Off Abroad for the first time on our Cali

ardvark said:

1. a site at Dieppe as we will arriving after 23:00 to stop for the night before driving on.

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ardvark said:

Do we need a GB sticker now we are out of the

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ardvark said:

anything else?

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French speeding fines explained | Speed cameras in France

Before you commit a faux-pas and land a hefty French speeding fine, read our guide to speed cameras and speed limits in France and their associated penalties

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ardvark said:

We are taking our Cali abroad for the first time to France on the ferry Newhaven - Dieppe very excited. Would be great if anyone can recommend:
1. a site at Dieppe as we will arriving after 23:00 to stop for the night before driving on.
2. Any Pointers that we need to think about before taking our Cali to Europe? Do we need a GB sticker now we are out of the EU ?anything else?
Thanks very much

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The Ark Pub, Newhaven

Welcome to The Ark The Ark, Newhaven Located right on the River Ouse, with a huge garden and front terrace looking out over the river itself, The Ark prides itself on being a friendly, welcoming environment. With live music, specialty menu nights, and ample parking, it's the ideal spot to spend...

thearkpubnewhaven.wordpress.com

Perfectos said:

Have a look at this

Driving in France Requirements Checklist 2024

A complete and up-to-date checklist of legal requirements for driving in France. All post Brexit rules, so you will be compliant for January 2024.

www.drive-france.com

the GB sticker is no longer, you need a U.K. sticker

can get number plate stickers from multicoloured auction site (U.K. companies too)

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66tim99 said:

I understand you still need a 'proper' UK sticker in Spain and other countries. The number plate one isn't enough, and to my poor little sensitive eyes is just another bit of permanent clutter.
So I've gone for magnetic ones that I keep stuck to the metal at the front of the cab door, ready for use when I'm at the port. I've got 2 just in case one gets removed/dislodged, not that they ever have yet.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09HCHRQWP/?tag=eliteelect-21

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ardvark said:

We are taking our Cali abroad for the first time to France on the ferry Newhaven - Dieppe very excited. Would be great if anyone can recommend:
1. a site at Dieppe as we will arriving after 23:00 to stop for the night before driving on.
2. Any Pointers that we need to think about before taking our Cali to Europe? Do we need a GB sticker now we are out of the EU ?anything else?
Thanks very much

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ardvark said:

anything else?

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Perfectos said:

Dieppe has a couple of Aires right near the port. One on either side of the of the Harbour

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Hawthorn37 said:

I may get a slap for suggesting, but … as you’re arriving late, have you thought about a hotel for the first night? We’re doing the same trip later in the summer and booked a night in a hotel in Rouen that’s just off the highway, and about £55 for the night. Plus it says it has a secure locked car park.

Hôtel Restaurant Campanile Rouen Zénith.

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Mehdime said:

Waze is your friend in France. That’s the navigation app that most French people use and it will alert you of the speed traps. Pay attention as there are both fixed speed radars and mobile police units checking your speed absolutely everywhere in France.

Main national roads are especially confusing as most are limited to 80km/h but some let you go up to 90km/h.

Hence using Waze to take care of working out what speed you should be at + alert you of radars so that you can focus on enjoying the drive instead.

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Karlos said:

Watch Speed limits carefully, lots fall foul, Remember headlight beam benders if your van doesn't have the option to adjust, take a 2 pin adapter for your hook up lots of sites in France still use these rather than the pin round one.

Most of all enjoy.

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Hawthorn37 said:

I may get a slap for suggesting, but … as you’re arriving late, have you thought about a hotel for the first night? We’re doing the same trip later in the summer and booked a night in a hotel in Rouen that’s just off the highway, and about £55 for the night. Plus it says it has a secure locked car park.

Hôtel Restaurant Campanile Rouen Zénith.

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ardvark said:

We are taking our Cali abroad for the first time to France on the ferry Newhaven - Dieppe very excited. Would be great if anyone can recommend:
1. a site at Dieppe as we will arriving after 23:00 to stop for the night before driving on.
2. Any Pointers that we need to think about before taking our Cali to Europe? Do we need a GB sticker now we are out of the EU ?anything else?
Thanks very much

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Hawthorn37 said:

I may get a slap for suggesting, but … as you’re arriving late, have you thought about a hotel for the first night? We’re doing the same trip later in the summer and booked a night in a hotel in Rouen that’s just off the highway, and about £55 for the night. Plus it says it has a secure locked car park.

Hôtel Restaurant Campanile Rouen Zénith.

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ardvark said:

We are taking our Cali abroad for the first time to France on the ferry Newhaven - Dieppe very excited. Would be great if anyone can recommend:
1. a site at Dieppe as we will arriving after 23:00 to stop for the night before driving on.
2. Any Pointers that we need to think about before taking our Cali to Europe? Do we need a GB sticker now we are out of the EU ?anything else?
Thanks very much

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