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Metro line 1: traffic completely interrupted this Sunday, April 21

If you're used to taking line 1, then you're going to have to adapt. Due to construction work, RATP is announcing the total interruption of traffic on this automatic metro line for a few hours this Sunday, April 21, 2024. So, what are the alternatives? We tell you all about it.

Camel, dromedary and llama parade finally confirmed at Bois de Vincennes

Camels, but also dromedaries, llamas and alpacas in Paris? This weekend, camelids were to take to the streets of the capital to mark the world year of these artiodactyl mammals. To celebrate the event, a large camelid parade was scheduled to take place in the heart of Paris this Saturday, April 20, 2024, with the participation of some thirty foreign delegations. However, the Prefecture de Police issued an order banning the event from the streets of Paris, proposing an alternative route through the Bois de Vincennes. The parade will therefore start this Saturday afternoon from the esplanade of the Château de Vincennes.

Paris 2024 Olympics: the Olympic Flame's journey through Paris' landmarks

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games promise us a beautiful journey as the Olympic Flame makes its way through the French capital. Unveiled on July 3, 2023 by Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of Paris, this route promises a unique experience for Parisians and tourists alike. We take a closer look at this emblematic route.

Olympic Games Paris 2024: The Olympic Torch Relay in Val-de-Marne - Cities, dates and timetables

Like every other département in the Paris region, Val-de-Marne is preparing to host the Olympic torch relay. In 94, the date is Sunday July 21, 2024. And for this exceptional day, the département has thought big. To make sure you don't miss any of the stages of this historic event, find out more about the towns and sites along the route, as well as the various timetables.

In less than 100 days, Paris will unite the world! A historic chapter, to be written together

Did you know? On the occasion of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Sortir à Paris is the 1st French regional guide to distribute 100% of its content in 30 languages.

Suresnes Baguette Show: Hauts-de-Seine prepares to set the record for the world's longest baguette

Will the title of world's longest baguette go to France? Find out on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the "Suresnes Baguette Show" in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France!

Transport: three line extensions soon to be inaugurated in the Île-de-France region

Several major changes are in store for public transport in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, with the forthcoming inauguration of three much-anticipated line extensions on both the metro and RER. We tell you all about it!

Hanami: the cherry blossom festival in the Parc de Sceaux

Hanami, the famous springtime cherry blossom festival, is being celebrated in the Parc de Sceaux from March 30 to April 28, 2024. To mark the occasion, the Domaine départemental de Sceaux is unveiling a rich program of events for the whole family. A great way to immerse yourself in this Japanese celebration.

A pair of red pandas will arrive at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie in spring 2024

While it's been some time since visitors have been able to catch a glimpse of the red pandas at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, the team at the site has just announced the grand return of the star animal of Paris's oldest zoological park, in April 2024.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: 250,000 tickets go on sale April 17

Last chance to attend the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! On April 17, 2024, new tickets will go back on sale, this time without a draw, to experience the competition as close as possible to the athletes.

SPA: "portes ouvertes adoption" back this spring in 6 Île-de-France shelters

The Société Protectrice des Animaux is announcing the return of its "adoption open days", and is getting ready to welcome you on Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5, 2024 at one of its 64 shelters across France, including six in the Paris region. An opportunity to adopt one of the 6,000 animals currently taken in by the association.

Line 7: traffic partially interrupted in May 2024

Be careful if you're used to taking line 7. RATP is announcing upcoming disruptions on the famous pink line of the Paris metro. From Monday May 6 to Sunday May 12, 2024 inclusive, traffic will be interrupted between La Courneuve - 8 Mai 1945 and Gare de l'Est stations.

Île-de-France: the region's best traditional 2024 baguettes

Yvelines, Seine-et-Marne, Essonne, Val-d'Oise and Seine-Saint-Denis... here's where to find and taste the best traditional 2024 baguettes in the Paris region, according to the winners of various departmental competitions held this spring.

Pedestrian Champs-Elysées: car-free day on the famous avenue on Sunday May 5, 2024

The Champs-Elysées are reserved for pedestrians one Sunday a month. An opportunity to discover the most beautiful avenue in the world in a different way, and to take a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe without a car to spoil the picture. This Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Champs Elysées will be pedestrianized all day long!

La Fantaisie, hotel, rooftop bar, restaurant, terrace and SPA

La Fantaisie, the jewel nestled in the heart of Paris's 9th arrondissement, hides some wonderful surprises. The fruit of a partnership between the Leitmotiv group and talented chef Dominique Crenn, the hotel invites you to immerse yourself in a relaxing gourmet experience on Rue Cadet. A verdant patio and flower-filled rooftop terrace are just some of the discoveries to be made.

Disquaire Day 2024: the day of independent record shops returns this weekend

Disquaire Day/Record Store Day announces its return this Saturday, April 20, 2024. What's on the agenda for this new independent record store day? Limited-edition vinyls to be snapped up at numerous independent record stores, as well as exclusive musical events.

High winds: yellow vigilance in Paris and Île-de-France on Monday

Due to the low-pressure system 'Renata', Météo France has placed 3 French departments under orange vigilance for strong winds and 29 others under yellow alert. Paris and the whole of the Île-de-France region are affected by this yellow alert. Here's an update on the situation.

Transport: three metro lines interrupted over the weekend of April 20-21

The weekend of April 20 and 21, 2024 promises to be a complicated one on the Parisian rails, with three metro lines either fully or partially interrupted. So you'll need to plan ahead and find other alternatives!

Gilets jaunes: a new demonstration this Saturday, April 13 in Paris, discover the route

The Gilets jaunes are back to make their demands heard on the streets of the capital this Saturday, April 13, 2024. To anticipate your travels, discover the route of this new march.

Earth Day 2024: nature exhibitions to see for Earth Day in Paris

Earth Day takes place this Monday, April 22, 2024 in Paris. On this day of awareness-raising, we're taking the opportunity to discover the exhibitions that put nature and the environmental cause in the spotlight in the capital.