Welcome to Drive-Alive Self-Drive Holidays in France.

Motoring holidays in France, Driving Tips and Tourist Information for France

Everything for your holiday in France all on one site.

France is twice the size of the UK but with roughly the same number of people. So there are plenty of wide open spaces and, except near large towns and cities, the roads are much less crowded then in Great Britain. Add to this the proximity of France to the UK and it all adds up to a country where a driving holiday holds considerable appeal. More tourist information for France.

There are something like 25 different ferry routes between France and the UK, so wherever you live you should find a route to suit you. Check out our ferry information page for more information.

France has an amazing variety of different scenery and climate. There are fantastic beaches, lazy rivers flowing through wooded countryside, and the mighty Alpine peaks. The climate ranges from not too different to that of the UK in the north, to the warmth and sunshine of the Mediterranean. So decide what you want, book your passage and have a great holiday!

• Search and book hotels in France.
• Find self catering apartments and holiday homes in France.
• Great value camping holidays in France.
• Links to the websites for all the ferry crossings and Eurotunnel.
• Or leave your car at home and travel by Eurostar for a relaxing and less polluting journey.
• If you are driving take out vehicle breakdown insurance and travel insurance for complete peace of mind.
• See our tips for driving in France.
• Use our route planner to calculate distances and journey times.
• Find Driving directions to and from your hotel, holiday home or campsite.
• For winter sports holidays in France find and book ski apartments or chalets. Search alpine hotels from B&Bs to luxury spa hotels.
• Hire your ski and snow board equipment before you go for great discounts.

Car hire in France: If you fly check our car hire. Fantastic rates on a wide range of vehicles, available from your destination airport.

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These are just a few of the internationally famous hotel chains we deal with, as well as offering one of the most comprehensive selection of independent hotels in Europe.

Novotel	Ibis	Minotel	Mercure
Best Western	Relais du Silence	Campanile Hotels	Kyriad Hotels
	Logis de France	InterHotel