Tag Archives: RATP

Stepping back into the river

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Parisian Fields

Hello again. Rebonjour. Our sabbatical from blogging lasted a year. We are uncertain about how and how often we will continue, but we did want to say hello to our readers (if you are still there) and post an update. … Continue reading →

Posted in History of the blind, Paris civic functions, Paris streets, Paris travel | Tagged bus routes, Fondation Custodia, gilets jaunes, May Day, RATP | 18 Comments

The blessings of a Navigo card

Posted on March 8, 2015 by Parisian Fields

I spend a fair bit of time on transit. Getting to work three days a week involves a 10-minute bus ride followed by a 20-minute subway trip. Downtown appointments mean a 30-minute streetcar ride. The Toronto Transit Commission buses are … Continue reading →

Posted in Paris metro, Paris travel | Tagged Arts and Métiers, Gregor Dallas, Ina Caro, Lapin de la RATP, Lorànt Deutsch, Metrostop Paris, Monmartrobus, Navigo card, Paris metro, Passy, RATP, Toronto, Toronto Transit Commission, trams, TTC, Tuileries | 24 Comments

The once and future Paris transport museum

Posted on September 29, 2013 by Parisian Fields

The huge Maison de la RATP on the quai de la Rapée has a sweeping view of the Seine and an impressive central atrium in which are positioned a few examples of historic trams and omnibuses. What it does not … Continue reading →