13 France: Taxis in Paris
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This article is from the Paris, France FAQ, by Thierry E. Toniutti and Delphine Kensit nemo_n@yahoo.com.
13 France: Taxis in Paris
Taxis stands are generally located at streets corners, outside raiway
stations or official buildings and of course at air terminal airports.
They can be hailed in the streets. Fares increase at night and early
in the morning.
They take no more than 3 passengers exceptionnaly 4, and have limited
space for luggage (European cars!). Fares between airports and Paris
are about 120 to 250 Francs according to destination, time and traffic
conditions. Tip is minimum 10 %.
For your information there are three rates :
There is always a minimum amount of charge and different rates :
The rate with the letter A is charged for inside Paris
from 7:00 am till 7:00 pm.
The rate B inside Paris from 7:00 pm till 7:00 am,
and rate B all day sundays and holidays.
The rate C is valid only at night in the surburbs, and during the day
in "Haut de Seine, Seine St Denis and Val de Marne" departments when
the taxi doesn't come back with the client. Additional charges at
stations, for luggage and animals.
To put in a claim, write to the Prefecture de Police, Service Taxis,
36 rue des morillons 75732 Paris Cedex 15 (don't forget to mention the
licence plate, date and time).
As in New York and every big city, cab drivers are a little bit rude
most of the time (some are exceptional!). Don't pay attention to them
just enjoy your ride in the city !
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