Did you know that church bells ring out everyday throughout France – apart from Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday?
Here in the Mediterranean south of Europe, celebrations start sooner, as the may trees or hawthorns are already bursting into bloom in April.
If you advertise your property to rent on the internet, always keep an eye out for scams from potential ‘rentees’ A typical one is as follows.
Bad (and rude!) joke but good for your French – don’t read if you’re of a prim and proper disposition, otherwise, enjoy the ride 😉
10 Pin bowling, A’Mature chefs, Birdwatching , Language learning, Yoga, pilates and Zumba, walks, rides and so much more……come and join us
Risks to the environment
Every year in France more than 1,5 million de vehicles are scrapped. A VHU (véhicule hors d’usage) can pollute both ground and water, due to the various liquids.
Summer traffic is expected to be heavy this year, with several RED days (circulation très difficile) and BLACK days. (Circulation extrêmement difficile).
A delightful circular walk of approximately 1h 20mins with good paths and short ascents and descents inland from Port Vendres.
A useful site to help with understanding French rules and regulations is the English language section of the Notaires de France website.
From March 18th, 2025, all holders of the the credit card-format identity card (CNIe) can register their carte Vitale on their phone.