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Transport in Île-de-France: SNCF and RATP disruptions this weekend of December 21 and 22, 2024

This weekend, December 21 and 22, 2024, disruptions are expected on certain transport routes in the Île-de-France region. Despite the suspension of most maintenance work during the school vacations, service disruptions will occur, notably on RER C, Transilien line P, RER E, metro line 1 and Tramway T1.

Flying cabs in Paris: the project looks increasingly uncertain

A flying cab over the rooftops of Paris? That was the promise of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. However, this utopian project took a turn for the worse, when the Conseil d'Etat annulled the creation of a take-off and landing platform.

TGV Paris-Berlin: everything you need to know about the new €59 direct service, launched on Monday

Alert, the Paris-Berlin TGV line is launched this Monday, December 16, 2024. This new direct TGV now links Paris to Berlin in just eight hours, marking a major step forward for low-carbon mobility between France and Germany. This daily service, initiated by SNCF and Deutsche Bahn (DB), aims to meet the needs of business travelers and slow mobility enthusiasts. We take a look at this new service and answer your questions.

Navigo or Liberté +: Which is the most cost-effective way to get around Paris?

With fares set to rise on January 1ᵉʳ 2025, the all-zone Navigo Pass will now cost €88.80 a month. An alternative, the Liberté+ card, charges only for your actual journeys. So, which of these subscriptions is the most cost-effective based on your commuting habits?

Navigo and Imagine R Pass price increases in January 2025: what you need to know

The price of the monthly Navigo Pass has been confirmed, and will increase by 2.8% from January 2025, from €86.40 to €88.80. This increase, confirmed on Wednesday December 11, is part of a financial agreement between Île-de-France Mobilités and the government providing for regular increases until 2031. This is also the case for the Imagine R card, we take stock.

Why is the Champs-Elysées metro station closed on Thursday December 12 and Friday December 13?

On Thursday December 12 and Friday December 13, 2024, the Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau station will not be accessible to Paris metro users due to a ceremony on the avenue.

Line V: everything you need to know about the Transilien line between Massy-Palaiseau and Versailles-Chantiers

Following in the footsteps of the Transilien's U line, the V line takes over from the RER C and connects the Massy-Palaiseau and Versailles-Chantiers stations, with seven stops and a journey time of just 20 minutes.

Métro-Train-RER one-way ticket at €2.50: everything you need to know before the January 1 changeover

From January 1, 2025, a one-way ticket costing €2.50 will replace the current fares for all metro, RER and regional train journeys in Paris and the Île-de-France region, regardless of the number of zones crossed. The new fare simplifies the system by reducing the number of existing combinations, making transport more accessible and easier to understand. Will the old tickets still be usable? How can you pay the lowest fare? We take a look. Airport tickets

Uber launches "by Women" option: we tell you all about this new service for women in Paris

Starting this Thursday, November 28, 2024, Uber is introducing a new feature to its app in Paris: the "Uber by Women" option. This feature allows users to choose a vehicle driven exclusively by a woman, aiming to reassure passengers while promoting the feminization of the profession.

RER C: no traffic at more than 20 stations in Essonne this weekend - find out about the alternatives

Due to modernization work, the RER C will not serve 21 stations in Essonne from November 30 to December 1, 2024. Replacement buses will be provided to ensure continuity of service in this area.

Pass Liberté +, sign up for cheaper travel in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

From January 2025, public transport in the Île-de-France region will change, with a single fare of €2.50 for metro and RER journeys. However, the Pass Navigo Liberté + offers an economical solution, reducing the cost to €1.99 per journey. Registration for this offer is now open, and we recommend that you act before the end of the year to receive your badge in time.

A new Paris-La Villette shuttle to Beauvais airport for your booked trips

Since Thursday November 14, 2024, a new shuttle bus has linked La Villette to Beauvais airport, making it easier for Parisians to access this air hub. With around ten daily round trips, this shuttle leaves from the Cité des Sciences forecourt and takes 1h30 to reach Beauvais.

Transport: is the noise on Paris metro lines dangerous for your ears?

Regular users of line 13 are well aware of the unpleasant noise of this metro. Particularly noisy, are the decibels recorded on certain sections dangerous for your eardrums in the long run?

Zone à Trafic Limité : Complete guide, questions and answers about the ZTL

The Zone à Trafic Limité (ZTL) came into force this Monday, November 4, 2024, in the heart of Paris, prohibiting motorized vehicles from crossing the first four arrondissements if they don't have a specific reason for doing so. Which vehicles are authorized? How will checks be carried out? And what are the exceptions? What documents do I need to provide? This guide answers the main questions.

Transport in Île-de-France: RATP and SNCF disruptions in Paris from November 4 to 11, 2024

Numerous disruptions are expected on public transport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region from Monday November 4 to Monday November 11, 2024. With work scheduled on several metro, RER and Transilien lines, this post-Toussaint back-to-school week will complicate travel in the capital and its inner suburbs, while the November 11 bank holiday means a three-day weekend.

Visit of the King of the Belgians to Paris: Georges V station closed and disruptions announced

The King of the Belgians, Philippe, and Queen Mathilde will be in Paris for a state visit from Monday October 14 to Wednesday October 16, 2024. During these three days, some disruption is expected on Parisian transport and roads, particularly around iconic landmarks. The royal couple will be received by President Macron for an official ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe, resulting in some restrictions.

Transport in Île-de-France: disruptions on metros, RER and tramways on October 5 and 6

This weekend, October 5 and 6, 2024, disruptions are expected on several lines of the Île-de-France public transport network. Metros, RER, tramways and Transilien will be affected by construction work, particularly on certain busy sections. Here's an update on traffic modifications.

100€ reimbursed on Navigo Imagine R card with the Ile-de-France Region, applications now open

Would you like to get €100 back on your Navigo imagine R pass for high-school students? That's what the Ile-de-France region has come up with for the back-to-school season, via its Labaz app for 15-25 year-olds. In addition to recouping a good part of the cost of the transport pass, it's also a great way to find out about a whole host of good deals. Don't miss the opening of refund applications on October 1, 2024.

RER B, D and Transiliens: major disruptions during All Saints' Day vacation 2024

Bad news, users of the RER B, D and Transiliens H and K trains can expect major disruptions over the All Saints' vacation period, due to bridge modernization work in Saint-Denis. From October 25 to 27 and from 1ᵉʳ to November 2, 2024, cuts and a significant reduction in traffic are planned, but several transport alternatives will be available to facilitate travel.

Paris: Concorde metro station reopens ahead of schedule on line 12

No more hassles for line 12 users! While Concorde metro station had already reopened at the beginning of September on lines 1 and 8, it had remained closed on the green line since May. Finally, it reopened much earlier than the September 21 date announced.