Midi-Pyrénées

General
The Midi-Pyrénées region of France is in the South west and is one of the largest regions in the country. Agriculture is important in the area and thrives due to the hot temperature

Towns and Cities
Main towns in Midi-Pyrénées are Foix (Ariège), Rodez (Aveyron), Auch (Gers), Toulouse (Haute-Garonne), Cahors (Lot), Tarbes (Hautes-Pyrénées), Albi (Tarn), Montauban (Tarn et Garonne)

Access
The area far from the UK and is one of the hardest regions of France to access from the UK by road. The area's airports at Rodez and Toulouse are not as busy as larger airports elsewhere in France, but at least you can get flights here from the UK.

Places of Interest
The Templar and Hospitaller fortified villages in the Parc Regional Naturel des Grandes Causes. The region also boasts the largest collection of Megalithic stones in France. For music lovers there is the Jazz festival in Mariac. The region is also attracts 5 million pilgrims at Lourdes. For something different you could also try the 'city of insects' expo at Saint Leons.


Things to do
The are plenty of sporting activities available in Midi-Pyrénées region including fishing, walking, golf, wine tasting and more.


Property
The Midi-Pyrénées region has seen an increase in popularity with UK citizens in recent years due to the relatively low prices and the rural setting. Prices are higher then before now, pushed up in no small part due to the British and also cheaper air fares. Bargains in the area are becoming harder to find but not impossible.

Property Investment Value
Property has risen in the area recently. The signs are that it may continue to rise, but at a slower rate than before. If you are looking for an investment then Midi-Pyrénées could be a decent bet. There are other parts of France which attract more tourists, (e.g. the Alps), but if it is an investment/holiday home you are looking for then the Midi-Pyrénées is worth a visit.

Cuisine
As with other areas of France the Midi-Pyrénées is famous for its own cuisine. Foie gras, cassoulet, and roquefort are popular, as are wines such as Cahors and Armagnac.




To Conclude
Midi-Pyrénées has become increasingly popular over the last few years. On the plus side the area does boast a peaceful country setting. Moreover, despite its distance from the UK the area is relatively accessible by air. Other areas attract more tourists, but the Midi-Pyrénées attracts a fair share too. If you are unsure about just where to buy in France it may be an idea to put the Midi-Pyrénées on your list of regions to visit.