Anyone looking to invest in French property may want to take a tip from the locals about the best locations to live in.

Those purchasing a French property may find themselves spoiled for choice by the array of locations all offering high culture, diverse scenery and world-renowned cuisine , according to the Guardian, which turned to locals for some insider tips.

For those who would prefer a small town lifestyle, the medieval village of Châteauneuf de Randon is travel editor Jean-Pierre Chanial’s top recommendation, with a hillside location offering panoramic views of the stunning landscape.

Meanwhile, food lovers are directed to Aveyron in the Midi-Pyrenees region, which consists mainly of farmland and produces some of the country’s finest cheeses and meat, top chef Cyril Lignac tells the newspaper.

For those who prefer a more active getaway, however, surfing champion Jeremy Flores claims Hossegor Beach in the Pays Basque cannot be beaten for water sports.

Brits looking for a bargain French property were recently advised that the country’s property market is slowing, which may prompt discount asking prices, according to the Guardian’s Property Clinic.

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