Travelling on the left was actually made official in 1300 AD, when Pope Boniface VIII decreed that pilgrims to Rome should keep left.
Can you find the English equivalent of these ‘faux amis’?
A complémentaire santé (or mutuelle, the old fashioned way of saying the same thing) is a policy which reimburses medical costs not covered by the Social Security.
Check out this private auction site where you can buy or sell online
Wonderful walk with views of Le Massif de Canigou and its summit and very interesting industrial remains at Les Mines de Salver, near Taurinya.
Ille sur Têt was an important religious centre in Medieval times.
Notaire’s fees are payable on all property purchases in France. What are they and how can you work out how much they will be?
Using proverbs in your French conversation won’t necessarily make you sound like a native but they’re good to know and can be useful.
Elne, ancient capital of Roussillon, its stones steeped in 2,500 years of history, is an inspiring and fascinating town
Whether new to the region, or long time residents, there are several international organisations in the P-O providing links between nationalities. They help people to settle in, reply to questions and problems, and offer new skills and interests within a social, supportive environment.