Paris traffic

All Saints' Day: how to avoid traffic jams in the Paris region?

This Friday, October 25, 2024, Bison Futé forecasts very heavy traffic in the Île-de-France region, classified red in the departure direction, marking the start of the All Saints' Day vacation crossroads. With traffic set to remain heavy on Saturday, here are some tips on how to avoid traffic jams.

Paris: speed reduced to 50km/h on the ring road, speed cameras updated

After a 30 km/h Paris inner city, the Paris ring road will soon be limited to 50 km/h! Since October 1, the ring road has been gradually adapted, and from the 10th of the month, you'll have to slow down, because the speed cameras are on the scene!

Paris: the end of inter-files for motorcycles on the ring road with the switch to 50 km/h

The changeover of the Paris ring road to 50 km/h, which runs from October 1 to 10, 2024, marks a turning point for motorcyclists. With this speed reduction, inter-file traffic, which enabled two-wheelers to squeeze in between cars, will no longer be permitted on this lane. This experiment, extended until December 31, 2024, is in fact only permitted on roads limited to 70 km/h or more.

Île-de-France: Bison Futé forecasts massive traffic jams for the end of the Paralympic Games this weekend

In Île-de-France, the end of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games this weekend promises to be complicated on the roads. Classified as orange from Friday September 6 to Sunday September 8, 2024, the region could experience traffic jams in both directions, according to Bison Futé. With restrictions on several major routes, the site recommends avoiding crossing Paris.

Paris 2024: dates for the reopening of the Concorde and the dismantling of temporary sites

Numerous Olympic venues have been set up right in the heart of the capital, as close as possible to Parisian monuments. A superb backdrop for the events, but a hassle for Parisians, who will gradually regain their mobility!

Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony: subway, car, traffic restrictions

Rest assured, traffic restrictions this Wednesday, August 28, for the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games, are far less severe than they were a few weeks ago. But it's best to be aware of them to avoid any worries!

Paris 2024 Olympics: the RN118 partially closed this weekend due to the marathon

Many roads will be closed this weekend in the capital and its neighboring departments, due to the Marathon and Marathon pour Tous of these Paris 2024 Olympic Games. And the N118 is particularly affected!

Paris 2024 Olympics: the ring road completely closed this Friday for the opening ceremony?

If you're able to postpone your trip this Friday, July 26, don't hesitate! On the day of the opening ceremony, the Paris ring road may well be completely closed to road users.

A13 freeway fully reopened in both directions on Monday June 24

The A13 freeway between Vaucresson and Paris is fully reopening this Monday, June 24, 2024 in both directions. Reopening of the section in the province-Paris direction began as early as last Thursday, with full reopening taking place at around 4pm.

Paris 2024 Marathon: traffic and parking bans during the race

This Sunday, April 7, 2024, the legendary Paris Marathon returns. The Prefecture de Police has set up traffic and parking arrangements throughout the capital for the occasion.

Rugby World Cup: traffic restrictions around the rugby village at La Concorde

From September 8 to October 28, 2023, the Place de la Concorde will host a huge rugby village to celebrate the competition. But for motorists, there will be severe restrictions, so avoid the area!

Paris: closure of the northern ring road and the A86 motorway on Monday and Wednesday nights

Be careful if you want to hit the road on the nights of June 5 to 7, 2023, in the Paris region! The northern ring road as well as the A86 will be closed from 10pm to 5:30am, as part of the preparations for the Paris 2024 Games.

Driving in Paris: who can drive on the bus lanes?

In Paris, the traffic is not only a reputation: yes, even outside the strike days, driving in the capital can quickly turn into a real pain. So let's take stock: who can drive on the bus lanes?

The Crown: the shooting of the Netflix series begins in Paris, around the death of Lady Diana

While the trailer of the season 5 of The Crown has just been unveiled, the shooting of the season 6 begins this Tuesday, October 25, 2022 in Paris, around the death of Lady Diana and her accident at the Alma bridge.

Paris: why is there no stop sign in the city anymore?

In Paris, signs seem to have been replaced by traffic lights as there are lots and lots of them! On the contrary, stop signs have entirely disappeared…

Paris map on Google Maps improved for pedestrians

You may have noticed but Parisian pedestrians now enjoy a lot more information to take their bearings on Google Maps. What is new in the app, then?

Snow in Ile de France: road traffic and public transport

The snow actually falling on Paris and the Ile-de-France makes road and public transport traffic difficult. This is the occasion for the editorial board to come back on the road traffic and public transportation: buses, trains and other transport.