Chris Slade describes the son et lumiere presentation at the abbey of Bon Repos called "Le Pays de Conomor" in Brittany, which takes place during the first two weeks of August.
Can anyone buy a metal detector in France and go detecting wherever they like? You can if you’re on a beach, but in other areas you are likely to need a licence for metal detecting in France
The French celebrate the ending of the second World War ni France every year on 8th May. Le Jour de la Liberation is a public holiday in France.
Bastille Day is celebrated in France on 14th July every year and commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789 by the citizens of France.
What is Bastille Day and why does France celebrate on 14th July?
On 1st July 2012, a law was introduced in France: all drivers had to carry a breath test kit in their car. Find out why and if or how that law was implemented. Read more about the driving requirements in France.
The Summer holidays are nearing the end in France and everyone is preparing for “La Rentrée des Classes”. On September 2nd, every school in France will officially re-open its doors for the new school year.
Kouign-amann is a beautiful, buttery, traditional Breton cake. During the current lockdown, unable to travel to Brittany, we have found an alternative: the British lardy cake. Read on.
Make sure there is a clear and obvious way for people to get in touch with you wherever they are on your website. Failure to do so could result in lots of potential bookings finding their way to somebody elses website.
Find out how important it is to be easily contactable and how to fix it
What’s in a name, Simon asks? His Brittany property has two names – the original, official Breton name, and the slightly changed name chosen by the previous owner of the property.
Learn a little about Breton property names and why they change over time
Has your French commune adopted the tourism tax yet? The commune of La Gacilly in Brittany has and Nicola is not sure it will work – or is fair…
Find out about Tourism Tax in France and let us know if you think it is a fair and practical tax
If you could live anywhere in France, where would it be? See our readers’ favourite places and vote for yours!
Can you light a fire outdoors in France to burn your garden waste? Maybe – but it’s best to check first with your local Mairie or fire service to make sure you don’t get a fine.
Since yesterday, 4th January 2012, the fine for using a mobile phone while driving in France is €135.
It was €35 before. The fine has to be paid on the spot!
If you hold a French driving licence you will loose 3 penalty points.
You have been warned!
