Renesting in France Seminar 2019: Topics and Speakers
The Renesting in France seminar 2019 will take place on the 6th April in Montpellier. This popular event is a unique opportunity for English-speakers to consult with experts on a wide range of topics related to moving-to or living in France. In addition to...
Where Will You Renest in France? Time to Take a Tour!
There is a reason why our wonderful region is called the ‘real South of France’. Here we have all the character, history and beauty for which neighboring Provence is admired, but with lower cost of living and real estate prices, due to its...
Renesting in France Seminar 2018: Topics and Speakers
The first Renesting in France seminar will take place on the 23rd of this month in Montpellier. We are busy finalizing plans to ensure the day will be packed with useful information and provide answers to all your questions about life in France. The event is a unique...
Christmas with the Santons – A Southern France Tradition
I just bought some famous “santons” as gifts, so I thought it would be nice to re-publish Chris and Alison Walley’s article from 2015 about this French tradition. The couple are enjoying an active retirement in a small village in the Var department...
Foraging, Fungi and Pharmacies
Autumn has arrived and it’s time to switch from summer salads to warming stews. The grape harvest is complete and the French countryside is turning to stunning shades of gold and brown. For many, the colours alone make this the most beautiful time of year, and it’s also a season when when people in rural France get very excited about ‘mushroom picking’ – it’s practically a national pastime and can be a serious (and occasionally competitive) business.
The French do la Féria
Upon arrival, the ambiance immediately takes you in – garlands of multicolored flags (les fanions), lights in the trees and the warm summer air filled with laughter and the music of the bandas. These traditional brass bands (fanfares in French), often decked out...
Meet the Santons – A French Traditional Nativity Scene
For this week’s post we are featuring an article written by Chris and Alison Walley about the French tradition of “santons” or nativity scenes. The couple are enjoying an active retirement in a small village in the Var department of Provence, but...
Understanding Regional Elections in France
On Sunday December 6th, France entered its first round of elections to select a regional government for a five-year term. This is the first time that France is voting to elect governments of the thirteen newly formed regions. This article provides an overview to...
Les Grandes Vacances! Summer Vacation in France
As June winds down, all of France is abuzz as we prepare for the summer vacation. The French do take their holidays seriously, and when in France… In fact, Renestance has organised several interesting activities this summer to help you discover the wonders of...Online Survey
