Picardy
The northern region of Picardy (Picardie) is made up of 3 departments, the Somme, the Aisne & the Oise. It offers property buyers great transport links & superb access by road rail & sea. It is an ideal location for regular weekend breaks & trips to Paris & the rest of northern France. Picardy has a rich and eventful past, making it an extremely attractive destination for property buyers with an interest in history and culture. Picardy is renowned for it's rolling valleys, lush meadows & verdant woodland.
The region also has a small section of unspoilt coastline, offering impressive sand dunes, striking cliffs & sandy beaches. Nature lovers cannot ignore the majestic forests of Chantilly and Compiegne. The elevated prices of Parisian properties make Picardy a popular alternative destination for foreign property buyers. For accessible, good value property in northern France, look no further than Picardy.
Driving through Picardy can feel like visiting one large heritage site with its numerous churches, abbeys, castles and monuments commemorating great events of the past. The cradle of gothic architecture, Picardy boasts six magnificent cathedrals, towering landmarks dominating the low, gently rolling countryside.
The region suits anyone looking for tranquillity, perhaps a leisurely drive or cycle through the neat villages before stopping to explore on foot. For livelier souls, the sandy coastline in the north is a haven for water sports.