Paris Metro Ditches Paper Tickets After 125 Years - Paris Metro ditches paper tickets for eco-friendly digital travel
Paris is going green with its public transport. The RATP, the company managing the Paris Metro and commuter rail network, has phased out paper tickets. Now, visitors can use the 'Navigo Easy' card or their smartphones for seamless travel.
The shift began two years ago with the discontinuation of the 'Carnet de 10'. Now, rechargeable electronic cards, subscription passes, and smartphone-based tickets are the norm. The 'Navigo Easy' card is the recommended option for tourists, allowing them to load multi-day passes or purchase individual tickets tailored to their stay.
Over 500 million paper tickets were sold annually, contributing to waste and litter. The RATP aims to reduce this environmental impact. Unused paper tickets can still be exchanged for digital alternatives until next year, but paper tickets are no longer sold in the network. Contactless credit cards are not yet accepted as a fare medium, but tickets can be bought and validated via smartphone.
The Paris Metro and commuter rail network have embraced digital technology to reduce waste and enhance user experience. The 'Navigo Easy' card and smartphone tickets are now the primary means of payment, with paper tickets phased out and exchangeable until next year.
