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Your complete guide to the Pays de la Loire
Welcome 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 Property For Sale ,
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
Life in the Loire real stories . We also provide essential
Emergency Numbers.
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Find a property for sale in the Pays de la Loire
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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.
Running a business in the Pays de la Loire
Many 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.
Property for sale in Villaines la Juhel, Mayenne
Houses 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...
If you're thinking about how to get a phone line connected in the Pays de la Loire, or the best way to go on-line, or who to ask about gas or electricity supply, then we have the answers.
We have
all the information you need to get connected.
British (English) food and drink shops in Chateaubriant, Saumur and Vendee
There'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.
Cheap property in the Pays de la Loire
Please 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.
Editor's pick
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The name Loire inspires images of romantic fairytale castles. Take a tour of the Loire's famous historic buildings.
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Learn more about this popular area

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...
a great time to buy...
Exploring this popular part of France
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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.
an up-and-coming area...
Take a trip On The Wine Trail

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.
join in a toast...
Historic buildings to enjoy at the same price as chain hotels

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...
history and romance...
Writer talks about her popular guide books

NO English writer is more associated with the Vendee than Angela Bird.
With thousands of copies of her guide books sold and almost 40 years of experience living in the area, it’s no surprise the journalist has become synonymous with the region.
Remarkably, it all started thanks to a fleapit hotel in La Rochelle.
helping visitors...
Plus up to 10,000€ pa bonus and benefits

The Hoseasons Group Limited promote over 15,000 holiday properties through market leading UK brands, including French Country Cottages and Welcome Holidays and are now looking for a Business Manager to join their team in France to support their growth.
Helping you find that dream home

Taking its name from the 800-mile long river that runs through it, the Pays de la Loire covers a diverse region.
The Loire-Atlantique and Vendee have lovely harbours and sandy beaches, while inland, the Loire valley has beautiful rolling countryside, fairytale chateaux, and vineyards producing some of the best wines anywhere. The Loire is a thriving region...
a stunning part of France...
Astonishing bravery of young dad G.I.

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.
It’s name and a memorial, however, pay tribute to the astonishingly brave act of a North Carolina farm boy that is remembered to this day.
emotional journey for wife...
Teachers hope new enterprise will be class act

Millions of visitors are drawn to France every year by its many attractions, but learning maths isn’t normally one of them.
One English couple are, however, about to change that...
high standard of tuition...
Therapy workshops in the Pays de la Loire
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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.
the way to de-stress...
Language no barrier for music fan Mark

Former train driver Mark Keyton now works on different kinds of tracks as a DJ on French radio. Mark isn’t sure if any other native English speakers are broadcasting in French, but he maybe the only one in the country...
an appetite for music...
D-I-Y in the Loire

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.
nailing it the first time...
Helpful hints

Renting a property instead of buying may seem like a waste of money, but it could turn out to be a shrewd investment.
money wise...
Controversial crop produced for industry
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Some months ago I noticed with a little more than passing interest some curious plants with serrated leaves that began to sprout in a field not a million miles from where we live.
keeping location secret...
Cancer survivor now works to help others in France

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.
To make matters even worse, Diane’s brief and shocking experience at the hands of the NHS also resulted in her contracting MRSA in its filthy wards.
Herceptin not rationed in France...
Essential flight, rail and road information

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 ...
Distance is no object...
Meet David Hardy

Siddalls advisers in France 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.
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