There is a comprehensive article on marseille-provence.info about Driving in France. Here is an extract ....You have to be at least 18 to drive a car or a motorcycle over 80cc in France. A green card is not required for EU citizens but motorists from other countries should check with their local French embassy or consulate or motoring association. Third party insurance is compulsory and it is advisable to inform your insurance company before you go. Your driving licence, car registration papers (carte grise in French) and insurance documents must be kept in the vehicle. These must be the original documents; copies should be kept separately.
From 1 July 2012, all drivers in France, even those who never drink alcohol, must carry a breathalyser kit, or éthylotest, in their car (electric wheelchairs and other two- or three-wheeled vehicles of less than 50cc are exempt from this law). The French drink-driving limit is 0.5mg per ml - significantly lower than in the United States, Ireland and UK (where it's 0.8mg). You are liable for prosecution if you are over, or just equal to this limit, and even if you refuse to take the breathalyser test. In addition to the breathalyser, motorists are legally required to carry one red warning triangle, stamped with the mark E 27 R, and one yellow high-visibility waistcoat or vest, stamped EN 471 or EN 1150, in their vehicles. In the event of a breakdown or accident the driver must put on the safety jacket and then place the warning triangle 30 metres / 33 yards from the breakdown to warn approaching traffic.If you have an accident involving another vehicle or vehicles while driving in France and all the drivers agree not to call the police, you will be asked to fill in a constat amiable (amiable declaration). Speed limits for private cars without trailers are as follows unless otherwise indicated: 50 km/h or 31 mph in built-up areas, 90 km/h or 55 mph outside built-up areas, 110 km/h or 68 mph on dual carriageways and most motorways and 130 km/h or 80 mph on certain toll motorways. All these limits are lower in wet weather. For the complete article including advice on purchasing breathalyser kits, the law about roundabouts, seat-belts, mobile phones and much more:
Driving in France: Laws, Rules and Regulations Driving in France Video:
When driving through France on the toll roads, you will find the French roads are of high quality and have good sized service stations, plus you will also find the rest areas or aires (lay-by's) are of excellent quality with picnic areas, toilets and some even have children's play grounds.
From 1 July 2012, all drivers in France, even those who never drink alcohol, must carry a breathalyser kit, or éthylotest, in their car (electric wheelchairs and other two- or three-wheeled vehicles of less than 50cc are exempt from this law). The French drink-driving limit is 0.5mg per ml - significantly lower than in the United States, Ireland and UK (where it's 0.8mg). You are liable for prosecution if you are over, or just equal to this limit, and even if you refuse to take the breathalyser test. In addition to the breathalyser, motorists are legally required to carry one red warning triangle, stamped with the mark E 27 R, and one yellow high-visibility waistcoat or vest, stamped EN 471 or EN 1150, in their vehicles. In the event of a breakdown or accident the driver must put on the safety jacket and then place the warning triangle 30 metres / 33 yards from the breakdown to warn approaching traffic.If you have an accident involving another vehicle or vehicles while driving in France and all the drivers agree not to call the police, you will be asked to fill in a constat amiable (amiable declaration). Speed limits for private cars without trailers are as follows unless otherwise indicated: 50 km/h or 31 mph in built-up areas, 90 km/h or 55 mph outside built-up areas, 110 km/h or 68 mph on dual carriageways and most motorways and 130 km/h or 80 mph on certain toll motorways. All these limits are lower in wet weather. For the complete article including advice on purchasing breathalyser kits, the law about roundabouts, seat-belts, mobile phones and much more:
Driving in France: Laws, Rules and Regulations Driving in France Video:
When driving through France on the toll roads, you will find the French roads are of high quality and have good sized service stations, plus you will also find the rest areas or aires (lay-by's) are of excellent quality with picnic areas, toilets and some even have children's play grounds.
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