The cadastre maintains a detailed register of all land parcels and their owners. A cadastral extract includes a precise plan of plots and buildings, owner details like identifiers, addresses, and municipal numbers (noting any transfers), plus the cadastral matrix listing an owner's properties in the same municipality with their valuations.
This essential document reveals exact property boundaries, owner identities, and key tax info such as rental values. It's vital for renovations, home or land sales, real estate inheritances, and more. Importantly, the cadastral matrix is shared only with the owner, unlike the full extract.
Access the cadastre easily at cadastre.gouv.fr using the plot number or property address. View the land plan, customize it, and print for free in A4 or A3. For physical copies on paper, plastic, or digital formats, fees apply—details here.
Every municipality must provide free cadastral extracts. Contact your town hall by regular or registered mail, providing your full name (or company name for entities), the property's municipality, and address.
Expect a response within 5 days via post or email (if specified). You can also request it free from your local land and cadastral tax center.
