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Driving in France: speed limits, fines and speed cameras

What the French Highway Code says, what happens after a flash, and what visitors need to know: clear answers, dated and based on official French sources.

Speed limits in France: the complete tableWhat is the speed limit in France? 130 km/h on motorways, 110 on dual carriageways, 80 or 90 on main roads, 50 in towns. Lower in the rain and for new drivers.
Speeding fines in France: amounts and penalties in 2026How much is a speeding ticket in France? From 68 € to 135 € depending on how far over the limit you were, less if you pay early. Deadlines, and when it becomes a criminal offence.
Speed camera tolerance in France: how the adjusted speed is calculatedHow much tolerance do French speed cameras allow? 5 km/h below 100 km/h, 5 % above, deducted from your measured speed. Worked examples.
Radar detectors and French law: what is banned, what is allowedRadar detectors are banned in France (1,500 € fine, confiscation), but driver-assistance apps are allowed. What French law says, in plain English.

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