Removals to France - Why France is a Popular Place to Move to

France is the most popular European destination to move to, so if you are considering removals to France, you will be joining the many thousands of expats who have already chosen to settle here.

In 2010, around 18,000 British people chose to settle in France, opting for the better weather, a healthier lifestyle and considering it a great place to raise a family. Hamiltons offer high quality international removals including removals to France and have 20 years experience in the industry.

Hamiltons know that moving abroad can feel like a challenging or difficult time, so our aim is to make sure that the entire process from start to finish for removals to France runs smoothly for you. We are British Association of Removers (BAR) registered, so you know you are in good hands, as we comply with their strict guidelines to give you the best possible service for removals to France.

If you would like to find out more about removals to France, please feel free to contact our experienced removals team.

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Here we shall look at why France is a popular destination for expats and the benefits the country has to offer.

Ten Reasons Why France is A Popular Destination to Relocate To from the UK

1. Job - The number one reason for moving abroad is as part of a job move. Among some of the jobs people take up in France include building and decorating, teaching, tourism, finance, IT, and running their own business. A recent study by the INSEE, the French statistical office, show that the most popular French department for the British to settle in is Paris and 20,500 UK residents have bought property within or near the city. The second most popular place for British people to live is Dordogne, followed by Alpes-Maritime and Charente.

2. Weather - The weather is a huge draw for British people who want to settle abroad. Southern France, such as Nice on the Côte d’Azur, for example, enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, so it is easy to see why British people are so keen to settle here. North and northwest France has a similar climate to Britain with changeable weather. Central and eastern France, such as Paris, enjoys a continental climate with warmer summers and colder winters than in the west of the country.

3. Property - Property wise, you can get more for your money in some parts of the country, although other areas are hugely expensive, such as Paris. Some people also like the idea of buying a château or farm and to do it up, either for their own use or to create a holiday rental business. Some properties for sale also have the added bonus of extras that you wouldn’t necessarily get for the same money back in the UK such as large, secluded gardens or a swimming pool.

4. Lifestyle - While many people move overseas for a job move, others decide to uproot to create a better life for themselves and their family. It may be that you want to start a business in France, such as a bed and breakfast, or run a villa rental, or work in the yachting industry. Some may also want to live on a small farm and enjoy a sustainable life-style, such as keeping your own livestock or growing your own vegetables.

5. Language - A move to France is also attractive because, while you may (or may not) be fluent in the language, many British people who relocate here have at least some knowledge of the language. Even if this is just a basic grasp of French to O’Level or GCSE standard, it all helps towards integration and the basics will also help with your day to day activities such as buying items from shops, asking for directions or reading signs and information.

6. Romance - Another reason why people move overseas is because they have met their partner either in the UK, on holiday, or while working abroad and have chosen to build their future life together in France.  It may be they have chosen to settle in France to be closer to their partner’s family and the UK national is happy to make that compromise, rather than maintain a long-distance relationship.

7. Close to Home - In comparison to other European destinations a move to France is much closer to home. It is not that far to go to pop back home and see friends and family. You can get from Paris to London, for instance, via the Channel Tunnel in just 2 hours and 15 minutes.

8. Retirement - Retirees may decide to move to France take up a new life-style in what they feel is a safe and healthier environment with a better climate than the UK. The country also has an excellent healthcare system to benefit from.

9. Scenery - France benefits from varied and breathtaking scenery: from dramatic mountainous regions (such as the Alps in the east) to the glamorous coastal areas such as the Côte d’Azur. You can also find rolling countryside, acres of forests (which cover as much as a quarter of the country) and picturesque rivers such as the Loire, Rhone, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne.

10. Food and Wine - For lovers of fine food and wine, a move to France will put you in heaven! From the wonderful restaurants to food festivals, food markets and wine straight from the local vineyard - there is much to stimulate the senses in France!

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