As millions of visitors prepare to travel across France this summer, getting around is usually straightforward - strikes and occasional disruptions aside. But knowing a few key French travel terms can make a big difference when plans go awry.
Emma Albright - emma.albright@thelocal.com
Updated: Thu 4 Jun 2026 10:26 CET
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Gare de Lyon railway station in Paris. (Photo by LEO VIGNAL / AFP)
As millions of visitors prepare to travel across France this summer, getting around is usually straightforward - strikes and occasional disruptions aside. But knowing a few key French travel terms can make a big difference when plans go awry.
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