The Paris Metro Line 2 is experiencing significant disruptions this Tuesday morning. Since 7 a.m., a technical incident at Villiers station has halted service between Monceau and Rome. Commuters who normally use this section of the line are advised to take alternative routes. The RATP initially estimated that service would resume by midday, but later announced a partial service restoration in the early hours.
From the moment the service started, travelers faced a challenging situation. Initially, disruptions were limited to the route toward Nation station. However, the problem escalated into a total shutdown between Villiers and Rome stations, eventually extending further to Monceau. As a result, the three stations—Monceau, Villiers, and Rome—were off-limits for several hours, forcing Parisians to seek alternative routes or modes of transportation.
The autonomous authority explained that a technical malfunction occurred at Villiers station but did not provide further details about the exact nature of the issue. On the social media platform X, RATP regularly posted updates to keep travelers informed. “Our maintenance team is currently working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible so that service can resume promptly between Monceau and Rome,” the agency stated in its posts.
Although RATP initially announced service would resume at 7 a.m., then pushed the restart to noon, the issue was finally resolved around 7:30 a.m. However, traffic remains severely disrupted along the entire line 2. Adding to the chaos, a train door malfunction at Nation station has worsened the disturbances. Commuters are advised to stay patient and allow extra time for their journeys.
To avoid the disruption, travelers can take Line 3, which also serves the area, including the Villiers station. Bus routes are another viable option, with several lines operating through the 17th arrondissement. Line 13 may also be used as an alternative to connect to other transfer points. We recommend checking the RATP app or the Île-de-France Mobilités website to plan your route and stay updated on real-time traffic conditions.
In brief, if you need to pass through the 17th arrondissement this Tuesday morning, plan ahead and consider alternative routes. The situation is expected to gradually return to normal throughout the day, but delays are likely to continue for a few more hours across the entire Line 2.
