Driving laws in France. French motoring rules of the road.

Driving in France. Motoring holidays in France.

Drive in France safely. French motoring rules and regulations.

Drive Alive! In France drive on the right!

• When driving in France be especially careful setting off from service stations or restaurants in France on the left side of the road. Look left, then look right, then cross over to the right-hand side of the road.

• Speed limits in France, shown below, are implemented rigorously. Radar traps are frequent. In France, anyone caught travelling at more than 25km/h above the speed limit can have their licence conviscated on the spot.

• Take care when overtaking in France - allow more space between you and the car in front so you can see further down the road ahead.

• France has strict drink driving laws - alcohol limits of 0.5 are stricter than the UK where the limit is 0.8. 

• Seat belts front and rear are obligatory everywhere in France.

• Remember - Speeding and other traffic offences in France are subject to on-the-spot fines.

• International Driving Permits are not required for France.

• In France a full UK driving licence is required, and the minimum age for driving is 18.

• Children under 10 are forbidden to travel in the front seat in France.

• Warning triangles should be carried at all times.

• At roundabouts give way to traffic from the left.

• In towns, if no priority is shown, give way to traffic from the right.

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