All about the A7 motorway
You're probably preparing for a wonderful holiday in our beautiful French sunshine, heading for the Mediterranean Sea! And to do this, you will most likely use the
A7 motorway
, commonly known as the "
sunshine motorway
". Connecting Lyon to Marseille, the A7 motorway covers
312km
and is an extension of the A6.
During the holiday period, particularly in July and August, many motorists experience holdups that prolong their journey. This is particularly the case in the Valence area or in Lançon de Provence, between its toll booth and Salon-de-Provence.
To
avoid these traffic jams
at the toll booths, there’s nothing better than using the
Bip&Go electronic toll badge
!
The Bip&Go electronic toll badge on the A7 motorway
In addition to having the
electronic toll system
, each of the toll stations on the A7 motorway has
specific 30km/h "T" lanes
. Practical for avoiding traffic jams at the toll booth! You will be able to drive on all toll lanes, whether they are specific lanes or not.
Unfortunately, Bip&Go does not have any branches on the A7 motorway, but don't panic, you can easily get a
Bip&Go electronic toll badge online
! You can easily manage your electronic toll subscription in our subscriber area.
Do you need an
electronic toll subscription for the A7 motorway
?
If you want an electronic toll badge for your holidays, choose the
Bip&Go “Pay as you go” electronic toll subscription
or the
Bip&Go “Liber-t Vacances” electronic toll subscription
(available only in France).
On the other hand, if you drive frequently (several times a year), you’ll prefer our
Bip&Go “Fixed price” electronic toll subscription
.
What is there to do or visit on the A7 motorway?
First of all, you can visit the beautiful city of
Lyon
, known for its “bouchons” and taste its local specialities (quenelles, pink praline tarts, Lyonnaise salads etc.) Why not also attend the Festival of Lights at the beginning of December, a match in the Lyon stadium or discover the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière!
Continuing on the A7 motorway, you can stop off in
Vienne
to see the Temple of Augustus and Livia. As an activity, you can simply cycle or boat along the Rhône.
Another stopover in
Montélimar
, this time to visit a factory that makes the famous Montélimar Nougat (without forgetting to taste it).
We continue our epic journey on the A7 towards
Orange
, to discover its ancient theatre and its special atmosphere.
Finally, we head to the historic city of
Marseille
, with its beautiful rocky inlets, its Old Port, its Velodrome stadium, the Panier district and much more!
Where is there to eat on the A7 motorway?
Subway on the A7 motorway
Sick of triangle sandwiches?
You will find
2 Subway
on the A7 motorway, in the Saint-Rambert d'Albon East services towards Lyon, but also in the same services, to the West, towards Marseille.
McDonald's on the A7 motorway
Fancy a quick McDonald's?
In the direction of Lyon, there are
2 McDonald's
on the A7 motorway, one at Montélimar East and one at Latitude 45.
In the direction of Marseille, at Pont de l'Isère and Montélimar West.
Starbucks on the A7 motorway
And why not relax with a nice coffee?
Still on the A7, at kilometre 120, you can have a coffee in
Starbucks
, at the Montélimar services, whether going towards Lyon or Marseille.
You will also find Starbucks at the Morières services on the A7 towards Marseille.
Eating in other restaurants or refuelling on the A7
Need to
refuel
or want to visit
other restaurants
on the A7 motorway?
There are many other food outlets on the A7 motorway: Léo le Bistrot at the Roussillon services, Pizza Hut at the Mornas Village services or Burger King at the Lançon de Provence West services.
You will find many Total, Eni or Shell petrol stations on the A7 motorway, but also by
downloading the Bip&Go app
! In addition to seeing the rest areas and their services, you will be able to track your use, prepare your journey, book a parking space and many other useful services!