Why choose a rural property in France?
France is the most visited country in the world and one of the most chosen to live in outside one's home country. Its combination of history, gastronomy, landscape, infrastructure and quality of life makes it a first-class destination for those seeking a home or a real estate investment in Europe. These are some of the reasons why more and more people choose a rural property in France:
- An unrivalled architectural heritage. France has one of the richest architectural heritages in the world: medieval castles, Renaissance palaces, manoirs, stone farmhouses, historic buildings and traditional constructions that reflect centuries of history and culture. Properties that exist with this density and diversity in very few countries in the world, and that represent a unique opportunity for those who value architecture and heritage.
- An extraordinary diversity of landscapes and regions. From the coasts of Brittany and Normandy to the vineyards of Bordeaux, from the lavender fields of Provence to the Loire Valley, the Pyrenees or the Dordogne. France offers a variety of rural settings that is hard to find in a single country, each with its own character, gastronomy and traditions.
- World-class gastronomy and culture. Living in rural France means having direct access to one of the most celebrated food cultures in the world: denomination of origin wines, artisan cheeses, weekly markets with local produce and a culinary tradition that is part of the national identity. Add to this a cultural, artistic and heritage offering that extends well beyond Paris and reaches every corner of the country.
- Quality of life and ease for foreign buyers. France offers a healthcare and education system that is a benchmark in Europe, a very complete transport infrastructure network — with high-speed trains connecting the countryside to the main cities in no time — and a stable, transparent legal framework for the purchase of properties by foreigners, with no restrictions of any kind.
- A rural property market with lasting value. Rural properties in France have historically maintained their value over time. International demand for properties in the French countryside is constant and diversified, and legislation limiting construction in many rural areas ensures that the supply of properties with genuine character is increasingly scarce. A market that combines stability, appreciation potential and tax incentives for certain types of investment.
