France: Rail employees strike in Occitania Region July 30-31

Event

Unionized rail staff employed by French railway operator SNCF are striking in the Occitania region on July 30-31. The industrial action is likely to cause disruptions through late July 31. Disruptions to TER, TGV, and Intercity services are likely, particularly in the former Midi-Pyrenees region in western Occitania. According to SNCF, the affected lines include:

• Port-Bou Marseille: Disruptions July 30-31

• Cerbere Narbonne Toulouse: Disruptions July 30-31

• Train Jaune: Disruptions July 30-31

• Carcassonne Limoux: Disruptions July 30

• Perpignan Villefranche: Disruptions July 30

• Nimes Le Grau du Roi: Disruptions July 30

• Nimes Clermont-Ferrand: Disruptions July 30

• Beziers Clermont-Ferrand: Disruptions July 31

• Nimes Marvejols: Disruptions July 31

The elevated use of alternative means of transport, such as regional buses, taxis, or private vehicles, could prompt increased road traffic congestion. Residual disruptions are possible after the strike ends as rail operators reposition rolling stock.

Advice

Confirm all train reservations and allow additional time for travel during the announced strike period. Arrange alternative transport options if necessary.