Gare du Nord in Paris, France, handles approximately 214.2 million passengers each year. It is the busiest station in Europe and in the world outside of Japan.
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It's where you go to reach London on the Eurostar, but the majority of the millions of passengers are commuters on their way to and from jobs in the city.
Gare de LyonIt's probably the prettiest of Paris's stations. It's also home to one of the city's most famous restaurants: Le Train Bleu. Open since 1901, the decor has a grandeur to rival the palace of Versailles.
The easiest and quickest way to reach Eiffel Tower would be to take the Metro. Line 6 (green) of the metro will take you to Bir-Hakeim Station, which is a 8 minute walk away from Eiffel Tower. A. The Eiffel Tower stop which is located about 400 m away from Eiffel Tower is the closest stop to the tower.
Worldwide. The world's busiest passenger station, with a passenger throughput of 3.5 million passengers per day (1.27 billion per year), is Shinjuku Station in Tokyo.
Twelve stations welcome less than one million passengers: Saint-Fargeau, Vaneau, Falguière, Porte d'Auteuil, Danube, Chardon-Lagache, Bolivar, Buttes-Chaumont, Pré-Saint-Gervais, Pelleport. The least busy métro station in Paris is Église d'Auteuil (line 10 westbound service only) in the 16th arrondissement.
The Tower lights and beacon are lit up every evening from dusk until 11.45pm. As soon as it gets dark, the Eiffel Tower's golden lighting switches on automatically within less than 10 minutes, thanks to light-sensitive twilight sensors. Simply check an almanac to find out what time the monument will light up.
The comfort level of Eurostar train, affordable prices, fast speed and luxurious service makes it a winner over all other travel option like ferries, buses and flights.
Walking around Paris at night can be safe in many areas, but it's essential to stay cautious. Stick to well-lit and crowded areas, avoid empty streets, and be mindful of your belongings. Utilize public transportation or taxis when needed for added security.