France has a rich and varied culture, with something that appeals to everyone. For families visiting France looking for a happy summer holiday, there's nothing quite like combining a road trip with a camping adventure. Take the chance to explore the great outdoors, whilst relaxing amongst the peace and quiet.
France has you spoilt for choice when it comes to great campsites, so take a look at our guide to camping in France to help you chose where to go. Everyone knows France to be the home of romance, which makes it a great destination for couples. For those who have never travelled with us before, the first thing to do is book by selecting your time and date of travel, then follow these steps as you approach our Folkestone terminal.
If you want to know more or have any questions, take a look at our contact page for a range of ways to get in touch. Whether with friends, family or just one special someone, making the trip to France is a breeze. Book your next journey with Eurotunnel Le Shuttle today, and let the road trip adventure begin.
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So bright, in fact that, while we chatted happily, the dog snoring, oblivious, in the back seat, we raced across the French countryside for at least five minutes before we noticed that the carriage windows had turned from tunnel black to sky blue and we'd actually gone all the way through.
Each Eurotunnel Shuttle can carry six cyclists. The bicycles are carried on a specially adapted trailer and the cyclists travel in a minibus. To book a bicycle crossing, telephone the sales support department, weekdays, from 9 a.
Cycle crossings must be booked 48 hours in advance. Find out more about cycles on Le Shuttle. If you are traveling with a larger group, ring the sales support department on the same number to discuss arrangements. The tunnel is the most comfortable and humane way to travel across the English Channel with a pet. Your animal stays with you the whole way. If you are coming and going from the UK with a dog or cat though, the animal must be proven rabies free, microchipped and registered for the UK Pet Travel Scheme PETS , which takes some advanced planning.
Arrive at least half an hour before your departure and not more than two hours to allow time to check in, get into the boarding lanes and go through British and French security and frontier controls. In addition to passports and visas if required for all passengers, you'll also need registration documents and proof of insurance for your car. If you are traveling with a pet, you need to bring the required PETS paperwork and allow some extra time for your animal's passport and microchip to be checked.
You may be able to get aboard the next available shuttle, paying in pounds, euros or by credit card. But it's more expensive than booking in advance and you aren't guaranteed a place. During busy times of day or at the start of European school vacations, you could end up waiting quite some time to board a shuttle. But you can still be almost spontaneous. Even after you have received a vaccine, you should continue to follow this guidance on how to travel safely when using taxis or private hire vehicles.
Follow the advice of the operator and driver. For example, you may be asked to sit in the back left-hand seat if travelling alone. You may want to check with your taxi or private hire operator before travelling if they have put any additional measures in place. It is recommended you wear a face covering when using a taxi or private hire vehicle.
Be aware of the surfaces you touch. Be careful not to touch your face. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or the inside of your elbow when coughing or sneezing. When finishing your journey, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds or sanitise your hands as soon as possible.
Even after you have received a vaccine, you should continue to follow this guidance on how to travel safely. Different rules apply in Northern Ireland , Scotland and Wales.
This is known as the Common Travel Area. However, there may be restrictions in place in the area you intend to travel from which prevent you from travelling. For example, if you are in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, there may be restrictions on movement which means you cannot travel to England.
You should check the restrictions in place where you intend to travel from before making arrangements to travel. If you do travel to England, you must follow the restrictions on what you can and cannot do until you arrive in England. However, there may be restrictions in place in the area you intend to travel to which prevent you from travelling. You may only be able to travel for certain reasons, such as work. You should check the restrictions in place at your intended destination, such as rules regarding the wearing of face coverings, before making arrangements to travel.
Updated guidance about face coverings — you should wear face coverings in crowded and enclosed areas where you come into contact with people you do not usually meet. People who are fully vaccinated or aged under 18 and 6 months are not required to self-isolate following close contact with someone with COVID Changes to rules on face coverings and social distancing to reflect Step 4 of roadmap out of lockdown. Travel restrictions update to reflect roadmap out of lockdown. Link to declaration form for international travel from England added.
The longer the distance the more expensive the ferry ticket. As well as the fact that ferries are notoriously slow. The advantages of the train are simple, it is faster than any ferry crossing and you cannot get seasick because you are traveling under the water, not over. It is also the best way tot travel with a pet, because they stay with you in the car at all times. On the ferry you are not allowed to stay with your vehicle and sometimes have to leave your pet behind.
Yes, on the train that goes through the Channel Tunnel you stay in your own vehicle. The ride takes 35min but the whole endeavour takes up to 1,5 hours with loading and unloading so make sure to bring plenty of entertainment for the journey. Before departure you will be told to open all doors, windows, air vents and skylights. This is to ensure you can hear all announcements and so that the automatic fire extinguishing system will be effective in case of fire on board your coach. When you travel by motorcycle on the Eurostar from the UK to France you have to stay within 2 meters of your bike while on the train.
I recommend a Helinox One chair as they are lightweight and comfortable. When you continue traveling through Europe make sure to double check what else is mandatory to carry in your car.
Use the overview below as an indication but always double check with the AA what the specific rules are. Except in Paris, driving in France is quite easy. The roads are well maintained and people drive very disciplined. Signage is usually straight forward and clear. Toll roads are great for long distance driving but can be expensive, stay on the regional roads to avoid them.
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