Paris Métro
| Paris Métro | |
|---|---|
 Map of the Paris Métro | |
| Overview | |
| Locale | Paris, Île-de-France, France |
| Transit type | Rapid transit |
| Number of lines | 16 |
| Number of stations | 304 |
| Annual ridership | 1.52 billion (2019) |
| Operation | |
| Operator(s) | RATP Group |
| Technical | |
| System length | 225.1 km (139.9 mi) |
| Track gauge | Standard gauge (1,435 mm) |
The Paris Métro (short for Métropolitain) is a rapid transit system in Paris, France. It is one of the most extensive and busiest metro systems in the world, known for its density within the city limits and its architectural style influenced by Art Nouveau.
History[edit | edit source]
The Paris Métro was inaugurated on 19 July 1900, with the opening of its first line between Porte de Vincennes and Porte Maillot. The system was designed to provide efficient transportation within the city and to connect with the existing railway network.
Network[edit | edit source]
The Paris Métro network consists of 16 lines, numbered 1 to 14, with two additional lines, 3bis and 7bis, which are short branch lines. The lines are mostly underground and cover a total length of 225.1 kilometers. The system has 304 stations, many of which are known for their distinctive entrances designed by Hector Guimard.
Lines[edit | edit source]
- Line 1: La Défense – Château de Vincennes
- Line 2: Porte Dauphine – Nation
- Line 3: Pont de Levallois – Gallieni
- Line 3bis: Gambetta – Porte des Lilas
- Line 4: Porte de Clignancourt – Mairie de Montrouge
- Line 5: Bobigny – Place d'Italie
- Line 6: Charles de Gaulle – Étoile – Nation
- Line 7: La Courneuve – Villejuif / Mairie d'Ivry
- Line 7bis: Louis Blanc – Pré Saint-Gervais
- Line 8: Balard – Pointe du Lac
- Line 9: Pont de Sèvres – Mairie de Montreuil
- Line 10: Boulogne – Pont de Saint-Cloud – Gare d'Austerlitz
- Line 11: Châtelet – Mairie des Lilas
- Line 12: Front Populaire – Mairie d'Issy
- Line 13: Saint-Denis – Université / Les Courtilles – Châtillon – Montrouge
- Line 14: Saint-Lazare – Olympiades
Operation[edit | edit source]
The Paris Métro is operated by the RATP Group (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens). The system operates from approximately 5:30 AM to 1:15 AM, with extended hours on weekends and public holidays. Trains run frequently, with intervals of 2 to 4 minutes during peak hours and 5 to 10 minutes during off-peak hours.
Architecture[edit | edit source]
The Paris Métro is renowned for its Art Nouveau station entrances designed by Hector Guimard. These entrances are characterized by their ornate ironwork and distinctive signage. The stations themselves vary in design, with some featuring elaborate tilework and others being more utilitarian.
Future Developments[edit | edit source]
Several extensions and new lines are planned for the Paris Métro, including the Grand Paris Express project, which aims to add new lines and extend existing ones to improve connectivity in the Île-de-France region.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
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