France's Favourite Village 2025: when and how to tune in We look at the shortlist of 14 villages vying to win the title in tomorrow's (July 2) television announcement
Flights, trains, motorways: summer strikes threaten travel in France Action lasting into September may affect the travel plans of many as summer of strikes begins
Red heatwave alerts extended until Wednesday with up to 41C forecast Midnight temperatures in Paris were close to 30C
practical Nine changes for people living in France in July 2025 Gas prices increase, public zones go smoke-free, and physical sick-leave notes become more secure
French weekly weather forecast June 30 - July 4: heatwave to continue then storms 84 departments are on heightened alert for the start of the week
Intense heatwave warnings spread across France for Sunday and Monday High alerts raised in 73 departments as country braces for 40C. Several schools will be closed
Where drought alerts apply in France and what restrictions you may face More areas issued with warnings and restrictions - including hosepipe bans - as new heatwave arrives
Be aware of the rules when driving from France to Italy, Germany or Spain Failing to follow country-specific rules can incur fines
Surge in private swimming pool ‘squats’ in France Warnings in place as owners can be held responsible for any injuries to pool squatters
French weekend weather forecast June 28 - 29: ‘historic’ heatwave begins in south Temperatures close to 40C are expected as 13 departments set for heightened heatwave alerts on Saturday
French Brexit card renewals approach: how will they work? An estimated 42,000 Britons with five year-cards soon need to upgrade to the 10-year version
MEPs vote to adapt hand luggage rules: flights to and from France affected Travellers should have right to personal bag as well as one piece of carry-on luggage weighing up to 7kg
Violent storms leave two dead in France Hailstones up to 5cm in length tore through roofs in Dordogne. More than 100,000 homes were left without power
Violent storms hit France and set to sweep across much of country 5cm hail and 100 km/h gales expected after highs of up to 40C
French weather forecast June 23 - 27: Storms and 40C heat before cool down Major weather swings are expected this week
Heatwave begins in south-west France: what temperatures to expect Temperatures could reach 38C in the shade in some areas
French MPs vote to ban low-emission zones: what happens now? ‘Simplification’ bill passes after tight vote but matter is far from clear
More Citroën cars in France issued with ‘stop drive’ orders after driver death Death of a driver in eastern France has been linked to a faulty airbag
France’s free blue parking zones: who can use them and for how long Drivers need a time disc or risk a fine
French renovation grants maintained for insulation and boiler replacements Applications for ‘monogestes’ will not be paused during summer months
Local chikungunya case in Occitanie prompts control measures It is the second domestic case recorded in mainland France in as many weeks
French mobile network operator SFR hit by major outage Texts, calls, and internet unavailable for many users
French health minister wants to ban screens for children under 3… but how? Also communication campaigns will promote greater awareness amongst parents and caregivers on dangers of screen time
Hot weather to return: French weekly weather forecast June 16 - 20 Highs of 36C are expected in the south-west and over 30C in Brittany by the end of the week
Two die and widespread damage as storms batter France this weekend Property damage reported in several departments. Tornado hits central France
Photo: Connexion reader spots rare blue frog in her garden in France This condition is estimated to impact one in 10,000 frogs
American dies after falling during climb near Mont Blanc Dangerous passage has seen over 100 deaths since 1990
Weekend of storms: French weather forecast June 14 - 15 Temperatures set to drop by up to 10C in south-west from Friday to Sunday
Dog owners warned to look out for this plant in France to avoid pet injuries Action can be taken to help avoid these tiny spears which can be fatal to animals in spring and summer
Map: Latest water restrictions across France and how public is affected A dry spring in the north has left many areas under drought alert
Good news for people flying to France as EU clarifies luggage rule change The EU previously ruled that airlines must accept hand luggage of a reasonable size but did not define ‘reasonable’
First heatwave alerts of year issued for much of south-west France Highs of 37C are forecast before storms sweep in tonight, with four departments on tier-three orange alert
Officials allowed to enter private land in Dordogne to record local flora Around 20 villages are affected. Agents may cross walls, fences and other barriers if necessary
Whit Monday holiday: How it works in France and how much it raises for state It used to be a simple bank holiday like any other - but the tragic events of 2003 changed everything
New euro notes to be issued in France - here is what they will look like Plans feature Beethoven, Marie Curie and da Vinci
Flight delay compensation changes include travel to and from France New EU proposals address delay periods and compensation levels, together with easier claim processes and re-routing requirements
What is the weather forecast for the long Pentecost weekend (for some) in France Only the southern coast is expected to remain dry this weekend
Nine more French departments to have unmarked speed radar cars An increasing proportion of the cars will be operated by private contractors
MaPrimeRénov' scheme in France paused – how are ongoing projects affected? Excess fraud and the increase in applications lead to suspension of scheme
EasyJet resumes Toulouse-London service for winter season Airline will fly up to six flights per week on route during Christmas period
Photos: greenhouses damaged and motorways battered as huge hailstones hit central France Hail reached up to 6cm in diameter. Further storms are forecast today
MPs reject plan to extend VAT to more self-employed workers in France Vote reverses proposal to lower exemption thresholds for micro-entrepreneurs
Digital carte Vitale: we try it out as a French residency card holder Smartphone app can be set up in several ways, including by – some – residency card holders
Can my neighbour park outside of my house in France? It is sometimes illegal to park in front of your own property
Are Crit’Air vignettes still needed in France after MPs vote to axe low-emission zones? The sticker scheme came into force in 2017
Temperature drop and storms: French weekly weather outlook June 2 - 6 All areas of France will see rain this week
Weather alert raised in 50 departments as France braces for heavy storms Vast swathe of country from south-west to north-east placed on yellow alert by state forecaster Météo France
How France's energy ratings system is affecting property prices New study reveals significant differences in urban properties
France must pay €5,000 to Briton who wins back right to vote post-Brexit Ruling by local court was ‘incredibly brave’, says British retiree who lost her vote in France post-Brexit
Gas prices, TV channels, jobseekers rules: Changes for residents in France in June 2025 There are also price rises for many tobacco products
Storms return: French weekend weather update May 31 - June 1 Temperatures are set to drop 10C in the south-west between Friday and Sunday
MPs vote to end France's ZFE low-emission zones despite government opposition Cross-party majority introduces amendment against them in a broader economic simplification bill on May 28
63 confirmed chikungunya cases recorded in south-east France as authorities fear epidemic Spike linked to outbreak in La Réunion prompts reinforced surveillance and anti-mosquito measures
Briton wins right to be on EU electoral roll in historic French court ruling The order is the first of its kind since Brexit
How to avoid large traffic jams this long weekend in France A ‘black day’ of traffic is expected in the north on Sunday
Culture tests for more applicants as French citizenship rules are toughened New test will come into effect before January 1, 2026
Do French speed cameras adjust to lower limits in poor conditions? Heavy rain, fog, hail, or snow demand lower speed limits - but do speed cameras reflect this?
Non-EU visitors to pay more to visit major French museums Major attractions including Versailles and Garnier opera will raise prices from 2026 to combat budget cuts
Temperatures to reach 30C in south: French weekly weather outlook May 26 - 30 Dry conditions are expected for public holiday on Thursday
Blackouts in south of France: What is known about suspected attacks on electricity grid Fire at substation in Nice follows similar attack in Var and the sabotage of an electricity pylon in Alpes-Maritimes
Missing British man with Parkinson’s Disease missing in Paris Chris Arnheim, 65, finds it hard to communicate due to his condition
New ranking shows ‘best campsites’ in France Could one of these 20 - as reviewed by camping users - be a great choice for your holiday?
Advice issued as France saw over 1,200 drowning incidents last summer 90% of deaths concerned adult swimmers
Mystery of driving fines sent from France to UK homes post Brexit This week’s new EU-UK partnership agreement includes measures to facilitate the sharing of driver data
Sun returns to south: French weekend weather outlook May 24 - 25 Temperatures will be lower than average north of the Loire but typical for the season along the Mediterranean coast
Fête des Voisins: 10 million neighbours in France to meet this Friday 2025 marks the 25th edition of solidarity festival, la Fête des Voisins. Revisit our 2016 interview with founder, Atanase Périfan
Farmers prepare to blockade roads around Paris and elsewhere on Monday Major protests in support of controversial farming bill are expected
‘Cataclysmic scenes’ in Var as roads and homes destroyed by violent storms At least three people died after being trapped in cars
France extends ID border checks with six neighbouring countries Travellers may be asked to present their passport including entries by road and rail as well as flights
Three reported dead, two missing as violent storms hit southern France Up to 250mm of rain falls this morning around Lavandou
New UK-EU deal: What could change for Britons in France? Erasmus, youth scheme, food, pets, borders… the new ‘partnership’ is wide-ranging
Roads, stations, and airport disrupted as taxi driver protests continue in south of France Major roads around Marseille and Toulon are set to be blocked for second day
UK-EU summit: Will British travellers be allowed to use e-gates in EU? France says its fast-track gates are being adapted – but it is still unclear how residency cards or visas will be verified for exemption to EES digital borders system
Storms in south-west, temperatures to drop: French weekly weather update May 19-23 Hail is forecast around Toulouse and the Pyrénées on Monday
Flights cancelled for second day at Paris Orly airport after technical issue Up to 15% of flights are set to be impacted, with 40% cancelled yesterday evening
