While investors are looking to many locations around the world to make money, Britain’s closest continental neighbour is still one of the best options, it has been stated.

Nick Fullerton, managing director at overseas currency firm FC Exchange, told whatinvestment.co.uk: "France remains a solid investment, despite its popularity. While the cost of a holiday home in France may be more expensive, there is steady growth in France and it offers more consistency."

Such a purchase would amount to a more solid and reliable investment than other markets, which he said may offer the prospect of low prices now but are less certain and stable in the longer run.

One area in France that is said to be growing in popularity with investors is Uzege in the southern department of Languedoc.

According to French property specialist firm VEF, the market in the vicinity is booming, with many attracted to the area because it is less crowded than the nearby Cote D’Azur.

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