F
RANCE IS RENOWNED THE
world over for its outstanding collection
of historic
buildings. Châteaux in particular are
strategically scattered
the length and breadth of the
country. The Loire valley is one of
43 listed UNESCO World Heritage
sites, attracting 3.3 million visitors
a year and forms a valuable part of
the architectural heritage of towns
such as Amboise, Chenonceau, Saumur and Chinon.
Simple barns, Cistercian abbeys,
ancient fortresses and fairytale
châteaux all have one thing in common; they
have the potential for
preservation and protection under
France's cultural heritage scheme
known as Monument Historique
(MH) either being listed as Classé,
for properties considered of national importance
or Inscrit (ISMH) for
properties of regional or local value,
Historic MONUMENTS
Jane Berry heads our prestige
property department and gives
valuable advice about buying &
selling a Monument Historique
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