3 top tips for motorhome travel in France

Thinking of heading to France in your motorhome? Then there are some crucial differences in travelling and driving that you need to know. Have no fear, Matt is here with his 3 top tips for motorhome travel in France.
From the well-established low-emission zones put in place in many French cities to differences in gas systems on the continent, this episode unpacks everything you need to know and what you need to do with your motorhome before you travel. Plus, Matt gives one of his must-have items for off-peak travel; an ACSI card.
If you can survive Keith’s attempts at French, this episode will be helpful in planning your next holiday in France!
This episode is sponsored by That Leisure Shop; The camping and leisure vehicle accessory specialists. Ready for the adventure. Visit www.thatleisureshop.com/ to shop.
Read the full transcript here:
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Find out more about ACSI here:
www.campingcard.co.uk/
*Please note that a Crit'Air sticker must be placed in the lower right corner of your windscreen, not on the bumper as accidentally stated in the video.
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[@davidmatthews3093]

You only get fined for entering a Crit Air area. You will not be fined for entering France without a Crit Air sticker. It goes on the inside of the windscreen not on the back of your car/van as you suggested.

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Another winner! Thanks for correcting. You are quite right

[@jimrichardson3465]

I found this fantastic. Really helped me on my maiden voyage to France.

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Thank you for taking the time to let me know! It means a lot to hear from our listeners and we're glad you found this helpful. If you have any questions in future then don't hesitate to ask and we'll feature it! You can send it at www.motorhomematt.co.uk/askmatt

[@user-go6cf2zj7v]

Great show thanks

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Thank you for watching!

[@user-te3ko6yy1h]

The critair sticker goes on the windscreen, not on the back!

[@MotorhomeMatt]

You are of course correct! I didn’t realise I’d said this until after the video was published. I’ve since corrected this is a subsequent episode but thank you for pointing out the mistake. Sorry!

[@YouRedsNic]

someone mis-informed you. .uk is uk and .ua is Ukraine

[@wheelhouseadventures8176]

Thanks

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Welcome :)

[@SlimTortoise]

My only issue with the Acsi card for me was they debited my account for the following year when I did not ask for it, I was so irritated by this I never used them again, So inform your listeners that once you take out this card, they will keep taking your money until you ask them to stop and even then it has to be at least a months notice maybe two, correct me if I'm wrong?

[@fosterb247]

Great upload thanks - I have the European Campingaz 907 bottle in my camper van. The recent gas crisis means I cannot exchnage it for a refill here in North East UK. Not sure of supply in wider Europe, but to rely on any liquid gas supply at this time is tricky 🤓

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Thank you! It certainly is difficult at the moment, unfortunately. Sorry to hear you're having trouble.

[@SlimTortoise]

I designed a pipe with the right connections and refill them my self, every fill I save about €25 plus.

[@davidmatthews3093]

Campingaz is sold throughout Europe.

[@marcoantoniomoreno2055]

Ordered my Critair stick nearly 2 months ago and still not arrived and I travel in a week 😮

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Really? Usually takes a week to arrive. Might be worth a chase or another purchase. Did you buy from the French gov website?

[@marcoantoniomoreno2055]

@@MotorhomeMatt yes. Iv got confirmation and it’s shows yellow class 2 sticker on the email so I’m going to print it and stick in window

[@davidmatthews3093]

The Crit air sticker goes on the inside of the windscreen not on the back of your car/van as you suggested.

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Yup! You win a prize. Thanks for noticing my stupid mistake. You’ve made a vip list! I’d add on the right hand bottom corner too.

[@tradecarsdirectltd2344]

Crit'air on front not back lol 😂

[@MotorhomeMatt]

You are quite right! I’m getting old… mistakes come easier these days

[@TheIrishMegaphone]

Very informative podcast. Many thanks. Quick tip - Republic of Ireland is the name of the Irish football team and not the country. Constitutionally, Ireland or Éire is the official name of the country, although it is indeed a republic.

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Thank you for listening and for the correction. :-)

[@robhavard1811]

I have previously joined ACSI but have found that the camp sites I stayed on only discount by one adult per night. As I travel solo it is not worth me joining.

[@travelcampervansandmore]

Hi, could you explain that again? I'm a solo traveller and was about to join ACSI.

[@dicktator3196]

Safefill 10Kg Refillable LPG bottle £218.00, Euro adaptor adaptor kit £45 ish ...17/9/2022..

[@MotorhomeMatt]

What's your experience of refilling a Safefill bottle on the continent? I have been stopped from refilling the removable type on a forecourt and told I must have a fixed refill point in the vehicle. This was in Belgium.

[@travelcampervansandmore]

Editing error at 12:56. I've linked this video to Britain's largest MH forum. You should get more views and subscribers!

[@MotorhomeMatt]

Good spot! Unfortunately, we can't alter this after upload so you'll have to forgive the error. 🙏 Thank you for your kind words though and for sharing the podcast. Glad you're enjoying it!

[@ianemery7785]

So the Crit’air sticker goes on the back of your vehicle? Really🤔? Shouldn’t you do some homework before making statements like this? Portraying yourself as an authority😂

[@MotorhomeMatt]

You are absolutely right, what a parapraxis! GB sticker on the rear, Crit'Air on the lower right-hand corner of the windscreen and failure to do so could result in a fine. Thank you for pointing out this error, we will add this correction in the notes.

[@ianjames3078]

@@MotorhomeMattfrom inside or outside are you looking at the right hand side?

[@MotorhomeMatt]

@@ianjames3078 looking from the inside

[@davidmatthews3093]

Be careful where you place your sticker on the rh side of your windscreen as there have been several reports of MOT stations removing them as they are placed within the swept part of the windscreen.