Driving your hire car in France

• With thousands of miles of well-maintained roads and super-highways, France has probably one of Europe’s busiest networks of roads.

Driving in France is truly an unforgettable experience.

From the hustle and bustle of cities like Paris and Marseilles to the relative quiet of Loire Valley, France captivates and enthrals its' visitors with breath-taking scenery, charming towns and rustic villages and of course the 'mouth-watering' French cuisine.

• Road rules

A valid driving licence or international driving permit and insurance documents must be carried in the car.

Seat belts must be worn by both front and back seat passengers.

Children under the age of 10 are not allowed to travel in the front seat.

Instant fines may be imposed for motoring offences and in some cases these can be very heavy.

Failure to pay can result in the car being impounded or your driving licence being confiscated.

• Speed limit

Urban: 31mph/50kph
Rural: 55mph/90kph
Motorways: 80mph/130kph.