Travelling South via Paris

damo1969
damo1969 Forum Participant Posts: 26
edited June 2017 in Overseas Campsites & Touring #1

Hi, I have travelled through France on many occasions and have always avoided Paris mainly due to comments I have read on here. However this year I am thinking of taking the plunge as it is the most direct route to my destination which is Bourges. I would welcome any comments / advice on what I can expect or is it just that bad that it should be avoided at all costs.

Thanks in advance.

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  • eurortraveller
    eurortraveller Club Member Posts: 6,830 ✭✭✭
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    edited June 2017 #2

    Everyone on here has told everyone else not to go that way - but it is allowed !  

    Approach Paris on the A1 with sat  nav switched off. After passing under the airport take the turning on to the A3, signposted Bordeaux. That motorway will become the A86 (the middle Paris ring road) . Follow the signposts for Bordeaux till you are south of the city and signs for Orleans and Bourges begin to appear. You may now switch your sat nav on again. 

     

  • Jamsdad
    Jamsdad Forum Participant Posts: 275
    edited June 2017 #3

    Avoid the Peripherique at all costs! A86 is OK but aim for mid morning or mid afternoon i. e.not rush hours. Otherwise the outer ring of A roads can be quite quiet. Have a good map and a good map reader with you!

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