There's sad news for anyone (like me) who likes to drive fast. As of July 1st, the speed limit on two-way roads with no median divider has been lowered from 90 kilometers per hour to 80 kilometers per hour, unless otherwise marked. For those new to driving in France,...
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Driving in France – A Few Pointers for Tourists
Driving in France can be a bit intimidating. Driving in Paris can be more than intimidating. Here are a few pointers to help you get used to the new rules and customs: Don't. Don't even think about driving in Paris. What is the point? The metro is so convenient and...
The Perplexing Phenomenon of the Double Giratoire
I was on my way to Nostang, a small town in the Morbihan north of the ria d'Etel, and I came across my second double giratoire. Nostang As many of you know, I passed my French driver's exam in the fall, and I'm proud. Ask me anything about the French rules of the...
Getting a French Driver’s License – Part 2
Last week, I described the trials and tribulations of passing the written exam for a French driver's license. But that was only Part 1. Next came the actual driving test.... Once I had my results from the written exam, I went straight to the auto école to sign up for...
Getting a French Driver’s License – Part 1
If you have been residing in France for more than 1 year, you are required to get a French driver's license. There are two ways of doing this. The first and easiest option is to trade your current driver's license in for a French one - but this route is only available...
Moving to Paris: 6 Things You Should Know Before Your Move to Paris
For the most part, my move to Paris four years ago went quite smoothly. There are, however, those few lingering “if only”s that I am sharing in hopes of saving you some trouble! 1. You are nobody without a puce. Unfortunately, if you do not have a French ATM card,...