Rules for Driving in Marseille

Stay safe in Marseille and on the right side of the law : Marseille driving rules.

 
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Basic rules of the road for Marseille, France

Use of indicators on motorways is strictly enforced. In Marseille, indicate before overtaking and before pulling back in again in Marseille.

Children under 12 cannot travel as front seat passengers in Marseille unless wearing a suitable restraint.

Never drink and drive in Marseille. France has very strict drink driving laws. In Marseille, 0.25mg of alcohol per litre of blood is allowed.

In Marseille, seatbelts are compulsory for front and rear seat passengers.

In Marseille, spectacles wearers must carry spare pairs in their car.

Marseille speed limits are implemented rigorously. Radar traps are frequent.

In Marseille, Speeding and other offences are subject to instant fines.

In Marseille, on the spot fines are issued by Marseille police. If you get fined for traffic offences in Marseille, ensure you get a receipt.

Driving Safely in Marseille

Be careful when setting off from service stations in Marseille, especially those on the left side of the road.

In Marseille, dipped headlights should be used in poor daytime visibility.

In Marseille, do not cross the solid white line when entering a Marseille motorway from a slip road, wait for the dotted line.

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