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The Périgord dish that some find hard to swallow

Salade Périgourdine is a classic Dordogne salad made with duck gizzards, foie gras and magret

Global light pollution rises but falls sharply in France, study finds

Findings highlight the impact of French street lighting policies on biodiversity, sleep and energy use

Do helicopters drop snakes? Old rumour shapes French environmental debate

Bizarre rumour first spread in 1970s

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What to do if a stray cat makes themselves at home chez vous

A vet explains what to do, from checking ownership and microchips to neutering, I-CAD registration and long-term care

How to identify mustelids in France: polecats, badgers, martens and weasels

A practical guide explaining key features, habitats and tracking signs to help spot these elusive animals

Jordan Bardella smiling in a suit at an indoor launch event

The age of French far-right leader Jordan Bardella is not the point

Readers argue that it is wrong to focus on this aspect of the far-right politician

Close-up of a four-nozzle petrol pump at a service station that dispenses B10 Diesel (yellow), B7 Diesel (orange), E85 'super ethanol' (blue) and E10 petrol (green).

Ethanol swap was great for me in France

Reader is 'chuffed to bits with the conversion'

Free house in France: couple win Creuse B&B on TV competition

Roy and Nichola Legge tell of their experience winning Channel 4's The Great B&B Challenge

Stone gate and medieval walls of Larressingle in Gers, Occitanie, beneath a blue sky.

Follow in the footsteps of famous French musketeer on new Gers cycling route

The 461 km route circles the entire department, through scenic landscapes and historic villages

How to express amazement this World Cup season

The French language really comes alive during sporting events

French football chants and songs you will hear this summer

Learn the meanings behind France’s most famous fan anthems

How to find wine in French supermarkets that is inexpensive and enjoyable

Vigneron Jonathan Hesford gives his advice on finding good value bottles and bag-in-box, plus why Lidl can offer some of France’s best budget buys

Why the French phrase ‘je vous écoute’ opens doors

President Macron recently called on a disruptive audience to listen better while attending a conference in Kenya

Artisan cheese of the month, plus a local speciality from Alsace

Pérail, the ewe’s milk cheese from Aveyron and Tarn, was granted IGP status in 2025

Mangetout: which French village rejoices in kidneys for breakfast?

Discover how Saint-Gérand-le-Puy near Vichy marks 'Bloomsday' with kidneys for breakfast in honour of James Joyce, and learn the story behind this unusual French-Irish tradition

Film recommendation: Case 137, a gripping police brutality drama

Dominik Moll’s tense film is set during the gilets jaunes protests and centres on a police brutality investigation

French warning sign by a cobbled shore with a raised walkway over the bay at low tide

Understanding French cycle signs and property lingo

The literal meanings and historical roots of some commonly used terms

A view of Macron (left), Bardella (centre) and Mélenchon (right)

The battle between old and new France is now impossible to ignore

Columnist Nabila Ramdani argues that the colonial mindset is still very strong in a country looking to the past

Edible flowers: discover the best blooms for cooking

Discover how to grow edible flowers in France, from calendula and nasturtium to elderflower, roses and saffron crocus

France’s speed cameras are infuriating – and that’s why they keep getting vandalised

Columnist Samantha David says the devices seem designed to catch drivers out

Painted portrait of a royal figure in elaborate dress holding a sword in an ornate interior.

Reinstating the French monarchy makes no sense at all

Columnist Nick Inman argues against a right-wing delusion

Historic house seen across a green lawn with yellow flowers and large trees in the foreground.

On the market: 'Our 1758 French manoir became an Opera House'

Manoir La Gozinière in Auvergne echoes to the enchanting melodies of Mozart, Verdi, Bizet and Puccini

'Roses are my passion, I love them,' says Lot gardener

Garden near Figeac is opening for charity in June with plant sales, cakes, crafts, resident peacock and a piano concert

Why this American moved from Paris to Dordogne after 30 years in France

Kate Mailfert shares what life in France is really like, from expat community and cultural life to healthcare shortages, transport challenges and learning French

Exploring a 'natural home' in the south of France

Discover a beautifully restored French farmhouse near Uzès in the Gard, filled with antique furniture, vintage finds and natural interior design inspiration

Recipe: haricot bean, lardon and apricot salad with citrus dressing

A hearty summer dish using the season's ripe apricots

'How I learnt to speak three languages – including Alsatian'

Briton Peter Brooks, 70, gives advice to others who are struggling with language-learning

Large crowd dancing in Paris with rainbow flags and a decorated float in the background.

France falls short on LGBTQ+ inclusion despite victories

France celebrates le Mois des fiertés (Pride Month) in June

Films and TV series to improve your French in June

From understanding slang-filled comedies to identifying different regional pronunciations

A little piece of Spain set in the French countryside

Why Llívia is a Spanish enclave inside France, how a 1659 treaty created it, and why road access and border rules still cause tensions today

Recipe: Ossau-Iraty, asparagus and crouton salad

A simple, spring recipe using the best French produce

Three reading recommendations: books about France in English

Enjoy these English books about France featuring Paris in 1968, a Brittany-based crime and Nazi-looted art

Saint-Gervasy: a spiritual place ideal for those drawn to art, religion and nature

The Gard village first mentioned nearly 900 years ago is set in a rugged landscape brimming with notable flora and fauna

Most French fathers now take full paternity leave

Find out who is eligible, how the rules work and what could change under planned reforms.

Woman outdoors raising her hand to refuse a glass of beer offered in the foreground

My husband hates my new teetotal lifestyle in France

A reader writes about how her decision has led to disagreement

'Bardcore' band turns modern pop hits into medieval French music

Modern minstrels Courseval perform their songs in old French

Stand-up comedian speaks into a microphone at Countdown Comedy Club stage

Tough crowd? British comedian Charlie Stevens on making Angers laugh

Comic's English-language stand-up show was the city's first

La Fête des Mères: 10 French expressions about mothers

'Mamie-gâteau', ‘mère courage’... we share some of our favourite mum-themed words and phrases

Drivers' anger is a powder keg in France

Sociologist says drivers are being pushed too far

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: a fungi to be around

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

Mosaic-tiled sewing table and chair in a colourful patterned room

Mosaic masterpiece: French home as a work of art

La Maison Picassiette is decorated inside and out

Crowds and photographers at the Cannes red carpet for 'Ismael's Ghosts' screening

France’s film industry cannot survive without the capitalist it despises

Columnist Simon Heffer considers the revolt against Vincent Bolloré

Passport being handed over an approved application with EU flag on desk

New rules are confusing for UK passport renewals in France

Reader describes excessive bureaucracy when it comes to travelling to UK as dual national

Blonde woman lying in a chamomile field wearing a blue polka-dot dress.

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Couple sitting on precipice looking over mountains

France’s top hiking routes compared: from Corsica’s GR20 to the Pyrenees' GR10

Four readers share their standout experiences

When and why do we say être ravitaillé par les corbeaux?

Crow-bar this phrase into conversation when referring to a remote location

Young girl reaching up beside a painted cityscape mural on a wall

I moved to France and became a maths teacher and professional photographer

Reader Philipa Daria shares her passion for photography

Woman in sun hat working in raised vegetable garden on a sunny day

How I created a thriving no-dig vegetable garden in France

Reader Evie Eldridge shares her tips on organic gardening

Hosting family in France can make for healthier relationships

Old grievances can be healed by sharing your time and space

Saint-Samson Cathedral in Dol-de-Bretagne framed by trees and a foreground fountain

Looking for the French National Trust? That's us!

The Fondation du patrimoine hopes to emulate the British institution

Avoid linguistic 'blind spots' with a reliable word

Add this new word to your vocabulary for use in conversations about reliability

Mature woman arguing with an unhappy young couple at a flat doorway

French neighbours turned nasty since daughter's party

'Dispute is ruining our life in France', reader says

'Wildlife is all around us': why we love living in the Côte-d’Or

British couple swapped London for Burgundy and say they have no regrets

Spoken French is harder to understand than other languages

Reader notes that French has many peculiarities

Au pif and seven more French estimation phrases

You may know the common phrase à peu près, meaning roughly, but how many of these other six similar phrases do you know?

Orange office building next to close-up of glowing fibre optic cables

Orange does not take France's fibre network seriously

Reader is not impressed with the company's service

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: a word in your shell

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

Never underestimate the importance of ‘hello’ in France

Without it you risk being categorised as a visiting holidaymaker or city type

French mayor Hittler speaks about attention to his name

Charles Hittler's re-election in Arcis-sur-Aube drew international media coverage, but also highlighted local priorities and his family history

Pellet stoves in France: are they worth it? Real user experiences compared

The stoves can prove surprisingly complex

Person looking closely at trays of miniature figurines on a market table

Do you know your fabophile from your plangonophile?

Columnist Nick Inman finds the French language provides a plethora of words for collectors

Why many newcomers understand French but struggle to speak it

French conversation coach gives her top tips for developing 'progressive fluency'

The origins and meaning of tomber des nues

This idiomatic expression has nothing to do with nudity

A legacy of history: why are there unique laws in Alsace and Lorraine?

Legal and cultural exceptions stem from historical ties with the German Empire, including differences in secularism, healthcare and holidays

Explore the new ‘Tour de Haute-Garonne’ cycle route

The scenic 665km cycle route in Occitanie features 13 stages and stunning beauty hotspots like the Canal du Midi and the Pyrénéen foothills

Flowers and punctuality do not always pay off in France

A reader shares an embarrassing tale

Updated: We should all be able to vote in France

Readers argue that their contribution to society justifies their right to take part

French cinema remains a global force – despite growing challenges

Film industry expert Mary Harrod explains why the world still has a lot to learn from French cinema

Group seated around a restaurant table with drinks and papers during a meeting

A novel idea: French writing groups offer feedback, friends and fizz

Get-togethers can be a great way for Anglophones to meet fellow writers, share work and socialise

The double meaning of brassage

Hop to it with a brewing phrase used in a sporting context

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: a noble natter

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

Three reading recommendations: books about France in English

Enjoy these English books about France, from a cozy murder mystery to a unique French language guide, perfect for Francophiles and language learners

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

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The Périgord dish that some find hard to swallow

Global light pollution rises but falls sharply in France, study finds

Do helicopters drop snakes? Old rumour shapes French environmental debate

What to do if a stray cat makes themselves at home chez vous

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Why the French phrase ‘je vous écoute’ opens doors

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Nuit blanche and other French phrases featuring the colour white

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Understanding French cycle signs and property lingo

The battle between old and new France is now impossible to ignore

Edible flowers: discover the best blooms for cooking

France’s speed cameras are infuriating – and that’s why they keep getting vandalised

Reinstating the French monarchy makes no sense at all

On the market: 'Our 1758 French manoir became an Opera House'

'Roses are my passion, I love them,' says Lot gardener

Why this American moved from Paris to Dordogne after 30 years in France

Exploring a 'natural home' in the south of France

Recipe: haricot bean, lardon and apricot salad with citrus dressing

'How I learnt to speak three languages – including Alsatian'

France falls short on LGBTQ+ inclusion despite victories

Films and TV series to improve your French in June

A little piece of Spain set in the French countryside

Recipe: Ossau-Iraty, asparagus and crouton salad

Three reading recommendations: books about France in English

Saint-Gervasy: a spiritual place ideal for those drawn to art, religion and nature

Most French fathers now take full paternity leave

My husband hates my new teetotal lifestyle in France

'Bardcore' band turns modern pop hits into medieval French music

Tough crowd? British comedian Charlie Stevens on making Angers laugh

La Fête des Mères: 10 French expressions about mothers

Drivers' anger is a powder keg in France

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: a fungi to be around

Mosaic masterpiece: French home as a work of art

France’s film industry cannot survive without the capitalist it despises

New rules are confusing for UK passport renewals in France

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

France’s top hiking routes compared: from Corsica’s GR20 to the Pyrenees' GR10

When and why do we say être ravitaillé par les corbeaux?

I moved to France and became a maths teacher and professional photographer

How I created a thriving no-dig vegetable garden in France

Hosting family in France can make for healthier relationships

Looking for the French National Trust? That's us!

Avoid linguistic 'blind spots' with a reliable word

French neighbours turned nasty since daughter's party

'Wildlife is all around us': why we love living in the Côte-d’Or

Spoken French is harder to understand than other languages

Au pif and seven more French estimation phrases

Orange does not take France's fibre network seriously

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: a word in your shell

Never underestimate the importance of ‘hello’ in France

French mayor Hittler speaks about attention to his name

Pellet stoves in France: are they worth it? Real user experiences compared

Do you know your fabophile from your plangonophile?