Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Hi again! How does the "world schooling experience" work out in practice? The children all go to local State schools? To be honest, the two elder ones will find it difficult to settle in "Collège" if they don't speak French. The 9-year-old will soon pick up French in Primaire, and the youngest MIGHT be accepted in the local Maternelle if there's room. Normally the children start at 3... As said, you'll be meeting parents of their new-found friends one way or another, even if they don't become friends. If you've got free time, ask at the Mairie for a list of Clubs and Associations. You're sure to find at least one that you could join and meet people with similar interests. While understanding the need to speak English, I would advise trying to integrate into French life, and not look exclusively for expats!:)

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Hi Jessica
Well you're in a lovely place (though I think Cherbourg would be flattered to be called a city!)).
I don't know how many expats or English speakers there are, apart from tourists. But as others have said, the best way to embrace the culture and lifestyle is to try to get to know the locals. - talk to parents, find out what associations there are to join. It may take a while to get to know people because the French tend to be quite family-centred and self-contained.

You could also look here https://cherbourg.onvasortir.com/vue_sortie_all.php and see if there are any organised event's you'd like to join in with. I see there are several walks and outings arranged for August.

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Hi all,

I just came back to Cherbourg after a long time away. I spent 6 years in London and have live the expat life in 5 countries so far.

I have lived and worked in English-speaking countries my whole adult life and am originally from Cherbourg. I'd be super happy to meet expats and create a social circle that is both supportive and fun.
Cherbourg is a beautiful place, but I understand how lonely it can feel if you don't speak the language or don't know anyone.

Do not hesitate to reach out.

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Welcome to the France forum!
You may find something in the following link. For something other than short stay holiday properties, sounds like you'd have to search for 'long duree'.
Good luck.
https://www.leboncoin.fr/recherche/?...rg-en-Cotentin

Here's one for short or long term.
https://www.leboncoin.fr/locations/1626435531.htm/

Re: Just moved to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
 

Hi
Have a look at yellow pages
Search for immobilier using 50100 in the où box and then go to the individual sites.
To rent somewhere you will need to supply lots of paperwork.
Contract of employment or proof of earnings (e.g. P60); current bank details; passports and birth and marriage certificates.
You will need to have a french bank account and tenants insurance.
You can't get an address until you have a bank account and you can't get a bank account unless you have an address.
A letter from the letting agent should allow the process to get started.
Check out the Credit Agricole Britline site for a list of documents required for opening a french bank account.
You can't have too many documents.
HTH