A national day of action is scheduled for Thursday, December 5, 2024: civil servants, supported by numerous unions, are demonstrating against worsening working conditions and the lack of funding for public services. Education, transport, healthcare, local authorities: many French people have joined the strike.
In the cultural sector, several museums and monuments are seeing their daily routine disrupted by the strike. Sites may be partially or fully closed, opening times shortened... Before going out, it is advisable to check on the official websites whether the art venue is open.
The Château de Versailles, meanwhile, is closed this Thursday, December 5, 2024. On social networks, the famous monument indicated that the château would remain closed on this strike day. However, the gardens and grounds are open. On its website, the palace of the Sun King states: " The Château de Versailles is closed. Tickets purchased on the official Château de Versailles ticketing service will be automatically refunded. "
In the capital, a demonstration is scheduled for later in the day. To navigate the capital during this day of mobilization, follow the news with Sortiraparis.com.
December 5, 2024 strike: schools, canteens, monuments, hospitals, flights... closures and disruptions
December 5, 2024 was marked by a nationwide strike, strongly followed by the public sector. It affected schools, hospitals, public services and airlines. Despite the overthrow of the Barnier government, the strike bears witness to growing discontent with the budget cuts envisaged. We take a look at the disruptions expected in the Paris region, ranging from cancelled airport flights to closed sites and monuments. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
On December 5, 2024
Location
Palace of Versailles
Place d'Armes
78000 Versailles
Official website
www.chateauversailles.fr
December 5, 2024 strike: schools, canteens, monuments, hospitals, flights... closures and disruptions
