News and information from Thursday December 12, 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Want to keep up to date with the latest news from Paris? We've got it covered ! Thursday December 12, 2024 about Paris and the Ile-de-France region. Releases, openings, measures and news, we'll keep you up to date.

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Info Metro RER trains, closures, works and demonstrations in Paris this Thursday December 12, 2024
In the blink of an eye, you'll have access to all the information you need about traffic in Paris, updated in real time. RATP Metro RER and Transilien, roadworks, traffic, major events and demonstrations, we give you all the practical information you need to know before going out in Paris this Thursday December 12, 2024. [Read more]

Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Thursday December 12, 2024 and tomorrow
What's the weather like right now in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Check the weather forecast every day before planning your outings. Whether it's rain, snow or sunshine, cold or hot, fair or foul, the capital belongs to you! Here's your weather forecast for Paris and Île-de-France this Thursday December 12, 2024 [Read more]

What to do in Paris this week from December 9 to 15, 2024: our not-to-be-missed outings
It's impossible to get bored in Paris: every day, dozens of events and appointments await us! This week from December 9 to 15, 2024 is no exception: between exhibitions, concerts, new restaurants, shows and other family outings, there's always something to keep you entertained. Looking for your next outing? Follow our guide to this week's must-do activities! [Read more]

What to do in Paris and the Île-de-France region this weekend, December 13, 14 and 15, 2024
What's on in Paris and the Île-de-France region this weekend, Friday December 13, Saturday December 14 and Sunday December 15, 2024? A great program awaits you with gourmet Christmas markets, beautiful illuminations in the parks and gardens and the return of the ice rink at the Grand Palais, but also new exhibitions, beautiful walks, laughter and emotion at the cinema, happiness at the theater without forgetting shopping and sport... Yes, there's plenty to do this weekend! Click here to discover the list of possibilities and activities to do this weekend of December 13, 14 and 15, 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region. [Read more]

Mental health: a free shrink session every month for the French from 2025!
Starting in January 2025, all French citizens will be entitled to a free, non-prescription session with a psychiatrist every month! A measure that simplifies access to mental health care, at a time when more and more people, especially young people, are in desperate need of it. [Read more]

All Paris gaming clubs threatened with closure on January 1, 2025
It's an unexpected consequence of the Barnier government's censure: Paris's gaming clubs could all close their doors on January 1, 2025. [Read more]

Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads, Messenger, Meta apps out of order
If you're a social network user, you've probably noticed the problem. On this Wednesday, December 11, 2024, a massive outage is affecting Meta's main applications. Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger have been inaccessible since 6.30pm, a problem of global proportions that is currently being resolved. Wondering when they'll be up and running again? We give you the lowdown. [Read more]

End of toll barriers on the A13 freeway: how does free flow work?
Since December 10, 2024, motorists no longer stop to pay on the A13 freeway between Paris and Normandy. However, tolls have not become free: you now have to pay them after your journey, with the free-flow freeway concept. [Read more]

SNCF strike this Thursday: traffic forecasts for Transilien and RER trains
Two unions are maintaining their call for a strike at the SNCF. So what can we expect on public transport in the Paris region this Thursday, December 12, 2024? According to the SNCF, traffic will be "disrupted on certain Transilien lines", but also on the RER D. Discover the traffic forecasts. [Read more]

Why is the Champs-Elysées metro station closed on Thursday December 12 and Friday December 13?
On Thursday December 12 and Friday December 13, 2024, the Champs-Élysées - Clemenceau station will not be accessible to Paris metro users due to a ceremony on the avenue. [Read more]

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: the most-watched Olympiad in history, 5 billion spectators
More than half the world's population watched the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. A record audience, making these the most-watched Games in history, ahead of those in London! [Read more]

Transport in Île-de-France: works and disruptions this weekend of December 14 and 15, 2024
Further work is scheduled for the weekend of December 14 and 15 on the Paris and Ile-de-France networks of the RATP and SNCF. We take a look at the disruptions expected on the metro, RER and Transilien networks this weekend. [Read more]

Île-de-France: when is Villejuif Gustave-Roussy station due to open on line 14?
Since June 24, users of line 14 have been able to reach Orly airport from Saint-Denis - Pleyel in just 40 minutes. Although 7 new stations have been inaugurated along the route, the Villejuif - Gustave Roussy station is currently inaccessible. So when is this 8th and final station due to open? And why hasn't it been inaugurated at the same time as the other 7 stations? We tell you. [Read more]

New Year's Eve 2025 on the Champs-Elysées: fireworks & video mapping at the Arc de Triomphe, the program
For this New Year's Eve 2025 in Paris, the Champs-Elysées avenue is festive as every December 31. The program includes video mapping and fireworks at the Arc de Triomphe, and a series of concerts and performances by artists. We tell you all about it! [Read more]

Arc de Triomphe evacuated this morning due to a bomb threat
On the morning of Wednesday December 11, a man reportedly called the police, threatening to blow up the building. A security perimeter was set up directly around the Arc de Triomphe, and the monument was evacuated. Traffic has now returned to normal. [Read more]

A new food market opens in Rosa Parks, every Wednesday
From November 27, 2024, a new food market opens its doors in the Rosa Parks district, where you can shop every Wednesday. [Read more]