helene Posted November 26, 2006 Share Posted November 26, 2006 we are looking at settling in burgundy - we are coming to explore for 3 months however we are loooking for a town with families in pref some expats from usa or UK - can anyone point us in the direction of some good towns?thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizfjr Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Helene,Auxerre and Avallon are both lovely towns, but can't promise much of an ex pat community in Northern Burgundy. It's a bit of a well kept secret! shhh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted November 29, 2006 Share Posted November 29, 2006 Hello HeleneWe live near Chateau Chinnon which is just about halfway between Nevers and Autun. There is a fair group of Ex pats in the area but not what you would call a town full. Burgundy Friends is a good starting point with organised get togethers and social events. Without knowing where you intend to explore it is difficult to give a definative answer. It really is a big area.molar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helene Posted November 29, 2006 Author Share Posted November 29, 2006 not looking for loads of people, just a few brits to make the transition easier!we are going to be based near moulins engilbert in morvan - but have car so plan to travel aroundareas must have adslwill be signing up to burgundy friends in the new year...hopefully there will be some events on while we are in burgundy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MargaretD Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 What a lovely area to be in. We camped there, many years ago, and have lots of memories. We're now living/holidaying/based-in the Champagne (east of Troyes).We found several English people once we settled in, but as we all speak French and are employed in French speaking businesses etc. we've only met each other via mutual French friends! But this made great gatherings during the world cup... I think the best thing about meeting other "English" was retelling stories about our initial experiences and laughing together at some of most stupid mistakes, oh and of course enjoying a good meal and some excellent wine during the process.Happy settling in. Margaret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted December 6, 2006 Share Posted December 6, 2006 Hello heleneOnly me again,talk about lucky. We live in Sermages which is about 4 Kms from Moulins Engilbert if you want to touch base when you come over we will be more than happy. We have been here for 2 years so know the area very well and due to the work we do have good contacts with the local immobiliers (no commissson). If you want any info please feel free to email us direct and we can pass you our phone number.Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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