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Property by French Departments

France is divided up into Regions and then sub-divided into Departements or Departments. For example, Languedoc-Roussillon is a region of France. The Languedoc-Roussillon is divided into 5 Departments - Pyrenees-Orientales, Aude, Herault, Lozere and Gard.

The départements (or departments) are administrative units of France and many former French colonies, and are roughly analogous to English counties. The départements are further subdivided into 342 arrondissements.

Choosing a Property by Department

You can select properties from a particular French Department by choosing the Department from the drop-down select box on the left or click on region or department links below.

No.	Department	Region	Description
1	Ain	Rhone-Alpes	Close to Italy on the Swiss border, Ain is one of the most strikingly diverse of the French rural departments. Loved by walkers due to its beautiful terrain, the department is also a agricultural centre.
2	Aisne	Picardy	Similar to an English climate, the agriculture again dominates the activities in Aisne - especially cereal crops.
3	Allier	Auvergne	Named after the river Allier which flows into the River Loire. The most productive agricultural area of the Auvergne - also some wine production in Allier.
4	Alpes de Haute Provence	PACA*	Mountain region with peaks over 2500m, very dry and arid. You will find lavender-filled plains with snow-capped mountains and deep gorges in the Alpes de Haute Provence.
6	Alpes Maritimes	PACA	Alpes Maritimes has a famous coastline and is the playground of the rich & famous. Situated on the Mediterranean sea, with the well known chic towns of Cannes, Nice, Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, Antibes and Monaco.
7	Ardèche	Rhone-Alpes	The rivers and gorges have made the Ardeche famous to all canoe and kayak fans. Spectacular countryside to enjoy.
8	Ardennes	Champagne-Ardenne	On the Belgium frontier with heavily forested landscapes, & the river Meuse, the Ardennes is a very interesting area. Cheap property!
9	Ariège	Midi-Pyrenees	The Pyrenees mountains climb high to the south to reach the Spanish border. Cheap property and fabulous views in the Ariege.
10	Aube	Champagne-Ardenne	To the south east of Paris and named after the river Aube which flows into the Seine. Parisian week-end retreat!
11	Aude	Languedoc-Roussillon	In south France on the Mediterranean coast; the centre of the Cathar world. Carcassonne is the capital of Aude with its World Heritage Fortifications. An area with rich historical importance, located between the sea and mountains.
12	Aveyron	Midi-Pyrenees	Located inland of south west of France - Averyron is very attractive with its rugged landscapes.
67	Bas Rhin	Alsace	The most eastern part of France, with a frontier with Germany & bordered by the river Rhine. Strasbourg is the capital and also a very important French City; the European parliament is located here in the Alsace.
13	Bouches du Rhône	PACA	With one of the most important ports (Marseille) in Europe, the historical importance of the Bouches du Rhone area has created a rich mixture of cultures and traditions. Good all year around weather.
14	Calvados	Lower Normandy	Situated in the north west of France. Famous for D-Day landing beaches during the Second World War. Famous for the fine Calvados liqueur and Cider made from local apples.
15	Cantal	Auvergne	Famous for its cheese, the Cantal is also a very picturesque area. Cheaper property too!
16	Charente	Poitou-Charentes	In western France with lovely country side, with many rivers, old mills and small villages. Good climate in the Charente.
17	Charente Maritime	Poitou-Charentes	Charente Maritime is situated in south west France and facing onto the Atlantic ocean, the port of La Rochelle is a major landmark. Sandy beaches down to the Gironde estuary.
18	Cher	Centre	This is the physical centre of France and named after the river Cher lined with many Chateaux. The department used to known as Berry. The main city of Bourges has an annual musical festival.
19	Corrèze	Limousin	Towards the south and west of France, this landlocked department is in the heart of the Massif Central. Correze is a rural and agricultural area.
21	Cote d'Or	Burgundy	The "Golden Hills" of Cote d'Or - This department is rich in history and culture. The main Burgundy wines are to be found here between Dijon and Beaune.
22	Cotes d'Armor	Brittany	The Cotes d'Armor looks towards SW England and the English channel. Coastline similar to Cornwall.
23	Creuse	Limousin	Named after the river Creuse which flows into the Loire, the Creuse leaves steep sided valleys and villages perched on hill tops.
79	Deux Sèvres	Poitou-Charentes	Located towards the west of France, inland from the Atlantic. Deux Sevres is rather flat but dotted with some lovely villages.
24	Dordogne	Aquitaine	In the south west of France, department is crossed by the river Dordogne which flows into the Atlantic. The Dordogne has become a gentle and calm area very popular with the Brits.
25	Doubs	Franche-Comte	Named after the river Doubs on the eastern side of France. This is the start of the main mountain region of France, the Doubs marks the foothills of the Jura mountains.
26	Drôme	Rhone-Alpes	The Drome lies below the main mountainous area of the Alps and east bank of the Rhone river in the southern France.
91	Essone	Ile-de-France	Essonne is now part of the suburbs of Paris.
27	Eure	Upper Normandy	In north western part of France on the south bank of the river Seine. The Eure is popular with Parisian weekenders.
28	Eure et Loir	Centre	To the south west of Paris, named after the two rivers Eure et Loir.
29	Finistère	Brittany	With a wild and rocky Brittany coast, Finistere faces the Atlantic ocean and storms.
30	Gard	Languedoc-Roussillon	Towards the south of France on the west bank of the river Rhone. Much Roman Architecture in Gard.
32	Gers	Midi-Pyrenees	Calm and rural with lovely countryside - the Gers is a very pleasant & agreeable part of southern France.
33	Gironde	Aquitaine	The largest department and located on the Atlantic coast in southern France. Outside the main cities, the industry revolves around the vineyards of the Gironde.
68	Haut Rhin	Alsace	Hait Rhin is the southern part of Alsace on the banks of the river Rhine.
31	Haute Garonne	Midi-Pyrenees	In southern France, Haute Garonne within a narrow strip down the mountainous border with Spain. Major city is Toulouse
43	Haute Loire	Auvergne	Haute Loire with the highlands of the Massif Central, and the confluence of Loire as it begins its long journey north and then westwards through the heart of France.
52	Haute Marne	Champagne-Ardenne	In eastern France - Haute Marne is very rural and cheap!
74	Haute Savoie	Rhone-Alpes	Haute Savoie is renowned for some of the best ski slopes in France: Megeve, Chamonix, Avoriaz.
87	Haute Vienne	Limousin	Bordering the Massif Central and the region of Poitou Charentes, the river Vienne runs west and then eventually north to the River Loire. Haute Vienne property is relatively cheap.
5	Hautes Alpes	PACA	As the name suggest, the Hautes Alpes are part of the highlands of France. With mountains over 4000 meters high.
65	Hautes Pyrénées	Midi-Pyrenees	Moving southwards the land of Hautes Pyrenees climbs high into the mountains and the border with Spain.
92	Hauts de Seine	Ile-de-France	Haute de Seine is part of the suburbs of Paris.
34	Hérault	Languedoc-Roussillon	Herault is located on the Mediterranean coast along the Gulf of Lyon.
35	Ille et Vilaine	Brittany	The most eastern part of Brittany and Ille de Villaine has the shortest coast line.
36	Indre	Centre	Numerous castles and interesting area for hunters and fishermen. Gently rolling landscapes in the Indre!
37	Indre et Loire	Centre	Indre et Loire is where the river Indre flows into the Loire.
38	Isère	Rhone-Alpes	The university city of Grenoble is the capital in the department of Isere.
39	Jura	Franche-Comte	Mountains and lakes in a very beautiful French department: Jura with fine wines produced at Arbois and Poligny.
40	Landes	Aquitaine	Coastal area with much woodland and forest inland - long sandy beaches with sand dunes are the main features of Les Landes.
42	Loire	Rhone-Alpes	Loire was once a very important textile production location.
44	Loire Atlantique	Western Loire	Loire Atlantique is the gateway to the Atlantic for France's longest river the Loire as it flows into the sea.
41	Loir et Cher	Centre	The rivers Loire and Cher pass through, hence the name of this department. Many famous castles along the Loire valley such as Chambord.
45	Loiret	Centre	The river Loire meanders through the Loiret, running to the south of Paris. The capital city is Orleans rich in French History and this is the home town for Joan of Arc.
46	Lot	Midi-Pyrenees	Named after the river Lot, this is an area with much history. Landscapes are popular with visitors.
47	Lot et Garonne	Aquitaine	Within the Aquitaine region, the calm countryside and many rivers make this department of Lot et Garonne very agreeable.
48	Lozère	Languedoc-Roussillon	The rivers Lot and Tarn cut through creating a diverse area in Lozere.
49	Maine et Loire	Western Loire	History and castles make Maine et Loire a fascinating place to visit.
50	Manche	Lower Normandy	The Manche is French for the English Channel. This department points to the North-West towards England. Plenty of beaches!
51	Marne	Champagne-Ardenne	The heart of the Champagne production with Reims and Epernay. Many famous vineyards in the Marne.
53	Mayenne	Western Loire	Mayenne is in western France and part of the region called Pays de Loire or Western Loire.
54	Meurthe et Moselle	Lorraine	Meurthe et Moselle is in the industrial north east of France.
55	Meuse	Lorraine	The Meuse is located in eastern France and is named after the river, which flows north into neighbouring Belgium.
56	Morbihan	Brittany	The south facing coast of Brittany, the coast line of the Morbihan is very attractive with rocks, cliffs and sand beaches. Property can be expensive.
57	Moselle	Lorraine	The river Moselle flows northwards though the city of Metz and then into Germany.
58	Nievre	Burgundy	Nievre is a quiet area of central France, rich in cereal and crop farming. The small city of Nevers nestles in the hilly countryside and looks over the Loire river.
59	Nord	Nord Pas-de-Calais	Nord, the most northern department of France, with the English Channel and Belgium as frontiers.
60	Oise	Picardy	Part of the suburbs of Paris; named after the river Oise.
61	Orne	Lower Normandy	Takes its name from the river Orne which flows North West and finally into the Bay of the Seine in the English Channel.
75	Paris	Ile-de-France	The capital of France, Paris, city of lights, art, history and romance with its famous monuments such as the Eiffel tower, Louvre, Notre Dame and the river Seine.
62	Pas de Calais	Nord Pas-de-Calais	This coastal area has excellent maritime, rail and road networks, but there are industrial areas to Pas de Calais. Greener to the south of the department.
63	Puy de Dôme	Auvergne	The Puy de Dome area contains the famous extinct volcanoes (also known for the quality its spring water).
64	Pyrénées Atlantiques	Aquitaine	This is the most southern department on the Atlantic coast and borders with Spain. Chic Biarritz and Bayonne are popular in the Pyrenees Atlantiques.
66	Pyrénées Orientales	Languedoc-Roussillon	The most south eastern side of the Pyrenees, with a frontier with Spain. Diverse landscapes from sandy beaches to the Pyrenees make the Pyrenees Orientales a popular destination.
69	Rhône	Rhone-Alpes	Famous for the river Rhone and wines, but there is also much industry along the river banks.
71	Saône et Loire	Burgundy	The Saône and Loire is in the southern part of Burgundy.
70	Haute Saône	Franche-Comte	The river Saône provides an important communication route in the Haute Saone.
72	Sarthe	Western Loire	The area is named after the river Sarthe which flows into the Loire.
73	Savoie	Rhone-Alpes	One of the principal ski vacation destinations. The mountains of the Savoie have good slopes for downhill skiing and many woodlands and plains used for cross-country skiing.
77	Seine et Marne	Ile-de-France	To the south-east of Paris, the Seine et Marne is a very densely populated area.
76	Seine Maritime	Upper Normandy	Coast line with the ports of Le Havre and Dieppe, the southern boundary with the department of the Eure is defined by the river Seine. Popular beaches in Seine Maritime.
93	Seine Saint Denis	Ile-de-France	Seine Saint Denis is part of the suburbs of Paris.
80	Somme	Picardy	Somme is historically important with the huge military cemeteries from the Great War; there are many monuments to soldiers from many countries.
81	Tarn	Midi-Pyrenees	Named after the the river Tarn.
82	Tarn et Garonne	Midi-Pyrenees	To the south the hills rise with the Pyrenees mountains. The convergence of the rivers Tarn, Garonne and Aveyron, the and Canal du Midi.
90	Territoire de Belfort	Franche-Comte	Territoire de Belfort is the smallest department in France - on the border of Alsace and a few miles from Switzerland.
95	Val d'Oise	Ile-de-France	Val d'Oise are part of the suburbs of Paris.
94	Val de Marne	Ile-de-France	Val de Marne is in the suburbs of Paris, with a high amount of development. Disneyland is here too.
83	Var	PACA	The Var Mediterranean coast with the famous villages of Saint Tropez, Saint Raphael, Antibes are in this 200 mile long coastal area.
84	Vaucluse	PACA	In the southern part of France, the Vaucluse has the Rhone River on the west and the Alps to the east.
85	Vendée	Western Loire	On the Atlantic coast, the Vendee area has much to offer to all sailors and boating fans. From the Sables-d'Olonne to La Roche-sur-Yon - lots of sandy beaches too!
86	Vienne	Poitou-Charentes	The capital is Poitiers & has played a very important role in French history. The two main rivers are the Vienne and the Clain.
88	Vosges	Lorraine	Vosges is famous for the huge forest and wood industries.
89	Yonne	Burgundy	Named after the river Yonne which flows into the Seine.
78	Yvelines	Ile-de-France	Yvelines is a Parisian suburb with high population density, situated to the south west of Paris.

* PACA = Provence Alpes Cote d'Azur

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