Rules for Driving in Nantes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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