Increase in the price of the Pass Navigo in Île-de-France: Reasons Explained

The price of the Navigo pass is a sensitive issue for users of public transport in the Paris region. It has to be said that the various problems on the lines are not working in its favor. Recently, we spoke to you about an increase in the Pass to around €120. While we still don't know the future price of the Navigo pass, 20 Minutes sheds some light on the reasons for this increase.

Among the reasons for this increase are the financing requirements of Île-de-France Mobilités in this particular year. To guarantee exceptional service during the Olympic Games and the opening of new metro lines, the transport authority is facing significant costs.

Here are some of the specific factors behind this increase:

• The opening of several new lines: In 2024, several line extensions, including metro lines 11 and 14 and RER E, will enter service. This additional service means higher costs for the Region, and therefore for users. Regional President Valérie Pécresse estimates the funding requirement for the coming year at 800 million euros.
  
• The 2024 Olympic Games: 2024 will see Paris host the Olympic Games and the sixteen million visitors expected for the event. An exceptional service is planned for the occasion, which will increase IDFM's expenses.
  
• The absence of a long-term financing plan: Pass Navigo prices have been frozen for five years, but even before 2015, they were rising every year. What concerns the representatives of the Association des usagers des transports is that the price increase exceeds inflation.
  

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Despite these factors, the president of the Île-de-France region, Valérie Pécresse, has reaffirmed her intention to moderate fare increases for Ile-de-France residents as much as possible. Special rates are planned for visitors during the Olympic Games.

In conclusion, it's clear that raising the price of the Navigo Pass for 2024 is a complex issue involving a number of factors. While it may seem inevitable given the circumstances, the aim remains to minimize the impact on Ile-de-France users. What is certain is that the price will rise, but by how much?

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