{"id":18755,"date":"2019-06-14T10:00:13","date_gmt":"2019-06-14T08:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/?p=18755"},"modified":"2025-03-25T10:07:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T10:07:45","slug":"accessible-transport-paris-people-disabilities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lodgis.com\/en\/accessible-transport-paris-people-disabilities\/","title":{"rendered":"Accessible Transport in Paris for People with Disabilities"},"content":{"rendered":"

Planning a trip to the French capital and wondering about transport in Paris for people with disabilities<\/strong>? In 2025, Paris continues its efforts to improve accessibility for travelers with disabilities<\/strong>, especially with the Olympic Games approaching. Despite its narrow streets and historic buildings, the city offers several accessible mobility<\/strong> solutions if you’re well informed.<\/p>\n

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Metro: only one fully accessible line in Paris<\/h2>\n

Line 14<\/strong> remains the only fully wheelchair-accessible metro line<\/strong>, with elevators and level platforms at every station. It runs east to west through central Paris and stops at key locations like Ch\u00e2telet, Saint-Lazare, Gare de Lyon, and Olympiades.<\/p>\n

However, most other Paris metro lines are not accessible for wheelchair users<\/strong> due to the lack of elevators and steps at train entrances. If you’re looking for an accessible metro in Paris<\/strong>, stick to Line 14 or check the IDF Mobilit\u00e9s app for stations under construction or with partial access.<\/p>\n

2025 fare:<\/strong> Metro-Train-RER Ticket (zone 1): \u20ac2.50<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Buses: the most accessible transport option in Paris<\/h2>\n

Good news: all Paris buses<\/strong> are equipped with wheelchair ramps. The driver can deploy the ramp on request to help you board or exit. There\u2019s a designated space onboard for wheelchair users. Today, buses are the most efficient solution for accessible transportation in Paris<\/strong> within the city.<\/p>\n

2025 fare:<\/strong> Bus-Tram Ticket: \u20ac2.00<\/strong> onboard or at a ticket machine. Valid for 1 hour with transfers allowed between buses or bus\/tram (not metro\/RER).<\/p>\n

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RER: accessible stations on lines A and B<\/h2>\n

The RER train network<\/strong> is often more accessible than the metro. Most stations on lines A and B are equipped with ramps or elevators. Staff members can assist with portable ramps for boarding. It\u2019s a good option for longer journeys, especially to Roissy-CDG and Orly airports<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

For urban trips within zone 1, you can use the \u20ac2.50 Metro-Train-RER ticket. For trips beyond zone 1, a specific fare is required.<\/p>\n

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Tram: a modern and accessible network<\/h2>\n

The tram lines around the Paris outskirts are 100% wheelchair accessible<\/strong>, with level boarding and dedicated spaces onboard. While trams don’t go into central Paris, they\u2019re very useful for reaching suburban or residential areas.<\/p>\n

The \u20ac2.00 Bus-Tram Ticket also applies to trams.<\/p>\n

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Accessible taxis in Paris<\/h2>\n

Several taxi companies offer accessible vehicles. The most well-known is G7 Access<\/strong>, which you can book via their app or by calling 01 47 39 00 91. These wheelchair-accessible taxis in Paris<\/strong> come with ramps and secure spaces for wheelchairs. Though more expensive, they\u2019re often the easiest way to reach hard-to-access areas (like Montmartre or cobblestone streets).<\/p>\n

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Tips for getting around Paris with limited mobility<\/h2>\n