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No snow tyre fines in France this winter – but insurers may require them

Tyres are required in mountainous communes, but non-compliance will not be punished this winter

Drivers face fines as France tyre ban comes into force

The use of ‘all-season’ 'M+S' tyres without the 'three peak mountain snowflake symbol' - is to be penalised from November in certain areas

PHOTOS: snow in Brittany and 180 km/h gales as storm Nelson arrives

The storm hit the north and west of France overnight. Train services are disrupted

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Storms, snow and strong winds forecast for France over Easter

Rain is expected across the country for the bank holiday weekend. Three departments are on alert for icy road conditions

Weekend snow, flood, and heavy rain warnings in south-east France

Two weeks of rainfall predicted in a few days in some areas

SEE: Metre of snow in Pyrénées and floods hit south-east France

A roadside assistance worker was killed after being struck by a car and visitors to a ski resort were unable to leave due to snow blocking the access road

Skiers delight as up to 60cm of snow set to hit French resorts

Heavy snowfall in the Pyrenees and Alps is a boost for tourism but avalanche warnings are in place in some areas

June heat in south of France but snow on way: weekly weather outlook

Calm temperatures to be replaced by gales, storms and cévenol rains

4 tips to stay safe and check icy roads in real-time in France

We cover journey planning, safer driving - and tyre socks

Drivers told to delay trips as snow hits Paris and northern France

Clash of winds leads to temperature differences of 13C just a few kilometres apart

Workers told to go home as snow arrives in northern France

Temperatures in north remain at below freezing - but south-west is 20C warmer

Black ice and snow alerts multiply across north France

Drivers warned to be particularly vigilant. Up to 20cm of snow is predicted for some areas later in the week

Most of northern France - and some of south - set for snow this week

Clash of winds will see turbulent weather

More snow in south of France, but temperatures to rise nationwide

Several departments remain on alert due to the icy road conditions

Power cuts, tyres, fires: 12 rules for winter weather in France

Navigate the colder temperatures with (relative) ease with these rules, including for vehicles and pavement clearing

Where will it snow in France today or overnight and by how much?

‘Light dustings’ will be seen on northern hills but up to 30cm may fall in the mountains

Further temperature drop on way for France - and set to last for days

It will be particularly cold in the east where up to 30cm of snow is forecast for higher altitudes

Cold weekend on way for France, snow expected in some areas

Temperature will be colder than average, and up to 30cm of snow to fall in three days

Eleven changes in France for residents in April

From home energy audits to sexist contempt offences, we look at changes coming in and some key dates

French Alps on alert after a series of deadly avalanches

Skiers are being warned after no fewer than 46 avalanches have been reported over the past ten days

Snow forecast in southeast France as cold temperatures arrive

As much as 10cm could arrive in some areas, said forecaster Météo France

Colder weather on way, snow expected in south of France next week

Some areas will see temperatures drop by 10 degrees in three days

Temperatures below seasonal norms: How long will cold last in France?

Drops to as low as -6C are forecast this week

10 departments in south-west France on alert for snow, ice and floods

Up to 10cms of snow is expected in some areas

Snow, ice, rain, floods: nearly all of France remains on alert

Sixteen departments have been placed on an enhanced ‘orange’ level

IN PICTURES: Your photographs of snow scenes from around France

Thank you to readers who shared their photographs with us. Our favourites win a Connexion 2023 France wall calendar

IN PICTURES: First snow of this winter falls on many parts of France

Northern regions have been particularly affected by snow and ice this week causing disruption - but also some pretty winter scenes

Snow and ice update: north east France remains on alert

Snowfall and icy conditions are still expected today in affected areas, after the weather left hundreds of plane passengers without flights yesterday

France snow: hundreds of flights cancelled, three die in road crashes

Drivers are urged to stay home if they can amid back ice and snow alerts in many areas

Latest: Snow and ice alerts continue for parts of northern France

Nineteen departments still remain under orange alert under forecast given at 16:00

Paris workers asked to work from home tomorrow amid snow and ice alert

Some 33 departments across the north of the country placed under 'orange' warning for bad conditions, especially on the roads

More snow and ice warnings for France as lows of up to -10C predicted

There are seven departments under orange weather alerts and several local authorities have triggered ‘extreme cold’ measures in response

How cold will this week be and where is snow expected in France?

As lower than average temperatures arrive, people are being urged to limit energy consumption where possible to avoid strain on the system and possible controlled power cuts

Snow tyre law could be used by French car insurers to refuse claims

Although drivers will not be fined for non-compliance until next year, insurers say they may be exempt from cover in the case of an accident

French ski resort Val Thorens postpones opening due to lack of snow

The resort has said that there is enough snow at higher elevations but not lower down, and so will wait a week before opening

See: 10cm of hail covers town in southeast France, cold snap on way

Storms have moved in over France and now temperatures are expected to fall by 10-15C after record high seasonal temperatures earlier this week

‘Over 100mm rain in an hour’: Hérault and Gard hit by heavy downpour

The two southern French departments faced torrential rain yesterday leading to flash floods in places – they remain on storm alert today

Climate change: Snow disappearing from Alps, France included

Vegetation cover above the tree line has increased by 77% in 40 years, in a phenomenon known as the ‘greening’ of the Alps, scientists have confirmed

No Britons, no problem: French ski resorts report successful season

Covid rules meant that most British skiers were banned from France for around one month, but resorts have said that other factors have compensated

Ice and snow orange alert for 19 French departments: Effects and tips

Snow has been falling across parts of France since Thursday, and the current alert is to remain in place until at least tomorrow morning

Snow and ice: 22 French departments placed on orange alert

The snowfall began last night in northern France and will spread throughout the country today and tomorrow

Winter is back: where is snow expected in France this week?

A cold front is moving down from the Arctic and will cover the whole of France by Friday, bringing near freezing temperatures in its wake

Simon Beck: The artist reveals the secrets of his snowshoe drawings

‘When I did my first drawing I was amazed to see how good it looked from a chairlift the next day,’ the former cartographer told The Connexion

Watch: British artist creates snow art with his steps in French Alps

A new piece by London-born former civil engineer-turned-snow artist Simon Beck appeared in Savoie this week

Hautes-Alpes: ‘Snow Plan’ launches in Briançon to keep access open

Plans Neige involve measures to make it easier to visit winter resorts at times of heavy snowfall

French property: Who is responsible for clearing snow or ice?

Partner article: Rules vary around the country but If it is your responsibility, you are also liable for any injury caused by someone slipping outside your house

North and southwest France on heavy rain and flood alert

Rain and snow is expected, as temperatures rise in the Pyrenees, causing rain to replace snow at some lower altitudes. Conditions are expected to intensify overnight

Orange alert issued for snow and ice in north-east France

Heavy snowfall is expected to begin around 22:00 tonight in Meurthe-et-Moselle and Moselle and could make travel conditions difficult

Mild weather ends as cold, rain, and snow returns to France this week

Heavy snowfall is predicted for mountain areas with temperatures returning to their seasonal averages

Covid-19: What will France’s ski season look like?

Skiers will be able to ski without masks, but they will be required while on chairlifts, along with other restrictions.

Are winter tyres a legal obligation everywhere in France?

Currently you do not legally have to put winter tyres on your cars in France

Heavy rain, floods, snow, ice: 11 French departments on orange alert

Areas of the southwest and in the east are particularly affected by exceptionally heavy downpours

Where in France will snow tyres be mandatory under new November law?

Winter tyres or chains will be required in areas of 48 mountainous departments across the Alps, the Jura, the Pyrenees and more. A special sign will tell you as you enter and leave affected roads

More snow forecast in France amid alerts for snow, ice and avalanches

Météo France has placed 36 departments on yellow alert for snow and ice, and two departments on orange for avalanches, with snow and rain predicted from the east to the southwest

13 French departments on orange alert for floods, snow and black ice

The Massif Central, the Alps and the Pyrenees have all experienced significant snowfall overnight, increasing the risk of poor road conditions and avalanches

Snow forecast across France this weekend as temperatures plummet

A cold ‘peak’ is expected on Sunday, with temperatures of 0-6C forecast in the morning, and snow expected in some areas over the weekend

Mountain life: 200 years of guiding us at Chamonix in the Alps

Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix is the world’s oldest company of mountain guides. Its President, Olivier Greber, talks about their their mission to communicate their mountain passion to others

French ski stations celebrate snowfall: Opening dates and rules

After a dry October, this week’s snowfall is expected to stick and comes days before some stations open for the season. A decision on health pass rules is now awaited

Are snow chains a permitted alternative to winter tyres in France?

As of this winter, 48 departments require measures from November 1 to March 31. We explain

Recap: France’s new snow tyre law starts today, what you need to know

The Loi Montagne makes it possible for 48 mountainous departments to make snow tyres, chains or ‘socks’ obligatory in certain areas between November 1 and March 31

No health pass needed for French ski lifts if Covid cases keep falling

A plan in case the health situation worsens over winter will be confirmed by the government in the coming weeks

Mandatory winter tyres in France: key details to look out for

From November 1, all cars driving along certain roads in 48 mountainous departments will have to be fitted with winter tyres or snow chains. We help you prepare

London to Savoie ski train service resumes for winter holidaymakers

The ‘Travelski Express’ will this year be run by ski resort operator Compagnie des Alpes, offering a rail route towards 12 French ski destinations

French weather: Floods, tornados, hailstones...and now snow in June

The summer snowfall in the Pyrenees is the latest in unexpected weather in recent weeks. Forecasters say it is ‘not so rare’ in the first half of June at high altitude, but less common now

Cold weather in France: How to protect flowering fruit trees

Three nights of freezing temperatures risk damaging plants that started to bloom during last week’s warmer weather

Hot weather records for France but 20C drop and even snow next week

More than 200 hot weather records broken in recent days but Easter Monday will see a big temperature drop

New ‘Power Road’ in France clears itself of snow

A new road built to stop black ice in Corrèze has already proved its worth... by keeping itself clear of snow thanks to built-in anti-icing technology

French scientists call for samples of Sahara sand in snow

Researchers in Toulouse and Grenoble have already received samples of snow flecked with Saharan sand, as part of their studies

Icy conditions in west France cause lorry motorway ban

Update 12.55: Red alert lifted in three departments but 33 departments are still at risk of freezing rain, extreme cold or flooding

Grand Froid alerts continue - but this is no cold snap

Warning of difficult driving conditions in the northeast and west of France - but experts say conditions do not meet the definition of a cold snap

France still on alert for snow and ice amid -18C conditions

Roads are closed, school transport suspended, and the ‘grand froid’ plan initiated across much of the north, with the vulnerable and homeless most at risk

Temperatures feeling as low as -16 hit France

Heavy snowfalls have hit northern France, halting school bus services, with bitterly cold weather affecting a band from Normandy to the Grand Est

Snow and ice return to northern France

Cold spell will see temperatures dip well below freezing

Caught on camera: Wolves in the snow in French mountains

Video shows animals making their way through thick snow in southeast France

Drivers in France can be fined over €400 for snow on car

In the department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, the fine for driving with snow on the roof is a straight €450