Internet & Phone
Since June 15, 2017, "Roam like at home" applies in the EU — German, Austrian, and Swiss mobile customers (Switzerland: depending on the tariff) use their data volume in France without surcharge as at home.
Mobile
- Network Coverage — excellent in cities and along the coast (4G/5G). In rural areas, the Massif Central, and mountains, there may be dead zones
- French Prepaid SIM — available if needed from Free Mobile, Orange, SFR, or Bouygues. Free Mobile offers 50 MB data and unlimited SMS in France for €2/month — the cheapest offer in Europe
- eSIM — Orange and Free offer eSIM, activatable online
WLAN
- Hotels and Holiday Apartments — almost everywhere free WLAN, quality varies greatly
- Cafés and Restaurants — most offer free WLAN. Code often on the receipt or on the wall
- Public WLAN — at train stations (SNCF offers free WLAN in most major stations), in libraries, and some parks
- TGV — WLAN is available on all TGVs (free in 1st class, limited in 2nd class). Quality varies depending on the route
Useful Numbers
- France Dialing Code: +33
- Emergency: 112 (European), 15 (SAMU), 17 (Police), 18 (Fire Brigade)
- Directory Assistance: 118 xxx (various providers, chargeable)
