France Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in France
112
General Emergency
17
Police
15
Ambulance / Medical
18
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Paris
Currency
EUR (€)
Official Language
French
Country Code
+33
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in France
Urban / City
50 km/h (often 30 km/h)
Rural
80 km/h (some D-roads 90 km/h)
Highway
130 km/h (110 km/h in rain)
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: Distance toll (Péage). 'Crit'Air' environmental sticker mandatory in low-emission zones (Paris, Lyon, etc.).
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: Service charge is included ('Service compris'). A small tip of 1-2 euros is appreciated.
- DO Always greet with 'Bonjour'.
- DO Ask for a free 'Carafe d'eau' in restaurants.
- DON'T Don't start talking in English without saying Bonjour.
- DON'T Don't eat bread before the starter arrives.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Type C & E (230V, 50Hz). Europlugs fit perfectly.
Tap Water: Excellent tap water ('Eau potable'). Free as 'Carafe d'eau' in restaurants.
Insider Tip: A polite 'Bonjour, Madame/Monsieur' when entering any shop opens doors and hearts.
