Travel Tips for French Ski Trippers

Posted on December 02, 2008 by Fiona Hilliard

You’ve packed up your skis, sorted your salopettes and your new ski goggles are so shiny they double-up as a mirror.  You’re itching to take to the slopes and you can’t wait to put all your gear to the test.  What you may not have prepared for however is the new rules and regulations that go hand in hand with driving to your ski resort.  Today Argus Car Hire is highlighting the new road safety regulations in France – essential information for France car hire customers.

From 1st October 2008 all drivers in France, including drivers of vehicles registered outside of France must have one warning triangle and one reflective jacket in their vehicle.  Please ensure that your rental car has been supplied with one.

The fine for not carrying either items of safety equipment varies between 90 and 135 euros.
 

Drivers should also ensure that their vehicles have been equipped with replacement bulbs.

By law, snow chains must be fitted to vehicles that are using snow-covered roads, in compliance with the relevant road sign.

Dipped headlights should be used in poor daytime visibility.  The French government recommends that 4+ wheeled vehicles use dipped headlights day and night.

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Written by Fiona Hilliard

About the Author:  Fiona likes to travel – especially to cities. Her favourites include: New York, London, Copenhagen, Madrid and Lisbon. Just don't mention budget airlines, baggage restrictions, airport security queues…


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