Paris Bus Network, Tramways & Metro Line 14
While historic pre-1930 Paris Métro lines (Lines 1–13) mostly lack street-to-platform elevators, 100% of Paris RATP city buses and all modern Tramways (T1–T13), RER A/B hubs, and fully automated Metro Line 14 (linking Orly Airport, Gare de Lyon, Châtelet, Pyramides/Louvre, and Saint-Lazare) are step-free with automatic boarding ramps and dedicated wheelchair spaces.
SNCF Accès Plus & Priority Museum Admission
Book SNCF 'Accès Plus' assistance free of charge up to 24 hours before train departure (via sncf-voyageurs.com or +33 1 84 94 36 35) for guaranteed staff hydraulic lift boarding at TGV, Intercités, and TER platforms. Major French museums—including the Louvre (via the Pyramid lift), Musée d'Orsay, Centre Pompidou, and Versailles—grant free, skip-the-line priority entry to travelers with disabilities plus one accompanying companion.
Key Takeaways & Local Tips
- Verify schedules and book high-speed train tickets directly on SNCF Connect or the Bonjour RATP app.
- Save our offline French Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards on your phone before boarding your flight.
- Always greet staff with 'Bonjour' before asking a question in English or French.
Official sources & further reading
Rules, prices and schedules change. Confirm details here before you travel: