Traffic rules Martinique
General:
Martinique has a very well developed route network. The regions south of Fort-de-France are the best to reach. Here there are even four-lane roads. At the coast most of the roads are winding and sometimes very steep. Otherwise the same traffic rules apply as in France. There are plenty of petrol stations.
Driving licence:
An international driving licence is not essential.
Promise limit:
The 0.5 per mille limit applies in Martinique, as in France.
Fines:
Alcohol can be quite expensive here, as in France. Between 0.5 and 0.79 per mille, the penalty is still 750 euros, then up to 4500 euros.
Speeding: from 90 euros
Red light: from 90 euros
Overtaking ban disregarded: from 90 euros
Parking ban: from 10 euros
Telephoning without hands-free: 135 euros
Similar traffic rules apply as everywhere else in Europe. Speed limits are 50 km/h in cities and 90 km/h is allowed on rural roads. In wet conditions, get off the gas, then only 80 km/h applies on rural roads.
Since July 1, 2012, an unused breathalyzer must be carried with you, deposited in the vehicle and accessible at all times.
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