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6610810460 Hidden France: PézenasVisit the medieval pickled-in-thepast village with a rich history.66 France a la modeFind out how France became theworld’s fashion capital.72 Les plus beaux villagesDiscover what makes a villageofficially “one of the mostbeautiful in France”.78 Pic du MidiA stunning star-gazing break inthe Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie.84 Quirky MuseumsThree of France’s most unusual,eccentric and outright quirkymuseums.88 Paris ImpressionistsImmerse yourself in the richinventory left by the impressionistsin and around Paris.94 Nuts about DordogneIf you have a taste for history – theDordogne Valley with its ancienttowns and foodie vibes will satisfyyour soul.100 Arc 1950 – Alpine ParadiseThe great outdoors in theFrench Alps.104 Spring seasonsVisit Versailles, tour Tours and becaptivated by Camon, a hiddengem in Ariège.108 Béziers, OccitanieDiscover France’s oldest city andwander through Roman remains.114 The canal du MidiThe 240km canal linking Toulouseto the Mediterranean has anextraordinary history.PHOTO SPECIALS116 France CalendarSpring in France – a time ofblossom, blue skies and roses.124145116REGULARS118 What’s NewAll the news and events you needfor your next trip to France.150 Last wordLife in a rural French community –the signs of spring in a village in themiddle of nowhere.GUIDES122 Second home and gitemaintenance tipsMeet Les Bons Voisins – the goodneighbours.124 Spotlight on LimousinGlorious unspoiled countryside andpicturesque villages galore.128 GirondeWarm weather, local wines, greeneryand coastlines: the Gironde has it all.134 The Good Life in FranceRolling countryside, a peacefullifestyle and attractive land pricesare tempting a steady flow ofBritish farmers to France.140 The French Property Show, UKFor anyone planning to buy aproperty in, or move to France, thisshow is an absolute must.142 Finance tips for expats in FranceWhy planning your long-termfinances when moving to Franceshould be top of your list.BON APPÉTIT145 Fresh fruit tartletsSold in every patisserie in France,here’s how to make them at home!146 Chicken in a potA classic French dish said to havebeen “invented” in the 1500’s!148 Spiced confit of lambThe perfect French ‘wow’ spring dish.4 Subscribe to The Good LifeFrance MagazineEverything you want to know aboutFrance and more – subscription istotally free.6 | The Good Life France The Good Life France | 7