Paris Half-Marathon 2026: Traffic and Parking Restrictions Announced
Paris, March 9 – Runners are in their starting blocks for the new edition of the Paris Half-Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026. Due to this highly anticipated annual race, parking and traffic will be restricted across several streets in the capital. These measures, detailed by the Paris Police Prefecture, aim to ensure the smooth conduct of the sporting event.
Race Route and Key Areas Affected
The 21.0975 km half-marathon will traverse some of the capital’s most iconic neighborhoods, including Boulevard Saint-Germain, the banks of the Seine, the National Library of France, the Château de Vincennes, Hôtel de Ville, Rue de Rivoli, and Place de la Bastille. This extensive route necessitates temporary adjustments to normal traffic and parking conditions.
Parking Restrictions
Parking for all types of vehicles will be prohibited in several areas, with varying durations:
- Boulevard Saint-Germain: From March 6, 6:00 PM, to March 8, 3:30 PM.
- Rue Biscornet, Rue de Lyon, Rue Lacuée, and Avenue Daumesnil (up to Avenue Ledru-Rollin), Boulevard de la Bastille: From March 6, 6:00 PM, to March 8, 8:30 PM.
- Boulevard Bourdon, Place de la Bastille, Quai Henri IV, Rue Saint-Antoine: From March 6, 6:00 PM, to March 8, 6:00 PM.
- Avenue de Gravelle (from n°3 to n°12), Bd de Reuilly (from n°23 to n°45), Avenue de la Porte de Charenton (from n°14 to n°19), Avenue Daumesnil (from n°212 to n°229): From March 6, 6:00 PM, to March 8, 4:00 PM.
Traffic Restrictions
Traffic will also be prohibited on specific roads and during certain times:
- Boulevard Henri IV and Pont de Sully: From March 7, 11:00 PM, to March 8, 5:30 PM.
- Boulevard Saint-Germain: From March 7, 11:00 PM, to March 8, 3:30 PM.
- Quai des Célestins, Boulevard Morland, Quai Henri IV, Quais Tournelle, Montbello, Béthune: From March 8, 6:00 AM, to 3:30 PM.
- Rue Biscornet, Rue de Lyon, Rue Lacuée, and Avenue Daumesnil (up to Avenue Ledru-Rollin), Boulevard de la Bastille: From March 7, 11:00 PM, to March 8, 8:30 PM.
- Boulevard Bourdon, Place de la Bastille, Quai Henri IV, Rue Saint-Antoine: From March 7, 11:00 PM, to March 8, 6:00 PM.
- Avenue de Gravelle (from n°3 to n°12), Bd de Reuilly (from n°23 to n°45), Avenue de la Porte de Charenton (from n°14 to n°19), Avenue Daumesnil (from n°212 to n°229): From March 8, 6:00 AM, to 4:00 PM.
- Rest of the route: From March 8, 7:00 AM, to 3:30 PM.
These temporary measures are crucial for the safety of participants and spectators alike. Residents and visitors are advised to consult the official website of the Paris Police Prefecture for the complete and most up-to-date details regarding these restrictions.
Upcoming Marathon in April
The Paris Half-Marathon serves as a significant event leading up to the main Paris Marathon, scheduled for April 12. Both events draw thousands of participants and spectators, highlighting Paris’s role as a major hub for international sporting competitions.
