luxury apartments for sale Versailles, France (page 8)

In one of the most beautiful old buildings in the city, a 10-minute walk from Versailles Rive Droite train station and close to Saint Jean-Hulst school, this magnificent 271m² or 2,917 sq ft (266m² or 2,863 sq ft under the Carrez Law) renovated family apartment is on the third floor with lift access. Featuring a hall leading to a triple-sized reception room with a lounge opening onto a west-facing balcony, a dining room and a library. Large fitted kitchen with a dining area, pantry, and utility room. Four bedrooms (five possible) with walk-in wardrobes, two bathrooms and two shower rooms. The great natural light, the unobstructed, almost aerial views, the high ceilings (3.20m or 10.5ft) and the very open layout give the property an exceptional sense of space. The period materials have been perfectly restored (herringbone parquet floors, fireplaces, mouldings, etc.). Shared use garden outside. The building, which was renovated in 2021, is in an exclusive residential area. 15-minute walk from the Place du Marché. No ongoing proceedings. Charges €390/month. Fees payable by the buyer at 3% incl. taxes, i.e. €2,379,000 net seller price. 2,379,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 2.98%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 4,680 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 3335€ ~ 3850€

Le Chesnay limite Versailles Rive-Droite Appartement 7 pièces 271 m² au sol situé au 3ème étage d'un immeuble Haussmannien avec ascenseur, cave, box et jardin partagé - Environnement résidentiel à moins de 10 minutes à pied de la gare Versailles Rive-Droite et à proximité immédiate des commerces et des écoles de renom, pour ce magnifique appartement traversant est/ouest de 271 m² situé au 3ème étage avec ascenseur (rare) d'un superbe immeuble Haussmannien ravalé aux parties communes raffinées offrant: vaste entrée, grande cuisine aménagée avec coin repas et office, salon, salle à manger, bibliothèque et salon Tv (avec splendide HSP, parquets, cheminées), 4 chambres, , deux salles de bains, deux salles de douche. A cela s'ajoutent une grande cave, ainsi qu'un beau jardin en jouissance partagée. Local vélo en copropriété. Un bien rare à visiter rapidement. Exclusivité. (2.98 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)

Family apartment of 175m² located 10 minutes from the right bank train station between Place de la Loi in Versailles and Plateau Saint-Antoine in Chesnay, within a high-end stone residence. Spacious entrance, bright double living room of 41m², dining kitchen opening onto a back kitchen and laundry room, 4/5 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, 2 toilets. Beautiful volumes for this East-West crossing apartment, numerous storage spaces, 2 cellars, 2 parking spaces, 1 garage. Elevator. PMR access. Immediate proximity to schools, transport, and shops. Interesting potential, residential or office space. Possibility to divide into 2 lots. Fees: 4% VAT included charge to the buyer (€1,140,000 excluding fees)This description has been automatically translated from French.

Le Chesnay limite Versailles Rive-Droite Appartement 7 pièces 271 m² au sol situé au 3ème étage d'un immeuble Haussmannien avec ascenseur, cave, box et jardin partagé - Environnement résidentiel à moins de 10 minutes à pied de la gare Versailles Rive-Droite et à proximité immédiate des commerces et des écoles de renom, pour ce magnifique appartement traversant est/ouest de 271 m² situé au 3ème étage avec ascenseur (rare) d'un superbe immeuble Haussmannien ravalé aux parties communes raffinées offrant: vaste entrée, grande cuisine aménagée avec coin repas et office, salon, salle à manger, bibliothèque et salon Tv (avec splendide HSP, parquets, cheminées), 4 chambres, , deux salles de bains, deux salles de douche. A cela s'ajoutent une grande cave, ainsi qu'un beau jardin en jouissance partagée. Local vélo en copropriété. Un bien rare à visiter rapidement. Exclusivité. (2.98 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)

The Chesnay Plateau Saint Antoine limits Versailles Duplex apartment 9 rooms 215m² on the ground with enjoyment of a garden - Very privileged environment in the heart of greenery, in immediate proximity to schools (Saint-Jean), shops and transport, for this very beautiful family duplex apartment with incredible charm of 215 m² on the ground (202 m² carrez) located on the top floor of a beautiful divided stone house offering: independent entrance, large bright fully equipped kitchen, double living room, dining room facing South and West overlooking greenery, 7 bedrooms including a master suite with shower room and dressing room, bathroom, 2 separate toilets, laundry room. In addition, there is enjoyment of a communal garden. A rare property in this neighborhood. Possibility to additionally acquire an outbuilding of 40 m² (currently rented). (3.53% fees including tax at the buyer's charge.) Co-ownership of 4 lots (No ongoing proceedings). Annual charges: 500 euros.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Le Chesnay limite Versailles Rive-Droite Appartement 7 pièces 214.70 m² au sol (207 m² carrez) situé dans un immeuble Haussmannien avec ascenseur - Environnement résidentiel à moins de 10 minutes à pied de la gare Versailles Rive-Droite et à proximité immédiate des commerces et écoles de renom, pour ce magnifique appartement traversant est/ouest aux volumes exceptionnels de 214 m² au sol et 206.71 m² carrez situé au 1er étage avec ascenseur (rarissime) d'un immeuble Haussmannien ravalé aux parties communes raffinées offrant: magnifique entrée avec vestiaire, grande cuisine dinatoire avec verrière, réception salon et salle à manger d'environ 50 m² (superbe HSP, parquets, cheminées), 5 chambres, 2 salles de bains, salle de douche, 2 wc. A cela s'ajoutent 2 grandes caves saines. Possibilité de location de stationnement à proximité immédiate. Un bien unique dans ce quartier. Exclusivité. (3.00 % fees incl. VAT at the buyer's expense.)

The Chesnay Plateau Saint Antoine borders Versailles. Duplex apartment with 9 rooms, 215 m² on the ground with access to a garden - Very privileged environment in the heart of greenery, in immediate proximity to schools (Saint-Jean), shops, and transport, for this very beautiful family duplex apartment with an incredible charm of 215 m² on the ground (202 m² Carrez) located on the top floor of a lovely divided meulière house offering: independent entrance, large bright fully equipped kitchen, double living room, dining room facing south and west overlooking the greenery, 7 bedrooms including a master suite with shower room and dressing room, bathroom, 2 separate toilets, laundry room. In addition, there is access to a communal garden. A rare property in this neighborhood. Possibility to acquire an additional 40 m² outbuilding (currently rented). (3.53% VAT inclusive fees charged to the buyer.) Co-ownership of 4 lots (No ongoing proceedings). Annual charges: 500 euros.This description has been automatically translated from French.

Plateau Saint Antoine. This split-level apartment in a 1920’s millstone-built property benefits from access to the co-ownership’s garden. 215 sqm of floor space and 202 sqm of living space as defined by the Carrez Law includes a 45 sqm living/reception room, a fitted 17 sqm kitchen, a master bedroom with a private shower room and a dressing room, a study accessing a little terrace, 5 bedrooms, a bathroom and a utility room. The apartment was renovated in 2017. It would be possible to acquire a 40 sqm annex at extra cost. In a residential neighbourhood 150 metres from St Jean Hulst High School, a 10-minute walk from Versailles Rive Droite station, and 15 minutes from Versailles Place du Marché. Easy A13 and A86 access.

Your Barnes agency is listing this exceptional 102m² or 1,098 sq ft (Carrez Law) property, fully renovated with high-quality materials and with an optimised layout. Located on the 3rd floor of a beautiful tree-lined residence with concierge and lift, close to shops, market, schools and Place de la Loi. Laid out as follows: Entrance hall with closet, good-sized living room measuring over 31m² (334 sq ft) and comprising a dining room and lounge with electric fireplace, opening onto an attractive east-facing balcony. Fully equipped open kitchen, 3 bedrooms including a master suite with wardrobes, shower room with toilet, bathroom, and separate toilet. Plenty of built-in storage. This property also comes with two parking spaces on the basement level. No works required! Commonhold: 33 lots Monthly charges: €280/month. EPC C/C Fees payable by the buyer (4% ) i.e. €730,770 net seller price. On-going procedure payable by the current owners. Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional apartment on the edge of Versailles. Contact us now for further details and to arrange a viewing. Your BARNES contact: F. Meinnier: +33 (0)7 82 80 15 21 €730,770 Agency fees not included - Agency fees: 4% incl. tax Fees payable by the buyer - Average amount of the share of charges €3,360/year - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use: €1,170 ~ €1,630 - Frédérique MEINNIER - Sales agent - EI - RSAC 520 416 108 730,770 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 4%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 3,360 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 2370.1€ ~ 1630€ - Frédérique MEINNIER - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC 520 416 108

Barnes Versailles is inviting you to discover this magnificent 136m² (1,464 sq ft) apartment (Carrez Law surface) on the third and top floor of a building in Parc de Rocquencourt. This secure residence in a wooded park offers a truly exclusive setting for families. Floor plan: wide entrance hall with large closet leading to a first shower room with suspended toilet, a large lounge/dining room over 45m² (484 sq ft) with sliding doors opening onto the 48m² (516 sq ft) full-length balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen. A large corridor provides access to three bedrooms (all measuring between 14 and 15m² - 151 and 161 sq ft and opening onto a full-length balcony), a double-sized dressing room, a small home office and a second shower room with suspended toilet. The apartment is nestled in a green oasis and affords a view of the park from all the rooms. A cellar and lock-up garage, accessible from the building’s ground floor, round off the amenities. The apartment is in exceptional condition thanks to the full renovation in 2015 and 2021 with noble materials and quality fittings (double glazing in all the living spaces, top-of-the-range kitchen, bespoke wardrobes, etc.). The residence has three tennis courts, a swimming pool and a playground. The bus stops for Vaucresson, La Celle Saint Cloud, Le Chesnay and Versailles are situated at the entrance to the residence. Quick access to the A13, A86 and D307 motorways and main roads. Charges include: hot water, cold water, heating, maintenance of the residence’s green spaces and infrastructure (swimming pool and tennis courts), lift, and concierge services. Property subject to co-ownership status (300 lots in total). No ongoing proceedings. Property tax: €3,092 / EPC: D / D. Fees at 3.84% payable by the buyers (€30,000) Net seller price: €750,000 Agency fees not included - Agency fees: 4% incl. tax Fees payable by the buyer - Average amount of the share of charges €8,400/year - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use based on 2021 energy costs: €1,390 ~ €1,920 - Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr 750,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 4%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 8,400 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 1390€ ~ 1920€ - Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr

BARNES Versailles is listing this 95.47m² or 1,023 sq ft (Carrez Law) stunning and bright dual-aspect apartment in a condominium with a lift, a swimming pool and a tennis court in completely quiet surroundings near the schools and shops. Laid out as follows: entrance hall, vast 32m² (344 sq ft) living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms including a very large 34m² (366 sq ft) master suite, 2 bathrooms and 2 separate toilets. Plenty of cupboards. Cellar and lock-up garage on the basement level also included. To be viewed without delay. The entire apartment is clad in marble, a noble material that adds a touch of elegance and luxury. Commodities: Bus a 2-minute walk away. 10 minutes from Line L train (La Celle-Saint-Cloud or Vaucresson train stations) to La Défense and Saint-Lazare. Shops 500m (550 yards) away (supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacy, Parly 2 shopping centre). Schools a 5-minute walk away: Blanche de Castille and public schools (from kindergarten to high school). Property subject to shared ownership status (7,527 lots,) - Property tax: €1,185/year - No ongoing proceedings - EPC rating: D/D. Charges: €525/month (heating and hot water included in the charges). Agency fees are payable by the buyer, i.e. 4% incl. tax (net seller price: €528,000). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Contact your BARNES Versailles agency at 41, rue de la Paroisse in Versailles, or on +33 (0)1 84 27 09 50. 528,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 4.17%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 6,300 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 1787.4€ ~ 2070€ - Joséphine REGALDI - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC Versailles 853850899

Bathed with natural light, this large property was built in 1860. Presenting a living area of 494 sq.m (393.66 sq.m Carrez law) spread over four levels, it sits on 1.35 ha of land shared with the other neighbours in the residence. The ground floor comprises a rotunda entrance opening onto a double reception room of 80 sq.m (fireplace, old parquet flooring), a kitchen with glass roof, a bedroom backing onto a terrace and garden, a shower room and a WC. On the first floor, you will find a charming library (former painter's studio) of 54 sq.m on the mezzanine, with a ceiling height of 6 m and lit by a large glass roofs (accessible by a small spiral staircase). The Master suite is equipped with a dressing room, bathroom, shower and private toilet, as well as an adjacent laundry room. On the second floor, there four bedrooms, one of which has a terrace, dressing room, bathroom and toilet. At the garden level, you will find two offices with garden view and private entrance, a small kitchen, a shower room and toilet, a gym, two technical rooms (boiler room), a workshop, a wine cellar and a motorcycle garage. Four outdoor parking spaces. 1.35 hectares of leafy common grounds. Access nearby: Viroflay Rive Droite train station (8 mins' walk) and buses to Versailles. Condominiums of 4 units (No proceedings in progress). Annual expenses : 1800 euros.

BARNES Versailles is listing this 95.47m² or 1,023 sq ft (Carrez Law) stunning and bright dual-aspect apartment in a condominium with a lift, a swimming pool and a tennis court in completely quiet surroundings near the schools and shops. Laid out as follows: entrance hall, vast 32m² (344 sq ft) living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms including a very large 34m² (366 sq ft) master suite, 2 bathrooms and 2 separate toilets. Plenty of cupboards. Cellar and lock-up garage on the basement level also included. To be viewed without delay. The entire apartment is clad in marble, a noble material that adds a touch of elegance and luxury. Commodities: Bus stop a 2-minute walk away Train Line L 10 mins away (Gare de La Celle-Saint-Cloud or Vaucresson) to La Défense and Saint-Lazare Shops 500m (545 yards) (supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacy, Parly 2 shopping centre) Schools a 5-min walk away: Blanche de Castille and public schools (from nursery to upper secondary) Commonhold property (7527 lots) - Property tax: €1,185/year - No ongoing proceedings - EPC rating: D/D. Heating and hot water included in the charges. Charges: €525/month. Agency fees are payable by the buyer, i.e. 4% incl. tax (net seller price: €528,000). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. Contact your BARNES Versailles agency at 41, rue de la Paroisse in Versailles, or on +33 (0)1 84 27 09 50. 528,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 4.17%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 6,300 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 1090€ ~ 2070€ - Joséphine REGALDI - Agent commercial - EI - RSAC Versailles 853850899

VIROFLAY. 3-minute walk from Rive Gauche station: RER C for Montparnasse. Loft-style apartment on the 2nd and top floor of a former 19th-century bourgeois property, 200m2 floor area and approx. 153m² carrez, located in the heart of the old village. Comprising entrance hall, hallway leading to 2 bedrooms with fitted closets, wc, bathroom with laundry room. Open-plan living space with a height of 4 meters, including living room, dining room and fully equipped kitchen with central island and wood-burning stove. East/west light from various openings. Master bedroom with bathroom and shower room, wc and plenty of storage space. Mezzanine bedroom. Electric underfloor heating and reversible air conditioning. 2 parking spaces and a wood storage area. A 5-minute walk from the forest, swimming pool, Viroflay tennis and soccer club, shops, public and international schools in Sèvres and Buc.

BARNES presents this superb loft in an old bourgeois farm building from the 19th century, approximately 153 m² Carrez and 200 m² on the ground, located in the heart of the old village of Viroflay.On the 2nd and final floor of a small condominium, the entrance leads to an office or storage space and serves 2 bedrooms with closets as well as a hallway that can be used as a dressing/storage area. Independent toilets, bathroom.A spacious living area with beautiful volumes featuring 4-meter high ceilings and several openings for cross-light, an insert fireplace, and numerous storage options. A welcoming and equipped open kitchen with a central island.A large master suite fitted with a shower, a bathtub, 2 sinks, toilets, and storage.A mezzanine could serve as either a 4th bedroom or an office.Electric underfloor heating, wood insert, reversible air conditioning. The combination of these three allows for optimized energy management.Very nice condominium in a green and quiet setting. 2 parking spaces inside the condominium as well as storage for wood.Ideally located, 3 minutes on foot from the Rive Gauche train station: RER C, line N (Montparnasse), tram T6 (to Châtillon via Vélizy) and 10 minutes on foot from the Rive Droite station: line L (La Défense, Saint Lazare), 5 minutes on foot from the Meudon forest, close to shops and schools (nursery, primary, and middle schools), as well as the International School of Sèvres and the Franco-German School of Buc.Fees are the responsibility of the buyer, amounting to €864,000 net seller and €26,000 including tax in agency fees. DPE D/B.Your consultant Frédérique Meinnier is at your disposal at +33(0)7 82 80 15 21 for any questions and to schedule a visit.“Information regarding the risks this property is exposed to is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr” €864,000 Agency fees not included - Agency fees: 3.01% including tax agency fees charged to the buyer - Average amount of the share of current charges €2,000/year - Estimated annual energy expenses for standard use: €1,720 ~ €2,380 - Information on the risks this property is exposed to is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr - Frédérique MEINNIER - Commercial agent - EI - RSAC 520 416 108This description has been automatically translated from French.

One of the finest co-ownerships in Viroflay, the “Côte de Paradis” boasts an elegant mid 19th century mansion as well as a caretaker’s lodge set in 1.35 hectares of leafy grounds. In the main building which is separated into two, the property offers 495 sqm of floor space and 393 sqm of living space as defined by the Carrez Law on four floors. A rotunda entrance hall leads to an 80 sqm living/reception room with a dining room, a kitchen with a veranda, and a bedroom with a shower room and wc accessing a terrace. The upper floor includes a remarkable room which was once Tony Robert Fleury’s artist’s studio, and which boasts near 6-metre high ceilings and features a 54 sqm mezzanine library accessed by means of a superb spiral staircase. This floor also includes a master suite with a bathroom, a shower room, a dressing room and a wc, and a linen room. 4 further bedrooms (one opening onto a terrace), a bathroom, a dressing room and a wc are on the top floor. The garden level benefits from independent access and comprises two studies, a kitchenette, and a shower room with a wc. This space could create further bedrooms or a fitness room. With technical premises, a workshop and a wine cellar. Period features include Herringbone parquet flooring, fireplaces, and high ceilings in most rooms. The magnificent leafy gardens are accessible to the 3 co-ownerships. On the edge of Fausses Reposes State Forest, 600 metres from the station and near the shops and amenities.

EXCLUSIVE TO AGENCY: Flat in modern building, just a stone’s throw from Blanche de Castille secondary school and sixth form. Comprises entrance hall, double living room with private, well-screened, 8 sqm (approx.) loggia, separate fitted, equipped kitchen opening onto living room, 3-4 bedrooms, including master bed suite with dressing room, bathroom and wc, shower room and separate wc. Complete with cellar and lock-up garage. BRIGHT, QUIET flat. SWEEPING views of leafy gardens. Well-secured building with caretaker. Lovely, leafy, co-owned building with pool and tennis court. Near PARLY 2 large shopping centre with 12 cinema screens. Easy access to A86 and A13 motorways.

Sole Agent. This meticulously renovated apartment is on the 1st floor of an early 19th century property set in magnificent leafy grounds. Offering 113 sqm of living space and 97.80 sqm of living space as defined by the Carrez Law, it includes a dual-aspect 29 sqm living/reception room with a marble fireplace and several large windows, a dining room or possible bedroom, a kitchen, a bedroom with an adjacent shower room, and a second bedroom with a dressing room. Upstairs is a 15 sqm maid’s bedroom with a compact bathroom. Period features include Herringbone parquet flooring, interior shutters and original windows. The apartment enjoys open views over the gardens and of Meudon Forest. With a cellar. In a convenient location a 5-minute walk from the schools, the shops and the station.

Barnes Yvelines is listing this unique apartment on the top floor of a 1930s building in the quiet, sought-after Aubert district of Le Chesnay-Rocquencourt. Laid out as follows: an entrance hall, located on the first floor of the building, with a few steps leading up to the vast living area comprising the lounge, dining area and open-plan kitchen. The sleeping area is on the other side and features two large bedrooms, two walk-in wardrobes in the hallway and a bathroom with toilet. This property will delight with the unique volume of the living room, as well as its period charm (beams and the light from its many windows, a rarity for this location). A cellar completes this apartment, and a parking space is available for rent at €250/quarter. Property subject to shared ownership status (12 lots) - Property tax: €711/year - No ongoing proceedings - EPC rating: E/B. Charges: €77/month. Agency fees are payable by the buyer, i.e. 3.71% incl. tax (net seller price: €404,000). Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the GeoHazards website: www.georisques.gouv.fr. €404,000 agency fees not included - Agency fees: 3.71% incl. tax fees payable by the buyer - Number of lots in the building: 12 - Average amount of the share of charges - Estimated amount of annual energy costs for standard use based on 2021 energy costs: €1,000 ~ €1,450 387,000 € Agency fees not included - Agency commission: 3.1%VAT included Agency fees payable by buyer - Nombre de lots dans la copropriété: 12 - Montant moyen de la quote-part de charges courantes 840 €/yearly - Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : 1000€ ~ 1450€

NATHALIE DOISNE THE DOOR MAN offers you a duplex just a few minutes' walk from the Parly2 shopping center, featuring double balconies, a double garage, and a cellar. This apartment will charm you with its spacious and bright living area, extended by a continuous balcony that also overlooks the kitchen. Continuing on the first floor, you will find two master suites (with closets and bathrooms) and a continuous balcony for both bedrooms. This apartment offers plenty of storage (in the entrance, in the hallway, on the landing, in the bedrooms). And to complete this property, two garages with electric doors and a cellar are available. Certainly, you will need to do some refreshing, but the apartment is located in a quiet area, in a green residence with well-maintained gardens, only a few kilometers from Paris. I am waiting for you for a visit to admire this bright, spacious, and pleasant apartment to live in, while being close to schools, shops, and public transport... Many advantages for you to envision yourself in this DUPLEX. See you soon for a visit. This property is subject to the legal status of co-ownership. Number of lots: 150. Annual co-ownership charges (average annual share of the seller's forecast budget): €7200. Price: €675,000. Agency fees: 3.85% VAT included, payable by the buyer. Price excluding fees: €649,975.93. Energy performance rating: E. Dispute: No ongoing disputes. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Georisques website: https://georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate announcement has been drafted under the editorial responsibility of DOISNE Nathalie, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SASU THE DOOR MAN, holder of the real estate solicitation card on behalf of THE DOOR MAN SASU.This description has been automatically translated from French.