Someone looking for property in France may wish to consider Alsace, situated in the east of the country, where there is a huge emphasis on protecting the environment and sustainable living.

Alsace featured in the 2010 edition of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel guide and offers a ‘greener’ option for investors who are passionate about environmental issues.

The fourth smallest region in France is home to two nature parks and 21 nature reserves and provides the perfect location for cycling as Alsace features over 1,300 km of marked cycling paths.

There are more than 20 energy efficient eco-hotels found throughout France with nearly half of them located in Alsace which is testament to its green credentials.

The region embraces the preservation of the environment and has rigid policies on waste management, preservation of water and the reduction of light and noise pollution.

Environmental issues are becoming extremely important to many people but Alsace could be the ideal location for anyone really committed to greener living.

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