Speed Limits in France

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Speed limits are as follows, unless otherwise indicated:

• 130 kph (80mph) on toll motorways
• 110kph (68mph) on other motorways and dual carriageways
• 90kph (56mph) on other roads except in towns where the limit is 50kph (30mph)

There is also a minimum speed limit of 80kph (50mph) on the outside lane of motorways during the day and on level ground.

Speed limits are reduced in wet weather as follows:

• toll motorways 110kph (68mph)
• dual carriageways 100kph (62mph)
• other roads 80kph (50mph)

On a toll road the time you enter is printed on the ticket and your speed can be checked on exit and a fine may be levied. If you pay this fine "on the spot" then you will not incur any of the surcharges for delayed payment, which can end up very expensive.

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