Driving in France — International Driving Permit guide
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運転先 France

Wine regions, Mediterranean coast, and Alpine roads. Iconic drives include Route des Grandes Alpes and Provence.

写真: Chris Karidis / Unsplash

基本情報

IDP Status
国際運転免許証が必要
通行側
右側

速度制限

50
市街地
50 km/h
80
郊外
80 km/h
130
高速道路
130 km/h

国別旅行ガイド

France captivates with unmatched cultural richness—world-class art, legendary cuisine, wine regions, Mediterranean beaches, Alpine peaks, and romantic cityscapes. This diverse nation offers some of the world's most rewarding driving experiences across remarkably varied landscapes.

Paris needs no introduction—the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, and Champs-Élysées represent global cultural landmarks. The neighborhoods of Montmartre, Le Marais, and Saint-Germain reveal the city's soul beyond the monuments.

The Route des Grandes Alpes from Lake Geneva to Nice crosses 16 Alpine passes through spectacular mountain scenery. The wine routes through Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne, and Provence combine gastronomy with beautiful countryside.

The Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) from Nice to Monaco provides Mediterranean glamour with coastal drives, hilltop villages like Èze, and artist heritage in St-Paul-de-Vence. Provence offers lavender fields, Roman ruins at Arles and Orange, and the papal palace at Avignon.

The Loire Valley's châteaux, Normandy's D-Day beaches, Brittany's rugged coast, and Alsace's Germanic villages each deserve dedicated road trips.

French cuisine defines global gastronomy—from Michelin-starred restaurants to simple bistros, regional specialties to patisseries. Each region offers distinctive wines, cheeses, and traditions.

Driving in France is on the right with excellent autoroutes (toll roads) and scenic secondary routes. An International Driving Permit is recommended. Roundabouts are common—traffic inside has priority. Toll costs can be significant on autoroutes.

おすすめドライブスポット

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Route des Grandes Alpes
2
French Riviera
3
Provence Lavender Fields
4
Loire Valley Castles

運転のヒント

国際運転免許証は常に国内免許証と一緒に携帯してください
現地の交通規則をよく確認しておきましょう
レンタカー利用時は保険の要件を確認してください
現地の速度制限を遵守してください

よくある質問

Do I need an IDP to drive in France?

Yes, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive in France. The IDP works alongside your national driving license.

Which side of the road do they drive on in France?

In France, traffic drives on the right side of the road.

What are the speed limits in France?

Speed limits in France: urban areas — 50 km/h, rural roads — 80 km/h, highways — 130 km/h.

How do I get an IDP for France?

You can get your IDP online through our website in just a few minutes. You'll need a photo and your national driving license details.

旅行の準備はできましたか France?

Get your International Driving Permit in minutes and start exploring!

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お役立ち情報

国コードFR
走行側右側
IDPステータスRequired
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