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Provence Property, Holidays and Lifestyle
Welcome to FrenchEntrée Provence! We are here to help make life in Provence easy. This website was created to serve as a comprehensive source of information on the beautiful region of Provence.
So, whether you're looking for
holidays in Provence,
Provençal property for sale,
property trends, or information about leisure,
food and drink,
schools and families, and attractions and activities in the area, you have come to the right place.
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Market Days in Provence
Find a Market in Provence near you
Wines of Provence
To find a fine wine to accompany these specialites, visit our Wine Section!
Cote d'Azur Property
The Cote d'Azur is one of the prime locations in France to buy property with its location on the South coast of France. On the Cote d'Azur you can buy luxury apartments and luxury villas and here at FrenchEntrée we have listed some city searches to enable you to find property for sale in the cities and towns located on the Cote d'Azur.
Cannes Property
Monaco Property
Nice Property
Fréjus Property
Menton Property
Antibes Property
St Tropez Property
Mougins Property
Editor's pick

Marseille is a melting pot of cultures from around the world. With over one million inhabitants, it is France's second largest city.
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Few places in France boast such a rich artistic heritage as Provence, which has long provided a stunning backdrop to the work of great painters. For Justin Postlethwaite, the art angle is just one of many good reasons to head south
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Sue Aitken owns a flat in Sanary-sur-Mer, a town in Provence that she discovered as a student. Here Sue tells FrenchEntrée how the town has managed to retain its charm over the years and why she decided to buy the first property she saw.
Provence Property – Best Buys

Hilltop villages, historic towns, lavender fields and famous wine producing vineyards - splendid scenery, a Mediterranean climate and proximity to the dazzling Côte d’Azur make Provence one of the most desirable places to retire, relocate or own a holiday-home in France.
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Travelling to Provence

What's the best way to get to Provence - car, train, plane? Here's a guide to airlines, ferry and train companies to help you decide what best suits you.
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Your Financial Adviser in Provence

Victoria Lewis is a Partner with The Spectrum IFA Group and is on hand to give you friendly, professional and independent financial advice. Victoria has 20 years experience in financial services and for the past 10 years has specialized in addressing the unique financial planning needs of expatriates and non-residents.
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Provence - Things to do in the region
All you need to know

You don't need to be short of something to do in Provence, whether it's exploring the region on two wheels or horseback, sailing the coast or walking in the mountains or salt marshes of the Camargue. Here's a guide to help you choose.
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Simon Eveleigh - Siddalls Adviser in France
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Siddalls advisers in France are provide support and up-to-date information on issues that may affect your finances when becoming a French resident. They are able to explain and identify problems in a language you understand, identifying any problem areas that need to be addressed and suggesting personalised solutions. Simon Eveleigh is the Regional Manager for Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur.
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There are at least six good reasons to invest NOW in Provence. The first is for purely economic reasons: prices are still under market value. The five other reasons include our senses.
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A favorite recipe for mussels
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When I head for Les Halles without a specific menu in mind, I often find I am influenced by the weather outside. This morning it was very overcast in Avignon, so when I went past my fishmonger, the tiny little
moules looked just perfect.
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The cocktail drinker's guide to gardening

Born in Hampshire, England, James Clay is an artist, sculptor and landscape gardener. He lived all over the world before settling in St. Rémy. In this entertaining series of articles, James shares his 15 years of gardening experience (and somewhat more of cocktail drinking) in Olives and Martinis!
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Camargue bird sanctuary in Provence

Find out more about birds at the Parc Ornithologique de Pond de Gau, the Camargue's bird sanctuary, near Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. Here you can stroll along 7 km of pathways that lead you into marshes where you will observe different bird species in both their natural environment and in large birdcages...
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Olive Oil Production in Provence
A Mediterranean Staple

There would be no Mediterranean cuisine without olive oil. It was used on the island of Crete in 2500AD and to this day it is an integral part of any Mediterranean meal.
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The A.O.C Wines of Provence
Ten official appellations

Vines existed in Provence before the Greeks arrived in 600BC; however it was the Greeks, followed by the Romans, who introduced systematic growing and pruning. The region has a classic Mediterranean climate.
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Bespoke Luxury Services 3 Valleys

We provide the following services in and around Meribel, Courchevel and beyond. Property Management, Chalet Recruitment, Concierge Services, Chalet Operations and Consultancy.
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Enjoying Nature at Cap d'Agde

For those with a love of flora and fauna generally, there’s plenty to look forward to during your holiday in Le Cap d’Agde.
Find out more here.
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We are keen to hear from people living in this region to contribute to FrenchEntrée. If you have any great ideas or would like to find out more, please get in touch.
French Insurance in English

All your Insurance requirements from an Independent Broker. Health, Cars, Property, Marine, Commercial, etc.
Get a quote from Asttral.
Looking for a dream property?
Perhaps now is the time to contact a professional property finder and let them do all the leg work, saving you time and money. Contact us today to discuss how we could find your dream
Provence Property.
Health Insurance for Expatriates
Amariz Limited offers health insurance for expatriates living in France with a choice of 100%, hospitalisation and top-up cover. Visit our website for further details
Fed up of high UK taxation?

Tax planning is essential if you are to avoid paying on to Caesar more than is due to him. Blevins Franks mini-site
explains more.
Free Currency Quote
Looking to purchase a property in France? Need to make regular money transfers? Fill in our currency form for a Free Quote.
A Piece of the Côte d’Azur
The French Riviera has it all: beautiful beaches, stunning mountains, cosmopolitan towns and tranquil villages. Specialising in and around Nice. Côte Abode property finders is dedicated to finding your perfect property, saving you time and money.
French mortgage best buy tables
Keep 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.