Planning to visit a museum, go shopping or enjoy the Toussaint school holidays in Paris this weekend? This Saturday, October 24, 2026, a new day of demonstrations is expected in the capital. An authorized march is set to link Place de la Bastille to Place de la Nation, starting at 2 p.m., while a major security operation is planned in several neighborhoods.
For Parisians, residents of the Île-de-France region and tourists passing through, the effects are already being felt: metro stations closing as early as 9 a.m., traffic restrictions, Vélib' stations unavailable and the exceptional closure of numerous museums and monuments. Some adjustments may be needed before heading out for a stroll. Because the disruption is not limited to the procession route!
More than 30 metro and RER stations are set to close across nine metro lines, particularly around the Champs-Élysées, Concorde, the Latin Quarter and Nation. Some bus routes may be diverted, and 110 Vélib' stations are set to close between Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24. Motorists will also have to contend with traffic and parking restrictions. The RATP says stations closed at the prefecture's request will reopen depending on how the situation develops.
As for sightseeing, several Parisian must-sees will be closed on Saturday. The Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, the Arc de Triomphe, the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais and the Tuileries Garden are among the attractions closed for the day. Other cultural institutions, shops and activities have also adjusted their opening hours or canceled their programs. So finding an open metro station does not guarantee that you will be able to visit the place you had in mind. It is best to check announcements from venues before setting out, and have an alternative in mind.
Does this mean you should give up going out and visiting Paris? Not necessarily. Restrictions are localized, and some neighborhoods remain accessible, away from the demonstration route. Walks in less affected areas may be an option, taking into account available transport and any new instructions from the authorities. For foreign tourists, official recommendations from several governments mainly advise exercising caution and avoiding gatherings, without generally calling for trips to France to be postponed!
Which neighborhoods should you stick to or avoid, which Metro and RER lines are running, which museums are closing, and how can you get around by bus, car or bike? Below you’ll find all our practical articles on the demonstrations taking place in Paris on Saturday, October 24, 2026, as well as the disruption expected over the weekend of October 24 and 25. This guide brings together essential information and the latest updates, so you can adjust your plans as official announcements are made.
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October 24 protest: Which metro and RER lines are running for sightseeing in Paris?
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October 24 protest: 110 Vélib' stations closed on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24.
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From October 24, 2026 to October 25, 2026
Strikes and protests in France: Is it safe to travel to Paris?
