{"id":1151,"date":"2022-11-04T08:42:24","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T07:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/conduire-france-conseils\/"},"modified":"2022-11-18T21:15:30","modified_gmt":"2022-11-18T20:15:30","slug":"driving-france-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/driving-france-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Driving in France: 25 tips (with photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">France is an ideal country for a road trip: roads in good condition, beautiful countryside and variety of landscapes.<strong><br\/><\/strong>Here is our complete guide to driving in France, including :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Is driving difficult? safe?<\/li><li>Rules of conduct,<\/li><li>Road conditions and safety tips,<\/li><li>Parking information,<\/li><li>Advice for car rental,<\/li><li>The most regional not to be missed,<\/li><li>&#8230;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/how-to-driving-in-france-tips-rules-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"how to drive in France tips\" class=\"wp-image-1145\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\"\/><figcaption>Driving in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-4\"><strong>Driving in France &#8211; What you need to know  <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993450\">What you need to know before driving in France  <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t want to read the whole article, at least read this short summary of the key points to know:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Driving is on the <strong>right side of<\/strong> the road.<\/li><li>The minimum driving <strong>age<\/strong> is 18, but some rental agencies may require drivers to be older.<\/li><li>Seat <strong>belts<\/strong> are mandatory for all<\/li><li>The <strong>blood alcohol<\/strong> level is 0.05%.<\/li><li>The <strong>speed<\/strong> limits are well indicated in the red circle.  <\/li><li>Items to bring &#8211; reflective warning triangle, reflective vest<\/li><li>In French cities, when you arrive at a crossroads, if there are no signs (stop or right of way), the vehicle coming from the street to the right of you has <strong>priority<\/strong>. And you have the right of way on the streets to the left.<\/li><li>Do not enter the old city center or the old villages if you have a camper or a large van.<\/li><li>In case of accident &#8211; emergency number: <strong>112<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-4CfwQ6w\/3\/7d214253\/L\/road_trip_Normandie-2-25-L.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in France\" title=\"Driving in France\"\/><figcaption>Driving in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993451\">Where we rent our cars<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We always compare prices immediately at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Discovercars.com<\/a>.<br\/>It is one of the highest rated comparison sites in the market.<br\/>I have found some great deals and I find the platform super easy to use. I can filter according to my criteria.<br\/>Plus, they have a convenient coverage option at a great price that will cover you in case of damage to the exterior of the car.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See their current offers in France<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or see the offers directly at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/cdg?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Roissy airport<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/ory?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Orly airport<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you need help?  <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-france-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read our 36 tips for a worry-free experience.  <\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-QdfM5BP\/3\/467fba89\/L\/driving_Normandie-0679-L.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful roads in France\" title=\"Beautiful roads in France\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-5\">To visit France by car or not?<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993452\">Do you need a car in France?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are staying in Paris just for a few days (or in another big city like Lyon or Bordeaux), then you do not need a car. Public transport in the main French cities is excellent.<br\/>However, as soon as you want to explore a little more and discover the charm that France has to offer with its villages, vineyards, mountains and breathtaking coastline, then a car is the best way to get around.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1643190190785\">Is driving in France difficult? Is it dangerous?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, it is quite easy to drive in France.<br\/>The roads are in good condition. There is a vast network.<br\/>However, be aware of the following difficulties:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Driving in Paris is like a nightmare, especially the traffic circle around the Arc de Triomphe<\/li><li>Driving around some of the major cities can be difficult as well, due to traffic.<\/li><li>Some streets in town centers and old villages can be narrow<\/li><li>Most foreigners will find that parking is the most difficult part of driving in France.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember that on the Internet, the hundreds of thousands of people who have had no problems do not take the time to write that everything was fine.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-KWRnFrn\/3\/5980b8b7\/L\/driving_Normandie-0568-L.jpg\" alt=\"Narrow street in France\" title=\"Narrow street in France\"\/><figcaption>Narrow street in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993453\">Getting around France without a car<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is possible to travel in France without a car, to see the main tourist sites:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Train &#8211;  <\/strong><br\/>the rail network in France is well developed. You can get to many cities, especially from Paris &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/track.effiliation.com\/servlet\/effi.redir?id_compteur=22819431&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sncf-connect.com%2Fen-en%2F&amp;effi_id=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see train offers<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Bus &#8211;  <\/strong><br\/>There is a public transport network  <\/li><li><strong>Organized day trips &#8211;  <\/strong><br\/>There are several companies that organize tours: historical, gastronomic, tourist&#8230; especially if you stay in Paris &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Paris&amp;searchSource=7&amp;p=1&amp;dur=3&amp;activity_type=dayTrip&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see options<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993454\">Driving times in France &#8211; Map<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you decide whether to rent a car or not, here is a map of driving times in the country.<br\/>The driving times are those of the freeways (with tolls).  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Map-driving-times-France-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Map Road time France\" class=\"wp-image-1124\" title=\"Driving times France by car map\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#d9e3de;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#d9e3de\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px\">OUR ADVICE FOR <span>RENTING A CAR<\/span> IN<span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>car that is comfortable enough <\/strong>(distances can be long) but <strong>compact<\/strong> (some parking lots and villages are narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember to take out<strong>comprehensive insurance<\/strong> (some roads are winding and narrow).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full voiture_image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7241\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328.png 421w, https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Yport_Normandie-3328-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See available cars  <strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-france-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1643190190786\">1 to 6 &#8211; Rules of conduct in France<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s start with the general rules and regulations you need to know:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993455\"><strong>#1 &#8211; <\/strong>License Requirement \/ Age &#8211; Do I need an International Driving Permit?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To be allowed to drive in France (for a short stay), you can use a standard international driving permit. This means a license that has:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a license number,<\/li><li>a photograph,<\/li><li>a validity date,<\/li><li>and is written in Latin letters.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A valid U.S. driver&#8217;s license will work.<br\/>A valid Canadian driver&#8217;s license is required.<br\/>A valid British driver&#8217;s license will work.<br\/>All European driving licenses work.<br\/>An Australian driver&#8217;s license works.<br\/>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You must also carry identification and proof of liability insurance at all times.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In terms of age, you can drive from 18 years old (however, to rent a car, the minimum age is 21).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/car-rental-driving-licence-France.jpg\" alt=\"car rental driving licence France\" class=\"wp-image-744\" title=\"Driving license international driving permit\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993456\"><strong>#2 &#8211; Side of <\/strong>the road<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In France, driving is done on the right side of the road.<br\/>This means that when you enter a traffic circle, you go to the right.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993457\"><strong>#3 &#8211; <\/strong>General Rules of Conduct<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Seat belts are mandatory for all<\/li><li>No cell phones while driving<\/li><li>Children under 10 years of age cannot sit in the front seat of the car<\/li><li>If an intersection does not have a sign or indication, you yield the right of way to the person coming from your right<\/li><li>Traffic on the traffic circle has priority<\/li><li>The use of the horn is only allowed in case of immediate danger (although the French tend to forget this rule)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993458\"><strong>#4 &#8211; <\/strong>Alcohol and Driving<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal limit for driving is 0.05% alcohol in the blood.<br\/>I always recommend not drinking at all if you are driving.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-t5KXCBG\/3\/bfa14b9b\/L\/IMG_1521-L.jpg\" alt=\"Road in France with signs\" title=\"Road in France with signs\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993459\">#5 &#8211; Mandatory equipment to have in your car<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In France, the following equipment must be available in the car:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Safety triangle<\/li><li>Reflective vest or jacket<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some regions of France, the new mountain law applies. Winter tires or chains are mandatory but during the winter months.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993460\"><strong>#6 &#8211; <\/strong>Mandatory insurance<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The compulsory insurance in France is the civil liability insurance &#8211; it is automatically included in the price of all car rentals.<br\/>If you come with your own car, don&#8217;t forget to bring proof of insurance.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Compare car rental prices in France<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1643190190787\">#7 to 15 &#8211; Road conditions and signs in France &#8211; is driving difficult?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okay. Now we come to the big question on everyone&#8217;s mind.  <br\/>Is it difficult to drive in France?<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#7 &#8211; French highways<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">France has a vast network of highways.<br\/>They are identified by the letter A before the number.<br\/>They have at least 2 lanes in each direction and progressive exits and entries.<br\/>Tolls are applicable on almost all freeways in France.<br\/>The speed limit is 130km\/h.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-SgbgsQ9\/3\/feab8856\/L\/driving_Normandie-0674-L.jpg\" alt=\"Freeway in France\" title=\"Motorway in France\"\/><figcaption>Freeway in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993461\">#8 &#8211; French secondary roads<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secondary roads are called &#8220;National&#8221; and &#8220;Departmental&#8221; roads.<br\/>They are generally wide with one lane in each direction.<br\/>They connect the cities between them.<br\/>The limit is 80km\/h most of the time.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-XCcKK3F\/3\/980ba305\/L\/road_trip_Normandie-1959-L.jpg\" alt=\"Small country roads\" title=\"Smaller countryside roads\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993462\">#9 &#8211; Small country roads<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have explored the countryside, you may find much smaller roads without lines in the middle.<br\/>Be careful because the locals tend to drive too fast on these roads.  <br\/>Slow down on blind curves.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-5gtk22g\/3\/61cd0949\/L\/road_trip_Normandie-1649-L.jpg\" alt=\"Small country roads in France\" title=\"Smaller countryside roads\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#10 &#8211; Mountain roads<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some regions, France has high mountains: Alps, Pyrenees, Corsica&#8230;<br\/>Overall, even in the mountains, the roads remain in good condition with one lane in each direction.<br\/>Some sections can be quite steep.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Corsica\/5e-Partinello\/i-zfrLXdt\/1\/7aff23e3\/L\/Partinello_calanques_de_figa_baleri_Corse-25-L.jpg\" alt=\"Mountain road in France\" title=\"Road Conditions Corsica\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993464\">#11 &#8211; Driving in small towns and villages<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nothing special to know about driving in cities and towns (except for the priority system &#8211; see tip #17).<br\/>The limit is 50km\/h from the moment you see the sign indicating the beginning of a town (name in a rectangle with a red border).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-ssvHQhx\/3\/eee339e4\/L\/verneuil_avre_iton_Normandie-1964-L.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in the city in France\" title=\"Speed limit in France\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#12 &#8211; Driving in Paris<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Paris, it&#8217;s a different story: so many cars, bikes, motorcycles, scooters&#8230;<br\/>The craziest place to drive in Paris is the traffic circle around the Arc de Triomphe.<br\/>Paris deserves a completely different article.<br\/>I recommend that you do not use a car during your stay in Paris.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993465\">#13 &#8211; Speed limits and signs<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Speed limits are indicated on circular signs with a red border and a number<\/li><li>Speed limits are expressed in kilometers per hour<\/li><li>On highways, it is 130 km\/h unless otherwise indicated.<\/li><li>Speed limits are &#8211; 30 to 50km\/h in residential areas<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be careful, there are radars. There are even many around the Mont-Saint-Michel.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-nkP4Pg7\/1\/15f82a4c\/L\/route_mont_saint_michel-21-L.jpg\" alt=\"Speed limit\" title=\"Speed limit in France\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993466\">#14 &#8211; Road signs in France<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The road signs are quite clear and use the Latin alphabet.<br\/>In some regions, you may have a second name in the local dialect<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Mont-saint-michel\/Infos\/i-qK8Hb8W\/1\/46d77889\/L\/route_mont_saint_michel-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Road signs in France\" title=\"Driving rules Corsica - road signs 2\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-9\">#15 &#8211; Tolls in France<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many tolls in France.<br\/>If you want to use the highways and some bridges, you will have to pay.<br\/>However, you can avoid the highways and take smaller roads through the countryside. It will take more time but cost less.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may have to pay for each of them. Or you can take a ticket at the entrance and pay at the exit.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look at the icons at the top. The T is for those who have a special label. Some lanes are dedicated to them.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-FNVBKqT\/3\/a327c85a\/L\/driving_Normandie-0676-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tolls in France\" title=\"Toll in France\"\/><figcaption>Toll station in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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And you have the right of way on the streets to the left.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993468\">#18 &#8211; What to do in case of an accident<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If people are injured or if there is a conflict, the emergency number is 112 :<br\/>The best order of action is:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>contact emergency services<\/li><li>contact the police<\/li><li>contact your rental provider<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1643190190789\">#19 to 20 &#8211; Parking in France<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993470\">#19 &#8211; Parking in the city<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the cities, you can find different types of parking lots:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Outdoor parking and street parking<\/strong><br\/>Often paid, but can be free when they are far from the stores.<br\/>Look for the machines to pay.  <br\/>More and more cities also have applications that allow you to pay from your smartphone.<br\/>Keep a picture of your car when you go to the machine as some ask you to enter the license plate number.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Blue Zones<\/strong><br\/>If you are parked in an area where the spaces are marked with a blue line, it is normally a blue zone and you must use a disc that indicates your arrival time. 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These areas tend to disappear.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Underground parking lots<\/strong><br\/>Large cities also have underground parking garages where you take a ticket on your way in and pay before you leave.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Driving\/i-S9J93vV\/3\/0dd30ffe\/L\/verneuil_avre_iton_Normandie-1965-L.jpg\" alt=\"parking in France\" title=\"carpark in France\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993471\">#20 &#8211; Parking at beaches and attractions<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On beaches and attractions, parking rules vary.<br\/>Many have free parking.<br\/>However, the most important ones, such as Versailles or Mont Saint-Michel, will be costly.<br\/>Always look around for signs and machines.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/R10c-Crevecoeur\/i-sDhbSs7\/3\/11e30cd7\/L\/Chateau_Crevecoeur_Normandie-0735-L.jpg\" alt=\"Parking of the castle of Crevecoeur\" title=\"Carpark at Crevecoeur castle\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px; 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The most beautiful regions to drive through in France<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">France is amazing in every field. You will rarely be bored driving there.<br\/>Our favorite regions to drive through:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Normandy with an ancient and modern history &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/picture-normandy-landscape\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see the best landscapes in Normandy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Loire Valley<\/a> between wine and castles<\/li><li>The island of Corsica between mountains and beaches<\/li><li>Brittany, with the most beautiful coastline in France<\/li><li>Alsace-Lorraine with its beautiful villages<\/li><li>Provence with the sun, flowers, beaches and charming villages<\/li><li>Annecy and the surrounding mountains<\/li><li>The gorges of the Ard\u00e8che<\/li><li>\u2026<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Pont-de-Normandie\/i-QN3sPHN\/7\/867dae9f\/L\/Honfleur_pont_Normandie-6556-L.jpg\" alt=\"Normandy Bridge\" title=\"Normandy Bridge\"\/><figcaption>Normandy Bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\"><span>PLAN YOUR TRIP<\/span> TO <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Normandy<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex 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target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/seaside-weekend-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seaside<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/weekend-luxury-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">luxury<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/ideas-weekend-family-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">family<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/seaside-hotel-normandy-near-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">16 seaside hotels in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/plus-beaux-hotels-charme-normandie-avis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The most beautiful charming hotels in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius 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href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-towns-normandy-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best cities in Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-beaches-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful beaches of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful villages of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best castles of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/best-abbeys-normandy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best abbeys of Normandy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Read our complete guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/visiting-mont-saint-michel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit the Mont-Saint-Michel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Discover the <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/normandy-battle-sites-d-day-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">D-Day sites<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Normandie\/Etretat-falaise-aval\/i-T9X65rq\/7\/d9bf1b0c\/L\/falaises_etretat_normandie-6956-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;margin-top:10px;\" class=\"option_titre\"><strong><span><\/span>  Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-normandy-best-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Normandy<\/a> &#8211; best places and hotels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car at <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais airport<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-caen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-rouen-train-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rouen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-bayeux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bayeux<\/a>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Bayeux\/Ville\/i-7m2kFVR\/1\/ca62aa6c\/L\/Bayeux_ville-12-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/normandy-road-trip\/\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all our tips  <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3266 img_fleche\" style=\"width: 16px;  \" src=\"https:\/\/corsicalovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/ArrowRight.png\" alt=\"arrow\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1643190190793\">#24 to 27 &#8211; Tips for renting a car in France<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is an overview of the main things you need to know.<br\/>You can find all our tips in this other <a href=\"https:\/\/normandielovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-france-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">complete guide to renting a car in France<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993474\">#24 &#8211; Which vehicle to rent ?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I know it depends on how many people are traveling and how much luggage you are taking.<br\/>But here are a few things to keep in mind when traveling to France:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The roads are narrow in the countryside, villages and old centers. In addition, parking spaces can seem tight for travelers.<br\/>Therefore, I recommend choosing a car that is not too big, in order to reduce the stress of certain situations<\/li><li>If you are heading to the mountains (Pyrenees or Alps), the roads can be steep.<br\/>Therefore, it is more comfortable to have enough power. I recommend not to choose the smallest engine<\/li><li>Otherwise, no particular recommendations<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993475\">#25 &#8211; Where to rent your car in France  <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The largest car rental centers in France are :<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Roissy Charles de Gaules Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/cdg?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see the car rental offers<\/a><\/li><li>Orly Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/ory?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see car rental offers<\/a><\/li><li>Paris Gare de Lyon &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/gare-de-lyon-railway-station?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see the <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/gare-de-lyon-railway-station?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"> car<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/gare-de-lyon-railway-station?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">rental<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/paris\/gare-de-lyon-railway-station?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">offers <\/a><\/li><li>Nice Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/nice\/nce?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see the offers<\/a><\/li><li>Lyon St Exup\u00e9ry Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/lyon\/lys?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Low cost car rental<\/a><\/li><li>Marseille Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/marseille\/mrs?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see car rental offers<\/a><\/li><li>Toulouse Blagnac Airport &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france\/toulouse\/tls?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see car rental offers<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the major international brands are available in France.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Compare car rental prices in France<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Normandie-Lovers\/Tips\/i-zDMZtvF\/0\/39b5dac7\/L\/CDG_airport_Paris_Roissy-L.jpg\" alt=\"CDG airport\" title=\"Ajaccio airport\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993476\"><strong>#26 <\/strong>&#8211; Best car rental agency in France<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not have a specific recommendation for a rental agency in France. There are no famous local companies with good results.<br\/>But you can find all the major brands in airports and ferry ports (Enterprise, Sixt, Alamo, Hertz&#8230;).<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Compare car rental prices on our favorite platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Discovercars.<\/a> com &#8211; one of the top rated comparison sites by customers.<\/li><li>Each rental agency has a 10 point rating. It is an average of the scores given by actual customers.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=NL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book early<\/a> to have a wide choice of vehicles!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t forget that on Tripadvisor or Google for example, anyone can write a review even if they haven&#8217;t used the company.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"t-1657962993477\"><strong>#27 &#8211; <\/strong>General tips for a worry-free experience<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no particular thing to do when you rent a car in France, no specific scam.<br\/>I recommend always doing these things, no matter where you rent:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take pictures of the car as you drive it  <\/li><li>Don&#8217;t forget to check the condition under the bumper of the car (look for scratches and take pictures)<\/li><li>Don&#8217;t forget to check the condition of the roof (look for slumps and take pictures)<\/li><li>Take pictures of the car when you leave it  <\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>France is an ideal country for a road trip: roads in good condition, beautiful countryside and variety of landscapes.Here is our complete guide to driving in France, including : Is driving difficult? safe? 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