Gentle gers

Discover gastronomy, markets, festivals and a slower pace of life in Gascony’s heartland. Victoria Garnham explains why and how the Gers embodies authentic French living

The Hautes-Pyrénées and Pau area is riding high with French property buyers, whether as permanent homes or holiday houses, and here’s why, says Nadia Jordan

If the name of this picturesque corner of southwest France conjures up the rustic ‘black wines’ of tradition, then look again: times have been changing, and wine styles with them, in the homeland of Malbec

French property dreams

If you want to enjoy outdoor activities year round in France, head for the hills – Carolyn Reynier looks at three middle-mountain villages ideal for all seasons

Floating above the clouds, Cordes-sur-Ciel is romantic, historic and remarkably liveable, offering more than just picture-postcard good looks – this could be the place your heart and head agree on, says Saskia Vlaskamp