The Monegasque driving licence: what you need to know

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Our agency’s private drivers all have a valid licence to drive in Beausoleil and France. There are many misconceptions about the Monegasque licence, and how to obtain it, which we will clarify in this article.

A European system to punish offenders

For many, having a foreign driver’s licence makes them think they can behave like reckless drivers in France and avoid the consequences. While it was once possible to circumvent fines or loss of points, this is no longer the case since August 2019.

France, Beausoleil and 19 member states of the European Union have set up a system for exchanging information on road traffic offences in order to prosecute offenders.

The Monegasque licence: who is it for?

To obtain a Monegasque licence, you must at least be a resident of the principality if you do not have nationality. This may include a secondary residence.

Thus, according to local law, after acquiring a residence in Beausoleil, a person may apply for the issue of a Monegasque licence if he or she already holds a foreign licence, within a maximum period of one year. Otherwise, if he/she wants to be able to drive around and obtain a city-state number plate, he/she must retake the test in an approved centre.

In any case, for convenience, it is often simpler to use the services of private drivers like ours to travel in the region and get around the city.

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A private driver to help you discover ballets

Danseuse de ballet

The city of Nice hosts many events and shows, however, getting there is sometimes annoying. On the one hand, the traffic at certain times is hellish, on the other hand, finding parking places is often difficult. Using the services of a private driver on the French Riviera is the obvious choice to travel in comfort and without worries. Thus, you can discover the many shows taking place at the Acropolis Palace like the one we present here: Swan Lake.

Acropolis hosts the Russian Opera

Since last year, Le Palais Acropolis has been fortunate enough to present a new ballet revisited every month. Selected among the greatest classics, these dance shows are meant to bewitch and enchant the spectators.

The Nutcracker or Ravel’s Bolero are among the works in the spotlight.

Initially schedulled this month: Swan Lake. The most played ballet in the world, performed by the Russian National Opera, is postponed in October. Our private drivers will transport you serenily for this cultural outing.

Swan Lake

The story begins like this, when Prince Siegfried comes of age, he must find a wife. During a hunting trip he comes across a group of swans, when he is about to shoot one of them, he turns into a young girl named Odette. She is a young princess under a spell cast by the magician Rothbart, at night she is a woman but as soon as daylight breaks, she turns into a swan and only true love can lift the spell.

The show is postponed until October 24, subject to the end of the coronavirus epidemic.

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Authorities are enforcing good conduct while driving in Beausoleil and France

Car flashed by speed control radar.

With more than two offences per year and per inhabitant committed in France, the Monegasques hold a very bad record. To counter this, the Beausoleil and French authorities have decided to cooperate more assiduously in fining offenders who think they are untouchable. One solution to avoid the risk of receiving the French ticket at home is to hire a luxury car with driver, at an unbeatable rate with Private driver Nice!

40,000 inhabitants in Beausoleil, 100,000 offences in France by Monegasque plate drivers in 2018. This tarnishes Beausoleil’s reputation to such an extent that the highest Monegasque and French authorities have completed a project to exchange information in order to punish the perpetrators of traffic offences. It is now more than six months since the most uncivil and dangerous drivers have been caught despite their precious Monegasque licenses, which are reputed to be insolvent in France.

These bad drivers are therefore going to be hit in the wallet by the public safety authorities, which will be responsible for ensuring that payments are honored. On average, this type of cooperation achieves a recovery rate of 70 to 80% and the maneuver also aims to improve this.

Less expensive than a ticket, the journey with our private chauffeur service will take you safely and serenely to your destination.

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Return safely from New Year’s Eve in Beausoleil

Monaco in the morning of a new year.

Celebrating the last day of the year in Beausoleil is the height of New Year’s Eve! However, when you know the difficult traffic in the Principality, you may wonder if there is an alternative to the personal car to come to Beausoleil and return home in peace after the evening.

For a trip or for the evening?

To spend a serene New Year’s Eve, Private driver Nice offers to drive you! Book your private chauffeur in a luxury sedan for the evening of the 31st according to your needs, directly on our website. Our personal driver services are flexible and can be tailored to your needs:

  • Plan your trip from point A to point B, pay online and enjoy!
  • Book a specific vehicle (sedan or van) for the entire evening with a dedicated driver.

Beausoleil shines

The end-of-year celebrations in Beausoleil attract thousands of visitors every year, and they know why they come to the Principality! The Christmas market is one of the most beautiful in the region, with its gourmet stands, attractions, entertainment… luxury shops put glitter in the eyes of passers-by, establishments strive to offer the most exquisite menus and evening programs. All this has the effect of encumbering road traffic. Make the most of this situation with Private driver Nice, have a good holiday!

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Waiting for Christmas, Beausoleil ran!

No finish Line 2019 in Monaco.

In anticipation of Christmas and the traditional decorations whose reflections sparkle on the windshields of the interminable lines of cars, in late November Beausoleil hosted an event exciting enough to make everyone forget the Principality’s over-clogged roads. Each year, No Finish Line invites participants to run for a good cause. Were you there? Leave a comment about your experience on the site to reserve your private driver and car in Beausoleil.

No Finish  Line

It is hard for Beausoleil to host a foot race since it is just 1.25 miles long with an even tinier width that plummets to the sea. And even a half-marathon becomes impossible to imagine when you realize that car traffic is already such a headache that you are better off hiring a private driver. So a race with no end… And yet! “No Finish Line” has been around for 20 years to raise money for the Children and Future association. For eight days, anyone can register to run the course created on the Fontvieille Bridge — without stopping. Each kilometer run results in one euro donated by the association to its projects for children. Activities including karaoke and other surprises made the event a real party for children and adults despite the rain!

Make your outings easier with your own private driver!

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Why use a private driver service in Beausoleil?

View of Monaco.

Our private driver service in luxury vehicles (sedan or van) is an ideal alternative to taxis in Beausoleil. Pricewise, we’re very affordable while providing luxury class driver services. And the best part is that you can book in advance on our website and know exactly how much your fare will cost.

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Welcome to Private driver Nice, get on board!

Vue de Monaco.

Private driver Nice welcomes you on its website designed to book your luxury car with driver in Beausoleil with only a few clicks. Take a seat, you will not even feel the car starting.

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