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Handy Tips For Disabled Visitors To Paris

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A view of the Eiffel Tower

Paris is probably one of the most visited cities in Europe. It is set to be even more popular in 2024 as the eyes of the world will be on it, as it hosts both the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The city has long had a reputation for being one of the most romantic cities in the world, as well as the centre of the Fashion Industry, a cultural city and the capital of fine cuisine. So, there is plenty to attract the visitor and it is a city I fell in love with as a teenager and I have lost count of how many times I have visited this beautiful city.

Arriving in Paris

If you are arriving by air, the chances are you will be arriving in Paris Charles De Gaulle. This is the main airport in Paris. It is one of the largest and busiest airports in the World. There are 3 terminals which are well designed for the disabled traveler and have accessible toilet facilities in all terminals. There is PRM Assistance services but these need to be requested at time of booking your flight if possible but certainly not less than 48 hours ahead of your arrival. 

If you are traveling to Paris by Eurostar, you can join the train at St Pancras in London, where there is Eurostar Special Assistance who will be able to assist you on to the train. If you are not able to walk more than 200 metres without assistance, then you will be able to remain in your wheelchair and you will be able to travel in Standard Plus or Business Plus where the wheelchair spaces are. If you can walk more than 200 metres and board the train and transfer to a seat you can store your foldable wheelchair in the luggage rack.

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