Prepare your itinerary, limit your speed, take breaks... these are the reflexes to favor when you take the road.

Before leaving:

• check the condition of his vehicle;
• prepare its itinerary;
• viewing forecast for Weather in France ;
• rest before departure.

On the road:

• be cautious: most accidents occur because of inattention;
• pause every 2 hours;
• hydrate regularly;
• stay informed about the traffic conditions indicated by Smart Bison.

Practical tips for your trip

Do you know the village stages?

Do you want to avoid busy service areas during the summer but not get too far away from your road? The village stage is an alternative for a more peaceful stop. It is less than 5 km or 5 minutes from the road.

These labeled villages, indicated on your journey by signs, are at the service of road users by offering all shops and services nearby. One interactive map allows you to locate the stage villages throughout the territory, by regions, and the services offered in the chosen village.

How to take care of your pet during the trip?

The Department of Agriculture has developed a summer practical guide advice for pet owners (exposure to high heat, transport conditions) and to take action in the event of abandonment.

What to doin case of interventions by agents on the road?

The “safety corridor” rule, which is part of the highway code, requires drivers to adapt their behavior to the approach of a construction site or vehicle in operation. They must:

• slow down;  
• if possible, by changing lanes;
• otherwise, by moving as far apart as possible.

What instructions for traveling in a tunnel?

Tunnel driving requires specific rules. The Center for Tunnel Studies (CETU) offers three films to raise awareness about driving in French road tunnels.