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Paris, the capital of France, world famous for its fashion, art, cinema and food. It is famously known as the City of Light (being the first European city to introduce gas lamps in the streets) and today it is one of the top travel destinations in Europe. Trains to Paris take passengers straight to its vibrant urban center, where iconic landmarks, museums and cafes abound. Paris’ six central train stations – Gare du Nord, Gare de Lyon, Gare de l'Est, Gare d'Austerlitz, Gare Saint-Lazare, and Gare Montparnasse – connect major cities throughout Europe, including the high-speed Eurostar train from London to Paris via the Channel Tunnel.
Read on to discover which trains travel to Paris
The Louvre Museum, Paris. Credit: Unsplash
The main train station in Paris is Gare du Nord, a hub for trains departing and arriving in Paris on the Eurostar from London, Brussels, Lille, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. There is access to the Metro, RER and national trains across north of Paris from this station.
The second railway station in Paris is the Gare de l'Est, just a short 10 min walk from Gare du Nord. Gare de l'Est is the oldest railway station in Paris, accessible via metro or bus. Trains at this station mainly serve eastern points, including Munich, Hamburg, and Berlin.
Gare d'Austerlitz, formerly known as Gare d'Orléans, is one of the oldest railway stations in Paris. The train station is the gateway to central France, the Pyrenees, the Toulouse region, and even the Mediterranean coast. The train station was completely revamped into a modern station.
Gare de Lyon railway is a hub for passengers heading to the south-east regions of France . The train station is famously known for Le Train Bleu restaurant, a historic restaurant which was built for travelers visiting Paris for the Universal Exposition of 1900. Gare de Lyon is the gateway for trains to Provence, Rhone Valley, and the French Riviera. The train station is a also serves Switzerland, Italy, and Languedoc-Roussillon.
Gare Montparnasse serves trains going from Paris to Madrid, and western and south-western France, including Tours, Nantes, Bordeaux, and Rennes. The railway station also has trains running to the western suburbs of Paris. The train station is on Metro lines 4, 6, 12, and 13.
Lastly, Gare Saint-Lazare, has trains traveling to Normandy and Paris’ south-western and western suburb areas. The train station is ideal for departing for Dieppe and Mont-St-Michel. Gare Saint-Lazare is accessible on Metro lines 3, 12, and 13.
The city of Paris is divided into 20 arrondissements (administrative districts) each with their own generous share of personality and charm. Le 1er (first arrondissement) sits at the beating heart of the city and is home to impressive sites including Le Musee du Louvre, the imperial gardens of Tuileries Palace (Les Jardins des Tuiliers) and the covered shopping quarters of Les Halles. From there the arrondissements number outwards in a curling snail pattern. To get in and around the city, Parisians use the integrated public transport system operated by RATP, which includes the underground Metro system and regional RER trains.
With so much on offer in Paris, it’s hard to cram everything in a single trip. But planning a visit around each arrondissement is not a bad way to hit as many spots as possible. If you’re ever unsure of where you are or which area you’re heading to, check the zip code – all Paris zip codes start with 750 and end in the arrondissement you’re in. Destination the Pompidou Centre. Address: Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004. You’re heading to the 4th arrondissement. Et voila! Here’s a list of top things to do by arrondissements in Paris.
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Got a few hours between trains? Put your things in the station’s lockers and dip out to take in some of the city’s sights. There are plenty of things to do around the main train stations including cafés, boulangeries for a quick pastry, or bars where you can relax with a glass of French wine. If you’re looking for free things to do in Paris, we recommend these three activities – all in easy reach of Gare du Nord station.
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Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.
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