In this video, I sat down inside the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy with Madame Lydie Pfander-Meny, the Deputy Mayor of Dijon in charge of Senior Affairs and International Relations, and I asked the exact questions I know you’re wondering if you’re considering retiring in France (or just planning ahead). I’ve lived in Dijon since 2008, so I wanted this to be a real, practical conversation—not vague “France is lovely” fluff—about how a mid-sized French city actually supports seniors, including international seniors. We talk through housing resources like anil.org (a super useful starting point for understanding housing rights and options), and we clarify the difference between EHPADs and Résidences Seniors—because those two get mixed up constantly. We also cover transportation solutions for seniors with mobility challenges, what kind of French-language support exists, and how the city helps foreigners integrate into community life. If Dijon wasn’t on your shortlist before, this interview might make you take a second look—especially if you want a city that feels manageable, well-connected, and genuinely organized when it comes to senior support.