Expat Advice: Living in Moulins, France
Moulins, France
This is France as you see it in black and white movies, it's like going back in time fifty years ago, sales people in stores always take the time to chat with you, the pace is not hurried, everybody takes a 2 hours lunch break. Serene, peaceful, beautiful, no tourists, not on the map, I love it.
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
Moulins
How long have you lived there?
nearly 2 years
What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?
- join the English Club, or if there is none, create one (the city hall will advertise it and provide a room to meet). I joined one and it's been great; half the people are native English speakers--so you feel at home--half are French--so you branch out and make friends with French people. Many French people are eager to join to practice and improve their English. The club organises activities, visits to restaurants, castles, etc. People in it are well travelled and cosmoplitan, many have lived in foreign countries before.
In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.
Not very diverse, accepting of differences yes. The people in the English club are very diverse.
What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?
Very quaint town, beautiful, old buildings, old streets, not much economic activity, perfect for retirees.
If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.
This is France as you see it in black and white movies, it's like going back in time fifty years ago, sales people in stores always take the time to chat with you, the pace is not hurried, everybody takes a 2 hours lunch break. Serene, peaceful, beautiful, no tourists, not on the map, I love it.
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shotnbeerBonjour: Posted in Moulins for 3 yrs with USAF ,55 to ,58;best years of my life. Have been back several times and would consider retiring there. Send me some info at provence@enter.net //////////////////bob Jeffery
RebeccaLaelI live in Moulins and would LOVE to join this English Club, I live in the countryside and it has been so difficult to find and build a community. Please give me more information!
itstimeWould like to know a little more about Moulins if you don't mind. How is cost of living there? Housing, a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment, can you live on a SS check? Obviously that depends on how much but can you live there for $1500 a month. Would love to hear about the winters, how close are you to snow/skiing. Are the summers hot or mild? Are there supermarkets stocked with the normal things we have in the US? Are there inside shopping mall away from the elements, cafes and restaurants in the medium range? Good health care providers (doctors and hospital in case of serious emergencies). It sounds like a nice place and would love to hear from you. Thanks in advance.
