Those interested in buying Normandy property could look to the seaside resort of Deauville as a place with a wide variety of attractions for residents and visitors alike.

In March each year the resort stages the Asian Film Festival, a celebration of the cinematic wonders of the east as productions from countries including India, China, Indonesia and Thailand are shown in various venues around town, allowing fans of such productions to revel in the cultural experience that such entertainment brings.

Normandy property buyers will also be able to enjoy – or offer to those renting holiday property – a variety of regular local events and activities.

Apart from the sailing offshore, land lubbers can enjoy horse racing at the local course.

Those who are particularly keen on all things equine may be able to add to this as the French Equestrian Federation has launched a formal bid to host the 2014 World Equestrian Games in the town.

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