Tag Archives: Chateauroux

From hustle to hush

Posted on March 23, 2014 by frenchfry36

When we first stayed in Argenton-sur-Creuse in central France some years ago we were struck by just how busy this little town of merely 5000 inhabitants could get during shopping hours. Where did all these people come from we wondered? … Continue reading →

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Where on earth is Argenton sur Creuse?

Posted on October 25, 2012 by frenchfry36

People often ask us just where is Argenton sur Creuse? Unlike Paris, Nice, Bordeaux, Lyon or Mont Saint-Michel, Argenton is off the beaten tourist track, nestled snuggly in the centre of France. In fact, if you draw a square around all the … Continue reading →

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Medieval market town

Posted on March 22, 2012 by frenchfry36

We can’t wait to get back to our “lively medieval market town” in central France: Argenton sur Creuse, perfectly positioned on a main SNCF train line. Situated on the river Creuse, in the former province of Berry, the department of … Continue reading →

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The fun of furnishing

Posted on February 7, 2012 by frenchfry36

We thought we had been clever in pre-ordering some basic furniture and essential appliances online from Conforama before arriving in France (a store something like Harvey Norman that we had sussed out on our initial visit), thinking we could easily co-ordinate the delivery … Continue reading →

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Finally in France but facing disappointments

Posted on February 3, 2012 by frenchfry36

So after finding our house in France on the internet, paying our deposit on spec, visiting France to see it (and the town) in the flesh before signing the papers (my naturally cautious nature kicking in), waiting for settlement, arranging … Continue reading →

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Ah, Paris!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by frenchfry36

There’s just something about Paris isn’t there? There must be, after all, 42 million tourists visit there every year! A pleasant 2 1/2 hour journey from Argenton sur Creuse (or a bit longer if you have to change trains at Chateauroux) and you arrive at … Continue reading →

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