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Line 11 of the Paris metro: evening traffic interrupted for 9 months

Bad news for regular users of line 11 of the Paris metro. Due to the extension to the East, traffic on the famous brown line will be interrupted three nights a week, from December 20, 2022 to September 28, 2023. We tell you everything.

Paris: discover the Paris metro's longest hidden connection

The Paris metro is so vast that many hidden connections are concealed throughout the network. And the longest connection isn't even indicated in the metro, at Saint-Augustin station on line 9!

Paris: what is the priority order for a seat in public transportation?

Pregnant woman, elderly or disabled person… Several groups of people are entitled to claim seats in public transportation. But among them, who is given priority?

The most astonishing metro stations in Paris: the highest, the deepest...

Paris metro stations hide some amazing features that you'd never suspect when you take the train. Find out which metro station is the highest, the deepest or the least crowded!

Thunderstorms: where does the water pouring into metro stations go?

Numerous videos showing the flooding of metro stations were posted on social networks during the heavy storms of August 16, 2022. But do you know how this water is evacuated?

Paris: the Marx Dormoy metro station under renovation unveils remnants from the 1960’s

The renovation of the Marx Dormoy metro line 12 station in Paris unveils remnants from the 1960’s. when commuting on the RATP network, stop by this station in the 18th arrondissement, on the platform towards Aubervilliers to enjoy the station’s historic walls, uncovered until September 30, 2022.

Paris Accor Arena: how to get to the venue? What you need to know before you come

The immense Paris Bercy venue, renamed the Accor Arena de Paris since autumn 2015, goes to great lengths to entertain you every year by hosting incredible musical, sporting and even comedy events. If you're planning to go there soon, then here's all the practical info you need to get to the Accor Arena, whether you opt for public transport or the car.

How do I get to the Parc des Princes in Paris? What you need to know before you come

Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the Parc des Princes plays host to a large number of PSG soccer matches every year, as well as a number of musical events. Here are a few handy tips for getting to the Parc des Princes, whether you opt for public transport or the car.

How to get to the Stade de France What you need to know before you come

Every year, the Stade de France hosts a wide range of sporting and musical events. Located in Seine-Saint-Denis, the Stade de France is easily accessible by any means of transport. If you're planning to visit in the near future, here's some practical advice. Here's everything you need to know before coming to the Stade de France.

Paris La Défense Arena: how to get to the venue? What you need to know before coming

Europe's largest indoor venue is located in Paris, not far from the Grande Arche de La Défense. Throughout the year, the Paris La Défense Arena hosts numerous concerts, shows and sporting events. Planning to go there soon? Here are a few practical tips to help you prepare your visit and get to the Paris La Défense Arena easily.

Paris transport: why don't the metro and RER run in the same direction?

If you regularly use Parisian public transport, you've probably already noticed that the metro and RER don't run in the same direction. But do you know why?

2024 Paris Olympics: towards free public transit for spectators?

Will public transit be free for 2024 Paris Olympics ticket holders? This is a lead studied by the Olympic Games Organization Committee. “For 2024 Paris Olympics, we plan to provide public transit to go to sites” to the millions of spectators, Tony Estanguet told Le Parisien.

The Cinema Station: when RATP and the 7th art meet at the Porte des Lilas

This ghostly station located at Porte des Lilas, in Paris, could have a place at the Cannes Film Festival: countless films, commercials and video clips have been shot there, just a stone's throw from the metro passengers. Discover the Cinema Station, the most mysterious and magical place of the RATP.

Transport in Île-de-France: a train, metro or RER journey will now cost no more than €5

According to information from Le JDD, a fare shield is to be introduced on public transport in the Île-de-France region: from March 7, 2022, a journey on the metro, RER or train will cost no more than 5 euros for those without a Navigo pass.

Covid: Paris public transit to test virus-destroying fabric

A French SMB has come up with an anti-microorganism and self-cleaning fabric likely to destroy virus when exposed to light. This product has been set in some public transit in the Paris area.

RATP Strike in Paris on September 17, 2020, impact on the metro and RER

The RATP (Autonomous Operator of Parisian Transportation) has given a strike notice for Thursday September 17, 2020. The CGT-RATP urges "employees and officers" to "build mobilizations and fights to not let it go" and expect Parisian strikers at the Place de la République for a major demonstration. The RATP claims there will be no impact on the network. Yet, several stations are closed on the route of the demonstration. Here they are.

Police intervention at La Défense: restrictions lifted, no suspect spotted

This Tuesday June 30, late in the morning, in the La Défense area a police intervention took place after a gunman had been seen by the Les Quatre Temps shopping mall. The Préfecture de Police says the operation is now over an no suspect has been spotted.

Coronavirus: all metro stations open, traffic forecast in Paris on June 22

Since May 11th, first day of the containment exit, the public transportation public in Paris and Ile-de-France has improved. All statiosn are open, and here is the traffic forecast for Monday June 22, in Paris and Ile-de-France.

Coronavirus: 2 million facemasks given in 400 Ile-de-France stations from May 11

While deconfinement is said to start on May 11, 2020, Ile-de-France president Valérie Pécresse announces two million facemasks will be given for free to Ile-de-France train travelers. They will be given from Monday May 11 in 400 stations in Ile-de-France.

Coronavirus: Should you come to Paris or delay your trip?

With the spread of the coronavirus epidemic in France, tourism in Paris has been impacted straight away since fairs, concerts or sport events are being cancelled in town. In such a context, should you still come to Paris or delay your trip? We will try and answer this thorny question!