"May 1st has, since 1889, been International Workers' Day and around the world there are demonstrations and marches held on the day as a demonstration of international solidarity. This is a tradition that France has embraced with enthusiasm and most towns and cities will have a demonstration."
"Public transport will face disruptions, including the closure of 11 Metro stations on four lines in Paris from 12 noon on May 1st. Affected lines include Ligne 3, Ligne 5, Ligne 8, and Ligne 9."
"Gare de Lyon, one of the busiest railway stations in France, will be closed to all traffic over the May holiday weekend for pre-planned engineering works, affecting RER, Transilien, and high-speed train services."
May 1st, 2026, is International Workers' Day, a public holiday in France. Most businesses will close, and demonstrations will occur in towns and cities. In Paris, a major march will start at Place de la République at 2pm. Public transport will face disruptions, including the closure of 11 Metro stations. Traffic on line 4 will be interrupted due to maintenance, and Gare de Lyon will be closed for engineering works over the holiday weekend, affecting many travelers.
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