Some skiers have already hit the slopes of the French Alps as the week began with an air traffic control strike and heavy snowfall brought forward the ski season. Experts also joined us to discuss questions about moving to France, including visa requirements and insurance options. Here's the French news you need to know this week.
High-altitude ski resorts open early
Some ski resorts in France opened early due to heavy snowfall in the highlands. Located at over 2,000 meters above sea level, Tignes and Val Thorens were the first to open, allowing ski enthusiasts to hit the slopes ahead of schedule. Other resorts have been forced to wait as mild temperatures and heavy rains have washed away much of the snow in lower elevations.
The early opening is intended to reassure skiers that there will be plenty of snow and take advantage of favorable conditions. Most resorts are still scheduled to open in December or during the Christmas holidays.
Visa and Residency webinar recording now available
Find out more about applying for a long-term visa, eligibility criteria for French residency, and health insurance requirements for your visa application.
The list of exhibitors for the French Real Estate Exhibition 2024 has been published.
The French Real Estate Exhibition in January 2024 will feature a wide range of exhibitors, including real estate sellers, agents and legal professionals.
This event covers all aspects of buying, selling and living in France, with friendly experts and a wealth of advice for a variety of needs, to help you make an informed and successful real estate purchase in France. plays an important role. In addition, the exhibition will also offer seminars offering expert advice on a variety of topics, including tax, legal, financial and visa issues, which will be invaluable for individuals navigating the complexities of buying property in France. It will be a thing.
You can check the list of exhibitors in advance here.
Napoleon's hat sold at auction for 1.9 million euros
French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's hat has been sold at auction for a record amount of almost 2 million euros. Napoleon's trademark black bicorne cap, which featured the blue, white, and red insignia of the French flag, attracted the attention of collectors around the world. The building was last owned by businessman Jean-Louis Noisier, who passed away last year. The final price for the hat was more than double the expected 600,000 to 800,000 euros, including fees, and nearly four times the lowest price. This hat is thought to have been worn by Napoleon in the middle of his reign, and is one of only about 16 hats left of the 120 he once owned. The sale price is believed to have been driven up by the hype surrounding the release of Ridley Scott's Napoleon biopic.
Hundreds of flights canceled or delayed due to air traffic control strike in France
A one-day strike by French air traffic controllers caused major flight disruptions across France, affecting airports including Lyon, Montpellier, Paris-Orly, Nice, Toulouse, Marseille and Bordeaux. The strike is in response to a law passed Nov. 15 that limits air traffic controllers' ability to strike and requires 48 hours' notice of intent to strike, which would allow travelers to plan their trip. It is hoped that this will make it easier to adjust.
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