What else will i need?? First timer (1 Viewer)

[Dereckerick]

Hello all

I am about to plan my first trip accross to France. Ive been MHing for quite some time so I know my UK essentials.

I am still debating the South or Atlantic Coast? I am really after nice weather so it may be leaning towards the South...


Anyhow, ive been reading the threads and seaking bits and bobs of advise on what i will take in addition to the usual UK stuff

Please make any additions that you feel would be needed/ a worth while addition

What I have listed so far is;

Hi Viz vest
2 pin hook up adaptor
Hazzard triangle
Upgraded first aid kit
log book, insurance and liscence
24' MH breakdown cover
map
Aries book UK and French
Sat nav
Different tap fittings for FW fill ups
Gas Mask (joke!!)

 

[pappajohn]

A full bulb replacement kit......and the means to change them..... screwdrivers etc.

vest for each passenger as well as your own.

headlamp beam deflectors


if you have bikes on a rack then you need a square warning board. not sure if its a legal requirement in france though.

 

[Dereckerick]

Ahh, i'd forgotten the replacement bulbs!

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[highwayman]

It's either france or its spain but one of them requires two warning triangles. oh:
If you head south you may nip into spain so i'd get another just to be sure. :thumb:


regards...nige

 

[staging lady]

A reverse polarity test cable,
European Health Card (former E111).
Suncream ( !),
After Sun Cream,
Mosquito spray
Have a great time. The weather might be warmer and more settled down south rather than the Atlantic coast, but it all depends on the jet stream, I think.
Lucille

 

[pappajohn]

comprehensive first aid kit......not a cheap one with next to nothing in it

fire extinquisher......if you dont already have one.

in one of the euro countries its compulsory to use YOUR extinquisher on a car fire even if it aint your car.
its also compulsory to give assistance in an accident....dont just drive on.

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[Snowbird]

Camping carnet, Many European campsites will keep your passport till you leave if you dont have a camping carnet with you. Its somthing to do with insurance when on campsite. For instance,you damage any of there property with your camper. Camping and caravan club will supply it.Have a good trip and enjoy it.Regards,Dave.

 

[Dereckerick]

A reverse polarity test cable,
European Health Card (former E111).
Suncream ( !),
After Sun Cream,
Mosquito spray
Have a great time. The weather might be warmer and more settled down south rather than the Atlantic coast, but it all depends on the jet stream, I think.
Lucille

Reverse polarity test cable?

Ive got my health cards and the suncream is on the better halfs list

 

[champers]

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[6pm Cowboy]

And not forgetting a decent bottle of vinigar to go on your chips.

 

[Euromobil]

Continental Accident agreement form, if not already with policy, saves a lot of hassle and language problems if you are unlucky enough to have an accident.

 

[kenspain]

Be safe

The police here in Spain like you to have a fire extinguisher with you.

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[jomel]

Some Anthisan cream for bites n stings? I bet you already have it in your first aid box anyway. And a good cushion to relax with
Me? :thumb:

 

[JJ]

Fray Bentos pies...!

JJ

 

[Venita]

Hi there, we are doing the same trip down to the South of France. We went last year and had a great time apart from we went too late and very few campsites were open. We are going a few weeks earlier this time to make sure. Your list is very comprehensive and apart from all of the other posts, I cannot think of anything else but would just like to say " have fun" and stay safe and we might see you there!
:thumb:

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[little jack]

If youre usi camp sites, can I suggest you take - or get: 1) A universal sink plug, as on many sites the washbasins dont have plugs, and 2) Toilet rolls - the new Andrex travel packs are extremely useful, and discreet.
Enjoy your trip!

little jack

 

[Dereckerick]

Fray Bentos pies...!

JJ

Straight to the point!

Thats in the emergency food cupboard along with the Malt (spirit not loaf)

 

[wasp]

Dont forget Heinz baked Beans we took a few tins cos the French dont have em:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb:

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[Stephen & Jeannie]

Some money (euros) might be a good idea !!!....

 

[Dereckerick]

Some money (euros) might be a good idea !!!....

Take cash with me? Im a scouser, i'll be getting that on the way down....

Whats French for alloys? mmm

 

[staging lady]

Reverse polarity test cable?

Ive got my health cards and the suncream is on the better halfs list

Hope you need the suncream more than we have in North Wales this summer!

I'm not technical so will do my best. On some campsites, when you hook up to the electric junction box, the line and neutral wires can be reversed.

You can buy a polarity tester for this from caravan shops to test if the outlet point is correctly wired.

We found in France up to a third can be wrong.
Lucille

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[Heyupluv]

Hello all

I am about to plan my first trip accross to France. Ive been MHing for quite some time so I know my UK essentials.

I am still debating the South or Atlantic Coast? I am really after nice weather so it may be leaning towards the South...


Anyhow, ive been reading the threads and seaking bits and bobs of advise on what i will take in addition to the usual UK stuff

Please make any additions that you feel would be needed/ a worth while addition

What I have listed so far is;

Hi Viz vest
2 pin hook up adaptor
Hazzard triangle
Upgraded first aid kit
log book, insurance and liscence
24' MH breakdown cover
map
Aries book UK and French
Sat nav
Different tap fittings for FW fill ups
Gas Mask (joke!!)

Hi Viz vest per person (at least two)
Spare bulb kit (you can buy pack /kit of bulbs in plastic container)
electric tester for crossed polarity
Your european health card (and check the date to see if it is still current as they have be renewed every?? in france every year.... I think in the uk every 3 years)

 

[St.Cyr]

Take cash with me? Im a scouser, i'll be getting that on the way down....

Whats French for alloys? mmm

'Jantes alu' .... :thumb: