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Picardie

Picardie Property, Holidays & Lifestyle

Welcome to our section on Picardie.

...Or 'Picardy' as it's often called in English. With our regional information, Property Listings, Holiday Directory and hotel listings, Whether living here or on holiday in Picardie or looking to buy property in the region, FrenchEntrée provides information for all those with an interest in the Picardie region and its three departments (Somme, Aisne, and Oise).

Gastronomy

Cider, pancakes, very fresh seafood, foie gras, chantilly cream, leek tart, rissoles and pre-salé lamb (raised on the salt marshes) are the specialities of this varied regional gastronomy.

The Weather in Picardie

The weather in Picardy is much like the south of England, which it is very close to; windy, cool winters, and mild summers with a regular rainfall.

FrenchEntrée Picardie

Aisne, Oise, Somme The Region: The scenery of Picardy is dominated by intense agriculture, and the raising of livestock. With beaches in the north, and fields in the south, this mild-mannered region has lots to explore.

Picardy, one of the oldest provinces in France, is steeped in history. The battle of the Somme in WW1 made the beaches here famous in the last century, but they have featured in previous historic moments, such as William the Conquerer setting sail. The Battle of Crécy also took place in Picardy.

The picturesque village of Gerberoy in the Oise is worth a visit, along with the gothic cathedral at Amiens, and the numerous châteaux, churches and abbeys in the region.