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life in France
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EXPLAINED: How much money do I need to live in France?
One of the most common reasons people give for moving to France is the quality of life here, and many people are prepared to take a salary cut or reduce their working hours in order to achieve a better work/life balance - but how much do you actually need to live on? Here is a breakdown of living costs in four different regions of France.