From September 2024, the speed on the Paris ring road will be limited to 50 km/h, instead of the current 70 km/h. This change is a result of the Paris city government’s announcement that the speed limit on the ring road will be reduced by 20 km/h after the Olympic Games.
The decision to lower the speed limit was made as part of the city’s “Climate Plan.” The city stated that as of September 14, 2024, the speed limit on the ring road will be reduced to 50 km/h. This change aims to reduce pollution and increase safety for road users.
During the Olympic Games, a designated “Olympic lane” will allow athletes, emergency services, and officials to travel safely and quickly between accommodation and competition sites. After the games, this lane will be converted to serve public transportation and carpooling.
The overall goal of these measures is to reduce pollution, which poses a public health issue. The city also aims to transform half of the public parking spaces into green spaces and create more pedestrian-friendly areas within the city.
These changes demonstrate the city’s commitment to addressing environmental and health concerns and promoting sustainable transportation methods.
