{"id":12259,"date":"2024-10-08T09:15:04","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T09:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?p=12259"},"modified":"2025-01-29T14:58:31","modified_gmt":"2025-01-29T14:58:31","slug":"free-flow-toll-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/","title":{"rendered":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>This article is also available in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.fr\/magazine\/guides-et-conseils\/peage-flux-libre-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7 French<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.de\/magazine\/news\/free-flow-maut-in-frankreich\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddea German<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.es\/magazine\/consejos\/peaje-de-flujo-libre-en-francia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddf8 Spanish<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 2019, free-flow tolling has gained popularity in France: already six French motorways are adopting this system. With this technology, motorists can drive without stopping at traditional toll barriers. Let\u2019s explore how open-road tolling works and what drivers should expect when visiting France by car or motorbike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Free-flow tolling, also called open road tolling, all-electronic tolling, or cashless tolling, allows vehicles to pass under gantries without slowing down or stopping. It\u2019s an alternative to traditional toll barriers with booths. These gantries are equipped with cameras and sensors to record license plate numbers and detect toll badges.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drivers can pay for their journey using various payment methods:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online, before or after each trip<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Via a subscription service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With an electronic toll badge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In cash (in some cases)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This free-flow model stands out for its efficiency and ability to ease traffic flow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2024\/10\/unsplash_rf-free-flow-toll-france.jpg\" alt=\"Free flow toll in France\" class=\"wp-image-12302 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Free flow toll in France<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free-Flow Toll in France:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#french_motorways\">French Motorways with Open-Road Tolling<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#payment_free_flow_toll\">How to Pay a Free-Flow Toll in France?<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#adavantages_open_toll_road\">Advantages of Open-Road Tolling&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#what_to_do_if_i_forgot_to_pay\">What to Do if I Forgot to Pay or I Received a Reminder?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#additional_ressources\">Additional Resources&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#FAQ\">FAQ Open-Road Tolling in France<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"french_motorways\">1. French Motorways with Open-Road Tolling: A4, A10, A13, A14, A79, and A837&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several motorway sections are operating with free-flow tolling, including:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A79 motorway<\/strong>: One of the first major roads in France to adopt barrier-free tolls. The section connecting Montmarault to Digoin is a prime example.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A4, A10, and A837 motorways<\/strong>: Some sections, particularly in \u00cele-de-France, use free-flow gantries to ease congestion in heavily trafficked areas.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A13 and A14 motorways<\/strong>: Heavily used by motorists traveling from Normandy to Paris, these motorways benefit from free-flow technology to improve traffic flow at the capital\u2019s entrance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These roads are managed by different operators (Vinci Autoroutes, SANEF, and Aliae), marking a new era for motorway infrastructure in France.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"payment_free_flow_toll\">2. How to Pay a Free-Flow Toll in France?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When driving on a motorway with free-flow tolling, you can pay either before or after your trip. Payment methods may vary slightly between operators, as outlined in the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Highway<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Operator<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Pay for a trip online<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cash payment<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Account creation<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A4 \u2013 A13 \u2013 A14&nbsp;<\/td><td>SANEF<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanef.com\/index-en.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SANEF Website<\/a>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Authorized tobacco shops (Nirio, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nirio.fr\/trouver-point-de-vente\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">map here<\/a>)<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanef.com\/index-en.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SANEF Account<\/a>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A79&nbsp;<\/td><td>Alie&nbsp;<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/paiement.aliae.com\/en\/form\/payment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Alie Website<\/a>&nbsp;<\/td><td>Via <a href=\"https:\/\/paiement.aliae.com\/en\/ou-seront-situees-les-bornes-de-paiement-sur-l-autoroute--6187193855843753596\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">payment terminals on A79<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nirio.fr\/trouver-point-de-vente\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nirio<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulli.com\/en\/sesame\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sesame Fulli Account<\/a>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A10 \u2013 A837&nbsp;<\/td><td>Vinci<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/ulys.vinci-autoroutes.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ulys Free account (required)<\/a>&nbsp;<\/td><td>No<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/ulys.vinci-autoroutes.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ulys Free Account<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Before the Journey on an Open-Road Tolling Motorway&nbsp;<\/strong><br>Frequent users of French free-flow motorways have several options to prepare their trip and ensure payment is handled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Toll payment subscription<\/strong>: With a toll payment badge or a customer account, the amount is automatically deducted when your vehicle passes under the gantry. This is the simplest and most convenient solution, especially for frequent travelers.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advance payment<\/strong>: Platforms like Ulys and Aliae allow drivers to prepay by entering their license plate.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mobile applications<\/strong>: Apps like Fulli make it easy to pay and track journeys.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>After the Free-Flow Motorway Journey&nbsp;<\/strong><br>If you haven\u2019t paid in advance, don\u2019t worry! You can settle the toll within three days of passing through the gantries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Online payment<\/strong>: Pay via the operator&#8217;s website, e.g., <a href=\"https:\/\/paiement.aliae.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">paiement.aliae.com<\/a>, by entering your license plate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physical terminals or FDJ points<\/strong>: You can pay at Nirio-approved FDJ points or via nearby terminals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to pay promptly to avoid penalties. In France, you have 72 hours to settle a free-flow toll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.fr\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/peage-flux-libre.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adavantages_open_toll_road\">3. Advantages of Open-Road Tolling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The French government has promoted the adoption of this technology. Discussions began in 2018, leading to the 2019 mobility orientation law, which recommended the use of free-flow tolling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first tests occurred in early 2019 on the A4 motorway, replacing the Boulay Moselle toll with a free-flow system. While there may be some issues, the system is largely beneficial. Here\u2019s why:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ecology and Traffic Flow&nbsp;<\/strong><br>One of the main advantages of free-flow tolling is its positive impact on the environment. By eliminating the need to stop at toll barriers, CO\u2082 emissions are reduced. Traffic jams around traditional tolls are also avoided. Such an approach facilitates the flow of traffic. Which makes motorway journeys much less stressful for travelers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Time-Saving and Comfort&nbsp;<\/strong><br>The absence of barriers and slowdowns saves considerable time. Particularly on the busiest roads and during the summer rush hour. By making traffic flow more fluid, drivers can cover distances more quickly, without having to stop.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Free-flow tolls are also part of a logic of increased comfort for motorists. By eliminating the need to look for something to pay or to queue at toll booths, road trips in France become more pleasant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Safety&nbsp;<\/strong><br>Speed differences between vehicles is a factor that increases the risk of accidents. With the old system, even holding a badge required cars to reduce their speed by up to 20 mph. Approaches to barriers are often areas where the risk of accidents is high.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their removal therefore eliminates this safety risk. In addition, the reduction in fatigue and stress while driving should also have positive consequences on the accident rate in France. More rested and calmer drivers are more alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what_to_do_if_i_forgot_to_pay\">4. What to Do if I Forgot to Pay or I Received a Reminder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forgot to pay for a free-flow section, you have 72 hours to pay without penalty. Simply:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the motorway operator\u2019s dedicated website (e.g., Ulys or Aliae).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your registration plate number.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the payment instructions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fail to pay within 72 hours, a reminder will be sent. If you settle within 15 days, a penalty of \u20ac10 is applied, in addition to the toll fee. After 15 days, the penalty increases to \u20ac90. If not paid within two months, the penalty jumps to \u20ac375. It\u2019s best to resolve these notices quickly to avoid further complications!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"additional_ressources\">5. Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Free-flow tolling marks a major improvement for France\u2019s motorway network. It offers smoother, more comfy journeys while reducing emissions. However, drivers must familiarize themselves with the payment methods. The easiest way is to create an account or use a toll payment badge for automated payments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about free-flow tolling, visit:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecologie.gouv.fr\/peage-flux-libre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">French Gover<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecologie.gouv.fr\/peage-flux-libre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">n<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecologie.gouv.fr\/peage-flux-libre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ment Page on Free-Flow Tolling<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanef.com\/index-en.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SANEF<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aliae.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Aliae<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ulys.vinci-autoroutes.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Vinci Autoroutes<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"FAQ\">6. FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How is my registration plate recorded?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Gantries are equipped with high-definition cameras that record your plate when you pass at normal speed. If you\u2019ve linked a payment method to your plate, you\u2019ll be automatically charged.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What\u2019s the difference between an electronic toll badge and an account?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>An electronic toll badge works with all French operators and abroad (Spain, Portugal, Italy). An account is operator-specific. Frequent travelers may prefer a badge, while those who mainly use the same motorway can stick to an account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I still pay in cash?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Yes, except for Vinci-operated roads. You can pay within 72 hours at Nirio-approved FDJ points of sale. For the A79, you can also pay in cash at nearby terminals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Are there penalties if I forget to pay?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Yes, late payments incur a penalty of \u20ac10 if paid within 15 days of the reminder. After that, it increases to \u20ac90, and after two months, it rises to \u20ac375.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How can I tell if a motorway uses free flow?<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Free-flow sections are clearly indicated by signs ahead of time. You can also check the motorway operators&#8217; websites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See more : <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/road-trips\/road-trip-france\/\">Road trip in France<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/travel\/french-castles\/\">Beautiful Castles in France<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This article is also available in \ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7 French, \ud83c\udde9\ud83c\uddea German and \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddf8 Spanish. Since 2019, free-flow tolling has gained popularity in France: already six French motorways are adopting this system. With this technology, motorists can drive without stopping at traditional toll barriers. Let\u2019s explore how open-road tolling works and what drivers should expect when visiting&#8230;<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":111,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[167,31],"class_list":{"0":"post-12259","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-tips","7":"tag-france","8":"tag-toll-roads","9":"entry"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0 | SIXT rent a car Magazine<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover how free-flow tolling on motorways in France works. Learn about payment methods and what steps to take if you forget to pay.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0 | SIXT rent a car Magazine\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Discover how free-flow tolling on motorways in France works. Learn about payment methods and what steps to take if you forget to pay.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"SIXT rent a car Magazine\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-10-08T09:15:04+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-01-29T14:58:31+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2024\/10\/unsplash_rf-free-flow-toll-france.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"933\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"700\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"packermann\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"packermann\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"6 minutes\" \/>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0 | SIXT rent a car Magazine","description":"Discover how free-flow tolling on motorways in France works. Learn about payment methods and what steps to take if you forget to pay.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0 | SIXT rent a car Magazine","og_description":"Discover how free-flow tolling on motorways in France works. Learn about payment methods and what steps to take if you forget to pay.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/","og_site_name":"SIXT rent a car Magazine","article_published_time":"2024-10-08T09:15:04+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-01-29T14:58:31+00:00","og_image":[{"width":933,"height":700,"url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2024\/10\/unsplash_rf-free-flow-toll-france.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"packermann","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"packermann","Est. reading time":"6 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/"},"author":{"name":"packermann","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/ed2af37c9b0ee5c0d0358abc9c9c67f1"},"headline":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0","datePublished":"2024-10-08T09:15:04+00:00","dateModified":"2025-01-29T14:58:31+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/"},"wordCount":1281,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2024\/10\/unsplash_rf-free-flow-toll-france.jpg","keywords":["France","toll roads"],"articleSection":["Guides &amp; Tips"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/","url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/","name":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0 | SIXT rent a car Magazine","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2024\/10\/unsplash_rf-free-flow-toll-france.jpg","datePublished":"2024-10-08T09:15:04+00:00","dateModified":"2025-01-29T14:58:31+00:00","description":"Discover how free-flow tolling on motorways in France works. Learn about payment methods and what steps to take if you forget to pay.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#primaryimage","url":"","contentUrl":""},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/tips\/free-flow-toll-france\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How Free-Flow Tolling in France works: The Ultimate Guide\u00a0"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/","name":"SIXT rent a car Magazine","description":"Travel Tips and News","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#organization","name":"SIXT Rent A Car","url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/SIXT_Logo_Pos_RGB-2.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/SIXT_Logo_Pos_RGB-2.png","width":2000,"height":804,"caption":"SIXT Rent A Car"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/ed2af37c9b0ee5c0d0358abc9c9c67f1","name":"packermann","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/195d0b7721724d95e00a8ed0c09b668246fc329f4ff3e92513836d6626653185?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/195d0b7721724d95e00a8ed0c09b668246fc329f4ff3e92513836d6626653185?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"packermann"}}]}},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12259","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/111"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12259"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12259\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12259"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12259"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sixt.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12259"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}