Dijon's ZFE Exists on Paper, Not on the Road (2026)

Dijon’s ZFE was legally created on 1 January 2025, but the metropole immediately granted a general derogation, renewed annually, that lets every vehicle in — Crit’Air 5 and unclassified included. Nothing is checked at the boundary and no fine applies while that derogation stands; watch the local authority’s page in case it isn’t renewed.

Dijon Emission Zone

The Zone a Faibles Emissions (ZFE) in Dijon, France has been active since 2025. This zone restricts vehicles that do not meet minimum emission standards.

Who Can Enter?

All vehicles — there is no ZFE in force in Dijon, so no vehicle is restricted and no permit is needed today.

Sticker & Registration

You need nothing. No sticker or permit applies here today.

Enforcement

Camera-enforced + police. Operating hours: 24/7.

Fine for Non-Compliance

Driving in the Zone a Faibles Emissions without meeting the requirements will result in a no fine (zone not in force).

The Zone a Faibles Emissions in Dijon has been postponed, so there is no fine today. Any penalty announced earlier is not being enforced. We track this page against the responsible authority, so if that changes the requirement and the penalty will appear here. The Zone a Faibles Emissions in Dijon has been postponed, so there is no fine today. Any penalty announced earlier is not being enforced. We track this page against the responsible authority, so if that changes the requirement and the penalty will appear here.

Where exactly does the zone start?

Crit’Air signs at each entry point tell you which sticker categories can enter. The number varies by city — in Dijon, check the current threshold. Major ring roads and autoroutes are usually outside the zone.

The paperwork side

The Crit’Air sticker costs EUR 3.85 from certificat-air.gouv.fr. That’s the only official source. You can’t buy it at the border, at a gas station, or from the guy on the street.

Delivery to a non-French address takes 2-3 weeks. Start early. French rental cars usually come with one.

What catches people out

Rental car assumption. People assume every rental car is compliant. Most are. Some aren’t — especially budget rentals, older fleet vehicles, or cars rented from private platforms. Check at pickup.

Assuming your existing sticker from another EU country works. Germany’s Plakette doesn’t work in France. Belgium’s LEZ registration doesn’t work in France. Each country has its own system.

Driving through ‘just quickly.’ Cameras don’t care about your intentions. Enter the zone for 30 seconds or 3 hours — the fine is the same.

Trying to buy the Crit’Air sticker at the border. It doesn’t exist at border shops, gas stations, or rest stops. Online only. Three weeks delivery. No exceptions.

Alternatives that actually work

Trams have made a comeback in French cities. Lyon, Bordeaux, Strasbourg, Montpellier — they all have modern tram networks that connect suburbs to city centers. The Paris Metro speaks for itself. Single tickets run EUR 1.90-2.10.

French cities mark Park & Ride lots as ‘P+R’ or ‘Relais Tram.’ Usually free parking if you have a transit ticket. City center parking runs EUR 2-3/hour and spaces are scarce.

Dijon has a bike-sharing system. Grab one, ride around the center, drop it off. No sticker required.

For the full picture on driving in France, see our France driving guide. Tyre requirements are covered in France tyre laws.

Driving in Dijon — Quick Reference

National speed limits apply on Dijon’s roads, though urban areas have additional restrictions.

Note: 80 km/h national default; over 50 departments have reinstated 90 km/h on selected secondary roads where signposted

Speeding fines in France start at EUR 68 (fixed fine) for minor violations (1-10 km/h over) and increase steeply. Going 30+ km/h over the limit can result in EUR 135 + 2 points; over 40 km/h: EUR 135 + 3 points + possible licence suspension.

Parking costs in Dijon vary widely by zone. A park-and-ride strategy often saves both money and stress.

Tip: PayByPhone app widely accepted; street parking metered Mon-Sat

City driving in Dijon is manageable if you time your trips and watch for local quirks.

• Rush hours: 7:30-9:30 and 17:00-19:30
• Watch out for: Priority-to-the-right rule, bus lanes, scooters
• One-way streets: Historic centres often have one-way systems

Traffic in France drives on the right side of the road.

In case of emergency while driving in or around Dijon, these are the numbers to call.

When driving in France, your vehicle must carry: Warning Triangle, Reflective Vest, First Aid Kit (recommended), Fire Extinguisher (recommended), Spare Bulbs (recommended), Breathalyzer.