Traffic

Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Sunday December 14, 2025

In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Sunday December 14, 2025.

Bison Futé: August 15 long weekend classified red/orange, tips for avoiding traffic jams

For the long weekend of August 15, 2025, Bison Futé is warning of orange to red traffic on certain French roads. If you plan to travel between August 14 and 18, 2025, take note of the following information to avoid traffic jams.

Reasons for the closure of the A86 duplex on Wednesday night

The toll tunnel between Rueil-Malmaison and Vélizy-Villacoublay will be closed on the night of August 6-7, 2025, to allow work on the A86 motorway to proceed.

A1 freeway closures: SNCF work from July 15 to August 1, what you need to know

Please note that the A1 freeway will be closed for eight nights between July 15 and August 1 to allow the installation of a railway structure. This work, linked to the future Roissy-Picardie line, will impact traffic between Survilliers and the A1/N104 interchange. Here's an update so you don't get stuck.

May 8th bank holiday: traffic forecasts and recommendations from Bison Futé this weekend

The weekend of May 7 to 11, 2025 is marked by the May 8 bridge. Getting ready to hit the road? Here are Bison Futé's traffic forecasts and recommendations for this long weekend.

Paris ring road: carpooling lanes now subject to checks and penalties

Carpool lanes are now open on the Paris ring road: checks are in place to ensure that these reserved lanes are used properly.

Traffic: the Pont Neuf and the quays closed in Paris for a re-enactment this Tuesday, March 18

Attention motorists and pedestrians! This Tuesday, March 18, 2025, traffic will be completely cut off on the Pont Neuf, in the heart of Paris, due to a judicial reconstruction. The closure, announced by the Préfecture de Police, will run from 1pm to 4pm, and will also affect certain adjacent roads.

When to go on vacation to avoid traffic jams this weekend in Ile-de-France and the Alps? Bison Futé

With the winter vacations in full swing, the weekend of February 21 to 23 promises to be particularly busy on the roads. Between vacation departures for zone A, continuing vacations for zone C and returns from zone B, traffic will be heavy, particularly in the Île-de-France and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regions. Bison Futé offers its forecasts and advice on how to avoid traffic jams.

Christmas window illuminations at BHV: traffic disruptions planned for inauguration

This Wednesday, November 6, 2024, the BHV launches its Christmas window displays with a sound and light show followed by a stroll. The rue de Rivoli will be closed to motorized traffic. We'll take you on a tour.

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.

Bison Futé forecasts a difficult July 14, 2023 weekend - get organized!

Bison Futé forecasts heavy traffic on France's roads for the weekend of July 13 to 16, 2023. Here are its recommendations for best navigation during this second wave of vacation departures.

Paris: the Place de l’Etoile goes car-free for 3 weekends in September for Christo’s installation

The Place Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile will go car-free for 3 weekends in September, from Saturday September 18 to Sunday October 3, 2021, so Parisians and tourists can fully enjoy the wrapped Arc de Triomphe, as designed by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. Over 300 mediators will come and meet visitors and give a sample of fabric to those who would like one.

Pollution: speed reduced by 20km/h in Paris and Ile-de-France, this Wednesday

Pollution is back in Paris and therefore speed is reduced by 20km/h in Paris and Île-de-France on several roads, and only Crit'Air 0,1 and 2 cars are allowed to run on the beltway this Wednesday. And for good reason, the PM10 particle rate has exceeded the limit thresholds! The prefect recommends to differ road trips in the area.