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Paris 2024 Olympics: some 40 Vélib' stations temporarily closed for the Games

From July 26 to August 11, 2024, Paris becomes the host city of the Olympic Games: so to host an event of this magnitude, restrictions have been put in place, including for cyclists.

SNCF: double bass, harp, cello... What instruments can be carried on a TGV?

Are you a musician who needs to travel for a concert? If you can't take your car or plane, go green by taking the TGV, but beware: not all musical instruments are allowed on board. What instruments are authorized or refused on SNCF trains? Here's the lowdown!

SNCF: how do you transport a double bass on a TGV?

With the SNCF experimenting with the carriage of double basses for musicians on its TGV Inoui trains this summer, following a complaint from musicians, what is the procedure for taking a double bass on board the train? What procedures need to be followed? Are there any restrictions? We take a look!

Paname Brewing Company: The beer bar on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq

The Paname Brewing Company is one of Paris's leading beer bars. With its waterside terrace and wide selection of craft beers, it's the place to go in Paris.