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2024 Paralympic Games: only 9% of metro stations accessible to people with disabilities

There's still a year to go before the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and yet public transport is still not accessible to disabled people in the capital, a situation that's causing concern.

Paris: RATP introduces on-demand alighting on all bus routes after 10 p.m.

With a view to boosting the sense of security of Paris region passengers, RATP is extending the "descente à la demande" system, which allows passengers to stop between two bus stops after 10pm, from September 1, 2023.

CDG Express: the high-speed line linking Gare de l'Est and the airport postponed until 2027

In a few years' time, tourists and holidaymakers will be able to link Paris Charles de Gaulle airport with the center of Paris in 20 minutes. A very practical solution, which should relieve the RER B, but which has fallen behind schedule...

Metro Line 14, interruption between Mairie de Saint-Ouen and Porte de Clichy due to technical failure

This Thursday, July 20, traffic on line 14 of the Paris metro between Mairie de Saint-Ouen and Porte de Clichy was interrupted due to a technical fault. RATP indicated that traffic would return to normal by midday, but finally resumed around 9:30 am.

RATP: "safe places" soon to be tested in the Paris metro to combat harassment

To combat the sexist and sexual violence that takes place on public transport, RATP plans to test "safe places" in several metro stations this autumn.

July 14, 2023 in Paris: traffic and parking restrictions - security arrangements

Fête Nationale is celebrated in Paris this Friday, July 14, 2023. Between the Military Parade, the fireworks display on the Eiffel Tower and the concert on the Champ-de-Mars, these events will generate traffic restrictions, road closures and parking restrictions. If you want to attend these events, please plan ahead.

Paris transport: towards a €120 Navigo pass by 2024?

While the price of the Navigo pass has already undergone a major increase in 2023, it could go beyond the 100 euro mark, fears the deputy mayor of Paris and member of the board of Île-de-France Mobilités. He even accuses Emmanuel Macron of "preparing a 120-euro Navigo pass".

Rugby World Cup 2023: RATP warns of strike during the competition

Just as the Olympic Games are shaping up to be a sporting event for public transport, the Rugby World Cup is also likely to be affected by strikes at the RATP. The Force ouvrière union has issued a strike notice for the entire competition.

Transportation in Paris: which are the most polluted metro stations in the network?

Parisian metro stations have three times more fine particles than the surface air. A new study reveals the most affected by this disturbing level of pollution.

Metro line 6 stopped and disruptions on lines 5 and 9 in Paris this Friday, April 28

Paris Metro disrupted this Friday morning, line 6 does not run following the right of withdrawal of drivers. Other lines, such as 5 and 9, are experiencing severe disruptions.

Fuel Allowance Extended to March: Who Is Eligible and How Do I Get It?

On October 1, 2022, the government paid a fuel allowance to workers. A second round of aid is planned for early 2023, announced Elisabeth Borne. We take stock of this allowance that has just been extended until the end of March.

Metro line 15: Abbesses to no longer be the deepest metro station

For always, the Abbesses metro station was known for being the deepest one in the Ile-de-France network. But it will be soon dethroned by an upcoming station on metro line 15, in Val-de-Marne.

A 30-minute Paris-New York flight soon with SpaceX rockets

Today, it requires seven hours up in the air, off from Paris, to spend a few days discovering New York. But by 2027, SpaceX plans to cut the flight duration down to 30 minutes thanks to the Starship rocket.

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?

Paris: turn your Smartphone into a Navigo pass with the Île-de-France Mobilités test

Feel like getting rid of your Navigo Pass? Become a tester for Ile-de-France Mobilités, if you have an Android phone, to help them check if the validation of trips with your phone is ready to be deployed!

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?