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In Paris, there is a metropolis - it also has several train stations

Paris has several important railway stations serving different areas and routes. For example, Gare du Nord is a significant international hub, while Gare Saint-Lazare mainly caters to domestic traffic.
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Pictures of Paris: Arc de Triomphe, Paris North Railway Sation and wide pedestrian street

[:en]People at Paris North Railway Station.[:]
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[:en]A wide pedestrian street in Paris. People are walking along it.[:]
[:en]Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Cars at the front.[:]
SNCF (Société nationale des chemins de fer français) is the national state-owned railway company of France. It plays a significant role in Paris’s transportation services as well. SNCF operates several train lines that connect various parts of the city and offers long-distance and international services.
SNCF Réseau, one of SNCF’s subsidiaries, focuses specifically on the management, maintenance, and development of the French railway network, particularly in the Paris area. Therefore, SNCF not only manages long-distance train services, but it also plays a significant role in local transportation in Paris.
SNCF has several train stations throughout Paris, including Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon, Gare Montparnasse, Gare de l’Est, and Gare Saint-Lazare.
 
Public transportation in Paris: Link

All public transport maps (RER, Transilien, metro, trams, buses, and connections to airports) can be found  on the same page.

Bonjour RATP and Next Stop are both apps designed to facilitate the use of public transport in Paris. However, their features and purposes differ from each other.

Bonjour RATP is the official app for public transport in Paris. It covers buses, the metro, RER trains, trams, Transilien trains, and Noctilien night buses. With Bonjour RATP, you can check traffic updates and purchase tickets directly through the app. Users have noted, however, that it is not always the most user-friendly for navigation.

Here are some apps. You can also find instructions for downloading Bonjour RATP there.


Citymapper provides a comprehensive comparison of different modes of transport, such as cycling, buses, metro lines, taxis, e-scooters, etc. It takes into account current traffic and possible issues on metro lines.

Citymapper

Here are seven apps for getting around Paris.

Paris has several important train stations that serve different areas and routes. Here are some of them:

    1. Gare du Nord: This is the largest train station in Paris, France, and all of Europe. It is located to the north of downtown Paris. From Gare du Nord, trains run under the Channel to London, as well as services to Belgium, the Netherlands, and northern Germany.

    1. Gare Saint-Lazare: This is the second busiest train station in Paris. It is located in the western part of the city on the north bank of the Seine. It serves the western suburbs of Paris, and long-distance trains head towards Normandy.

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The local bus service in Paris is managed by RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens), which is the main operator for public transport in the Paris metropolitan area.

Here you can find information: Bus Paris

Night train to Paris: schedule and connections (nachtzug.net)

This page contains information about the Paris metro: Paris metro map, France (mapa-metro.com)

The Paris metro, or Métro de Paris, is one of the largest metro networks in Europe. Here are some key facts about the Paris metro system:

Length: The Paris metro spans 218 kilometers and has over 300 stations.

The Paris metro consists of sixteen lines.

The major stations include Châtelet (Châtelet Les Halles), République, Nation, Montparnasse Bienvenüe, Gare du Nord, Gare Saint-Lazare, Gare de Lyon, Charles de Gaulle Étoile, and Denfert Rochereau.

The Paris metro is a crucial part of the city’s transportation infrastructure, providing a fast and efficient way to navigate the city. It is also incredibly popular among both locals and tourists.

RER is a type of suburban train that connects you to areas near Paris, but outside the city itself. There are five RER lines.

There are several different ticket and pass options available, such as Passe Navigo, Pass Navigo Découverte, Passe Navigo Easy, Paris Visite, Airport Ticket, t+ Tickets, Mobilis, and IDF Tickets. These offer travelers flexibility and options for getting around the Paris area.

Public transport tickets and passes in Paris are generally valid on all modes of transport. This means you can use the same ticket or pass when traveling by metro, bus, tram, or even some regional trains.

For instance, with the Navigo Découverte pass, you can travel anywhere within the Île-de-France region.

However, it’s important to note that some tickets and passes are only valid in specific zones, so you must ensure that your ticket or pass covers all the areas you plan to travel in. Additionally, some tickets, such as Passe Navigo, are only available to Paris residents.

 

Seine divides Paris into two areas

About 2.2 million people live in Paris. In the Greater Paris area, which also includes nearby municipalities, the population rises to about 12 million.

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Administrative Areas

Paris is divided into as many as 20 administrative areas known as arrondissements.

Seine River

The river divides the city into two areas. On the right bank to the north is the Rive Droite area, and on the left to the south is the Rive Gauche area.

Saint-Germain-des-Prés ja Louvre

Saint-Germain-des-Prés: Alue, jossa on runsaasti kahviloita, leipomoita ja museoita. Louvre: Täältä löytyy muun muassa kuuluisa Louvren museo.

Postal Codes

In the address information, administrative areas are usually identified by the "arr." designation, and the smaller the postal code associated with the address, the closer the areas are located to the center of Paris.

The Marais and the Latin Quarter

Le Marais: A trendy area with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and a lively nightlife. Latin Quarter: A bohemian and youthful district known for its universities and vibrant atmosphere.

Eiffel Tower area

Almost everyone knows the Eiffel Tower and its surroundings. It is the most famous landmark in Paris.