Before you drive abroad, it's essential that you're familiar with the rules of the road and different signs you'll encounter. The 'Priorité à Droite' rule is an important one to remember...
The Priority to the Right Rule (Priorité à Droite) can be confusing and has caught out many drivers. Although a rather archaic rule, it is standard throughout France and the same signs are increasingly being seen in other countries.
When driving through (but not restricted to) towns and villages, the priority to the right rule applies, unless you see signs indicating otherwise. The rule means you must give way to traffic joining your road from the right. This applies even though you may be on the main thoroughfare.
When Priorité à Droite applies, you must be prepared to give way to vehicles joining your road from the right. Slow down and check carefully before proceeding, as some drivers will just come straight out, at speed, without even looking!
So, how do you know who has right of way? Check the signs...