Moving to the South of France? What You Actually Need to Know AND Watch Out For

If you're thinking about moving to the South of France, especially the Languedoc region, this video shares the practical things you actually need to know before making the move. We moved from London to the South of France in 2024 with our two young children and our dog, and while life here is beautiful, there are definitely some unexpected things that can catch you out. In this video, I’m sharing real-life experiences and practical tips — from things that can genuinely affect your day-to-day life, to a few things that could even save you from a hospital visit. Whether you’re planning a move to France, already living here, or just curious about expat life in the South of France, I hope this gives you a helpful and honest insight into what life here is really like. 00:00 Intro – Moving to the South of France 01:04 Something to watch out for in nature 02:25 A very unexpected moment 03:34 Everyday life at home 04:34 What we wish we had done earlier 05:24 Driving in France 06:31 Finding your people 07:15 Slowing down and enjoying life 07:50 Final thoughts ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🛠️ Helpful Resources 📘 The Honest Relocation Guide 👉 https://simplelifefrance.gumroad.com/... If it helps you, I’d really appreciate a short review. 💚 🌍 Moving to France essentials: 📖 LEARNING FRENCH (something I’ve been listening to and found really helpful): Learn French with Paul Noble (Audiobook): 🇬🇧 Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/4t4bvby 🇫🇷 Amazon France: https://amzn.to/4acHZsC 🇺🇸 Amazon US: https://amzn.to/4bSulMv 🛠️ Something that was super helpful when we moved to France: 🇺🇸 Amazon US: https://amzn.to/41ceySk 🇬🇧 Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/47Iivlf 🇫🇷 Amazon France: https://amzn.to/4cmjGcO (Different brands depending on the country, but same function.) These are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my content 🤍 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📌 Contact / Help If you're currently looking to rent or buy in the South of France and finding the process confusing, you're welcome to reach out. I can share a couple of contacts that may be able to help, based on what we’ve seen locally. 👉📧 simplelife.sof@gmail.com ⚠️ Disclosure If I share contact details for agencies, I may receive a referral bonus if you decide to contact or work with them, at no extra cost to you. I am not an estate agent and I do not provide property, legal, or financial advice. I simply share contact details of agents who may be able to assist. As with any relocation or property decision, it’s always important to do your own research and make decisions based on your individual situation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 📍 About us We’re a family of four, plus our furry little four-legged family member, who moved from London to the South of France in 2024. On this channel, I share real, honest life here — the beautiful parts, the challenges, and the practical things you need to know if you’re thinking about making a similar move. 🔔 Subscribe If you enjoy real, honest life in the South of France, subscribe for weekly videos 🌿