Category / subclass :

Disabled / SNCF rail network

Activity :

A variety of measures facilitate travel plans: the integration in the "Socrates" general reservation system of specially adapted space for people travelling by TGV in their wheelchairs; the possibility of reserving a seat by telephone or Minitel and of having your ticket delivered to your home; 'Corail' and TGV trains have areas reserved for people travelling in wheelchairs. These seat
s are located in first with a second-class ticket. The SNCF has set up a special phoneline in French "SNCF Accessibilité Service" on 0 800 15 47 53. The web site, www.voyages-sncf.fr provides information in English on services and facilities, to ensure a smooth journey for people with disabilities.