Paris Metro: line closed for 2 weeks as of Saturday for repairs

For many Parisians, the Paris metro is part of everyday life. However, a well-known line will soon be closed for two weeks. This temporary interruption is likely to disrupt the habits of thousands of passengers.

Line 7bis closed for modernization work

RATP has announced the complete closure of line 7bis from July 28 to August 17, 2025. This little line, often described as “creepy” by users, serves the north-east of the capital. Stations between Louis Blanc and Pré-Saint-Gervais will no longer be accessible during this period.

This decision is by no means insignificant for the residents of the 19th arrondissement. They will have to find alternatives for their daily commutes. Substitute buses will take over, but journey times will be longer.

Line 7bis remains one of the shortest in the network. It has only 8 stations and measures just 3.1 kilometers. As a result, work can be carried out in a concentrated fashion over a limited period.

“This temporary closure will allow us to modernize the infrastructure and improve passenger comfort.”

Why are some users worried about this line?

Line 7bis has a special atmosphere that intrigues many passengers. Its old stations, sometimes poorly lit, give it a unique character in the Paris metro. What’s more, some of them, like Haxo, have been closed to the public for decades.

The trains operating on this line are several years old. The current rolling stock, MF 88s, will gradually be replaced by more modern MF 19s. This transition is part of a vast network renewal plan.

• Scheduled to close from July 28 to August 17, 2025
• 8 stations between Louis Blanc and Pré-Saint-Gervais
• Replacement buses provided by RATP
• Infrastructure upgrades
• Gradual replacement of old MF 88 trainsets

Alternatives for travellers during the closure

RATP has organized a replacement service to limit the inconvenience. Buses will be running between the various regular stations on line 7bis. However, users will have to allow for extra travel time.

Other Paris metro lines can be used as alternatives. The classic line 7 and line 11 serve nearby areas. Regular travelers will be able to adapt their itineraries without too much difficulty.

The T3b tramway is also an interesting option for certain journeys. It runs along the boulevards des Maréchaux and serves several points in north-eastern Paris. In addition, the Ile-de-France Mobilités bus network offers a variety of connections in the area.

For cyclists, this can be a good time to try out Vélib’ or other soft mobility solutions. In recent years, the number of bicycle lanes in this part of the capital has increased. This makes cycling a real alternative for short journeys.

A project that forms part of a wider plan

This temporary closure is not an isolated case in the Paris metro. RATP regularly carries out modernization work throughout the network. The aim of these works is to improve the safety and comfort of the 4 million daily users.

Rolling stock renewal is a priority for the operator. The new MF 19 trains offer more space and better accessibility. They are also quieter and consume less energy.

What users need to remember before summer

The period chosen for this work corresponds to the summer school vacations. Paris metro ridership traditionally drops at this time. RATP therefore hopes to limit the impact on as many people as possible.

Regular passengers on line 7bis should anticipate this closure. Consult the RATP application or website to stay informed in real time. Information boards will also be installed in the stations concerned.

For those discovering this atypical line, there are still a few months to go before it closes. Some enthusiasts even organize tours to explore its mysterious nooks and crannies. Despite its small size, line 7bis has a rich history that deserves to be discovered.

The Paris metro continues its gradual transformation towards greater modernity. These two weeks of work on line 7bis are just one stage in the process. Users can look forward to a more efficient network in the years to come.

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