Metro line 4: a line and its history

On 21 April 1908, metro line 4 opened to the public between Porte de Clignancourt and Châtelet stations. Here is its story. 

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Metro line 3bis: a line and its history

27 March 1971 marked the commissioning of the shortest line on the Paris metro. Unlock the full history with us!

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Metro line 3: a line and its history

Do you know the history of Paris metro line 3, which was commissioned on 19 October 1904? Unlock the full history with us!

Metro line 2 : a line and its history

Do you know the history of Paris’ metro line 2 and that it was commissioned in 1900 ? Embark with us on this railway adventure.

Metro line 1: a line and its history

Metro line 1, which connects Château de Vincennes station in the east to La Défense station in the west, is the first line to have been…

Do you know... the Montmartre funicular?

Opened in 1900, the Montmartre funicular is an iconic feature of the Butte neighbourhood. Find out more about its history!

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Metro line 11: a line and its history

On 28 April 1935, line 11 connecting Châtelet and Porte des Lilas stations was commissioned. Let's delve into its history!

Do you know the history behind Paris metro seats?

Seats across the Paris metro network, with their distinctive shapes and styles, have always been objects of fascination. Here is a look…

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Do you know about unusual metro entrances?

The station entrances designed by Hector Guimard in the early 20th century are emblematic of the Paris metro. But his cast iron fences…