Notre Dame

The easiest way to reach the meeting point is by metro. The nearest station is Cité on line 4. Board in the correct direction (towards Porte de Clignancourt or Bagneux - Lucie Aubrac, depending on where you are).

Upon exiting the Cité station, walk to Pont au Double, a small pedestrian bridge that connects Île de la Cité with the left bank of the Seine. The walk is just 3 minutes.

The bridge is located right next to the most important suburban train station in the Latin Quarter, Saint-Michel – Notre Dame. Both line B and line C stop at this station:

RER B. Connects the north and south of Paris. It is the line that arrives from and goes to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORLYBUS), as well as the large southern suburbs.

RER C. Runs along the Seine River. Connects the west and southeast of Paris.

From the RER Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame station, follow the signs to exit towards Quai Saint-Michel, the quay next to the river, or towards Saint-Michel Square. Walk briefly along the quay (about 150 meters) and you will see Pont au Double.

The nearest bus stops are a few minutes' walk away and are served by several lines:

• Notre-Dame - Quai de Montebello (line 47). Less than 5 minutes on foot.
• Saint-Michel or Saint-Michel - Saint-Germain (lines 21, 27, 38, 87). 3 to 4 minutes on foot.
• Maubert - Mutualité (Line 47). Less than 7 minutes on foot.

When you get off at the quay (Quai de Montebello), you will be on the left bank of the Seine. Pont au Double will be the small pedestrian bridge you see crossing towards Île de la Cité (where Notre Dame is). You just have to walk a few meters to get on the bridge.

Paris has a very practical shared bicycle system called Vélib’. Near the meeting point, you will find several stations to leave or pick up a bike:

• 4001 at 10 rue d’Arcole.
• 4002 at Place Louis Lépine.
• 4003 at 1 quai aux Fleurs.

If you wish to reach Pont au Double by car, there are several nearby underground public parking lots, all open 24 hours:

• Parking Indigo Paris Lutèce. Boulevard du Palais. On Île de la Cité, near the Palais de Justice. About 5-7 minutes on foot crossing Île de la Cité.
• Parking Indigo Paris Harlay Pont Neuf. Also on Île de la Cité, to the west. About 8-10 minutes on foot.
• Parking Pont Marie. 48 Rue de l'Hôtel de ville. On the right bank, east of Île de la Cité). Nearby. About 10 minutes on foot, crossing Pont Marie.
• Saemes Parking Maubert Collège des Bernardins. 37 Bd Saint-Germain. On the left bank, in the Latin Quarter. About 10-12 minutes on foot.

It is strictly forbidden to enter with weapons or dangerous objects (knives, scissors, tools, aerosols, syringes, etc.). Access with illegal substances, alcoholic beverages, or flammable products is not allowed. Large suitcases and luggage are prohibited; it is recommended to limit personal belongings to speed up security checks. Entry with scooters, skateboards, or similar objects is not authorized.

Smoking, eating, or drinking inside the cathedral is prohibited. Animals are not allowed, except for duly accredited medical assistance animals.

Appropriate and respectful clothing is requested in line with the religious character of the place: cover shoulders, torso, abdomen, and thighs; avoid transparent or excessively tight clothing. Men are asked to remove hats, caps, or beanies inside. Silence is requested, and respect for prayer and the contemplative atmosphere of the temple.

Phone calls are prohibited inside the cathedral. Photography without flash is allowed, except in marked areas. Tripods, selfie sticks, and professional equipment are not authorized without prior permission.

All visitors must pass through security checks at the entrance. The premises are protected and supervised to ensure everyone's safety.