Sounds like that €198 fine in France is quite lenient.
Spain I bet will be the one that catches a few out that think they can try it on.
Fines for staying over 90 days in the EU
Overstaying your limit in the EU also means risking a fine. This can be levied along with other penalties and the amount depends on the country.
In
Italy, you might have to pay between €5,000 and €10,000. In
Germany, a fine of up to €3,000 is possible while in
Spain it can range from €500 to €10,000.
Non-EU nationals, which now include Britons, risk fines and barred re-entry to the EU if they overstay the 90 day limit.
www.euronews.com