Limousin is arguably one of the last areas of "real France"
largely untouched by mass investment in infrastructure and
tourism. If you enjoy the serenity of the countryside and
outdoor life in general then this region could be just what
you're looking for. The price of property here is also very
reasonable with a 2 bedroom house with a garden starting
from just £60,000.
Location:
Limousin is situated in central France bordering the
regions of Centre, Auvergne, Midi-Pyrenees, Aquitaine &
Poitou-Charentes. It comprises the departments of Correze,
Haute-Vienne & La Creuse and sits 350km south of Paris. Its
main airport is at Limoges but a new airport is about to
open in Brive-la-Gaillard operated by some low-cost
airlines.
Attractions:
This rural area offers a multitude of attractions but is
most famous for its multitude of lakes and rivers which
supports many water activities including fishing, swimming,
sailing, windsurfing and kayaking or simply relaxing on one
of the sandy lake beaches. Other outdoor activities in
Limousin include pony-trekking, walking and golf on one of
its many good value courses.
Dotted around the region are thousands of traditional
French villages with authentic architecture, cafes,
restaurants and parks which are far less affected by
tourism than many other regions. In these villages you will
find extremely good value stone-built cottages and
farmhouses and friendly neighbours. However you cannot
expect the local people to speak English to you so you will
need to brush up on your French if you wish to integrate
yourself into the community and fully take advantage of the
area.
Places of Interest: Limousin holds many places of interest
too which include its numerous chateaux such as Chateaux de
Boussac and Chateau de Chalus and its museums like the
"Moulin du Got"; one of last remnants of the flourishing
paper making industry in the area. There are a number of
wildlife parks including "Les Loupes de Chabrières
in Gueret", Parc de Reynou near Limoges and the Aquarium in
Limoges itself. If you prefer to get more up close and
personal with nature then a visit to the Creuse department
is worthwhile. Covered in large swathes of Forest of Oak,
Pine & Chestnut, criss-crossed with many streams and lakes
this department offers great mountain-biking and walking
territory where you can see and hear much of the local
wildlife and take in the beautiful surroundings.
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Nick Dowlatshahi is the Managing Director of Leapfrog
Properties who are a property agency specilaising in
helping the British & Irish buy property in France. Visit
http://www.leapfrog-properties.com to see our vast
selection of French property
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