property in the Pays de la Loire section if you're looking for a bargain buy in this fabulous part of France.Finding that dream home in the Pays de la LoireIf you're hoping to find the ideal property to suit your needs in the Pays de la Loire then you've certainly found the right place to look. We have gathered information from selected estage agents in the region in our comprehensive search section . You are sure to find something of interest with FrenchEntrée Loire.Don't forget our Property Guide for further information on buying a home in this wonderful part of France. You will also find lots of essential information throughout our site to help you every step of the way. Property for sale in Vouvant, VendeeHouses for sale and other property for sale in Bazoges En Pareds, Benet, La Caillere St Hilaire, Chaille les Marais, La Chataigneraie, Fontenay le Comte, Foussais Payre, L’Hermenault, Maillezais, Mouilleron en Pareds, St Hilaire des Loges, Ste Hermine and Vouvant. |
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  Works of art exhibition
 Enjoy works from the Kaleidoscope group of artists at L'espace des Arts in Lassay les Chateaux, 53, on September 26th and 27th from 10am to 6pm each day. Refreshments available.. Pays de la Loire forum and free classifieds
Visit the Pays de la Loire Discussion Forum from FrenchEntrée and our sister website TotalFrance..jpg){kind=small} There are lots of messages about the region and you can advertise items for sale or wanted for free - even include a picture AT NO EXTRA COST. Plus, your ad will also be seen by people in neighbouring regions, increasing the chance of a successful response.
 Frozen foods direct from the UK to the Loire
 British-made curries, pies and cakes imported direct from the UK now available in the Pays de la Loire and throughout France. Vegetarian and vegan dishes also on the menu. Click here for details.
Vendeepools provide peace of mind
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English-speaking builders in the Vendee
Click here for specialists in Vendee construction, restoration, roofing, electrics, fosse septique, plumbing, landscaping and more.
Save a fortune on Euros If you need advice or a Euro currency exchange quote, make a no obligation enquiry to Moneycorp, FrenchEntrée's Currency PartnerBGF - a building company you can rely on
 BGF Chateaubriant covers departments 44, 35, 49 and 53 - Rennes, Nantes, Laval, Redon and Angers. Complete or part renovations, no job is too big or too small, planning permission, general building, septic tank installations, roofing, dry-lining, sandblasting, plastering,rendering, pointing and more....
 English mechanic in the Mayenne
Fully qualified and experienced English mechanic in the Mayenne Department. Vehicle repairs and servicing and vehicles bought and sold. Phone David Wright on 06 37 32 08 39 or email here .
Traditional Sunday lunch in Fontevraud
Visit Chez Teresa to enjoy Sunday lunch with a choice of chicken roast and roast potatoes and Yorkshire puds, veg and gravy, or baked salmon with vegetables and a vegetarian option. A delicious choice of starters and desserts also available. Please book at least 24 hours in advance. Click here for website .
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Detailed guide to education for school-age children in the Mayenne (north east).
 Education in the Vendee
School information listed per town in the Vendee (south east). Essential details for every parent.
Holiday accommodation and gite rental in the Vendee, Mayenne, Chateaubriant and Saumur
 Detailed information to help you find your perfect holiday destination in the Pays de la Loire. Click here.
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Search FrenchEntréePays de la Loire property for saleIf you are thinking of owning a home in this part of France, please visit Pays de la Loire Property for Sale.Pays de la Loire Property GuideFor essential information on living in this beautiful area, please visit our Pays de la Loire Property Guide. |
At a time when saving our health and saving the planet is always news, participating in a cycling holiday has the ability to make you feel quite smug – a great holiday all under your own steam...
The south-east of the Vendee has been a popular destination for house-hunters and the good news is that terrific properties are still available - but don’t wait too long....jpg)
The name Loire inspires images of romantic fairytale castles, stories of the Plantagenets and the Medicis and royal intrigue, and lush green valleys and vineyards surrounding the rivers of the area.
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The Mayenne Department (county) offers some of the most attractive properties in France at prices often well below the national average. From renovation projects at under €30,000 to the cheapest chateaux in the country, you’ll find them all here.
Producer/Director/Author Christopher Strong shares the human, scenic, cultural, culinary, and historic ‘treasures’ discovered during the filming of his TV series “Bicycle Gourmet's Treasures of France.” Here he visits Nicholas Joly at the Coulee de Serrant near Angers and learns about Biodynamics and wine making...
Many people dream of staying in a French chateau. Now, that dream could become a reality. Surprisingly, you won’t need a king’s ransom to holiday in a royal palace. Prices vary per property, but they start at...
NO English writer is more associated with the Vendee than Angela Bird.
Taking its name from the 800-mile long river that runs through it, the Pays de la Loire covers a diverse region.
Visitors to the Pays de la Loire can benefit from an extensive network of Tourist Information Offices.
Most people cross a bridge in a Loire town with no idea how a young American soldier gave his life to save the structure during a vicious battle in World War II.
Millions of visitors are drawn to France every year by its many attractions, but learning maths isn’t normally one of them.
Nowhere in the world can match the variety and quality of the Loire Valley’s white, red, rose, sparkling, sweet, and dry wines. You can taste wines of every colour and flavour, with unforgettable fragrances that reflect the region’s unique soil.
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Women and couples will soon have the opportunity to take part in a series of therapeutic retreats being offered in the Mayenne countryside. 
An airport delay lasting 40 years is finally over and promises to be good news for people travelling to and from the Loire..jpg)
From the gardens of the magnificent Loire chateaux to the largest Japanese garden in Europe to nature reserves, there's a variety of green spaces for every taste...
When a woman jumped into a taxi in London and asked to be taken to the Vendee, you’d expect the driver to be surprised.
Renovating a house in the Pays de la Loire, from building methods to products used, can often be very different from renovating in the UK. However, a few things, like delays, seem to be universal to builders everywhere.
Renting a property instead of buying may seem like a waste of money, but it could turn out to be a shrewd investment.
When Brian Davies and his wife Pam, came to live in retirement in the Vendée in 2001, he had no thoughts of becoming an ordained priest.
When Diane Bushell arrived at a London hospital she was told she had wind when she was actually suffering from a burst ovary which later turned out to be cancerous.
You can choose from a great range of options when deciding how to reach the Pays de la Loire. Direct flights operate from throughout the UK and Ireland whilst Eurostar will ...
The best way to enjoy the glorious French sunshine is to have your own swimming pool.
Save money and time and avoid an awful lot of stress during a renovation project and call upon a professional project manager. That’s the message from the many satisfied clients of David ...
An English couple are offering top quality beds and mattresses imported from Britain at their shop in the Mayenne.