Strike to Have Minimal Effect on Weekend Rail Services in France

Rail passengers in France will experience little disruption from the strike this weekend, as SNCF ensures nearly all services will operate as planned through Sunday. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

SNCF CEO Jean-Pierre Farandou stated that around 90% of scheduled trains will depart on time, including during the peak travel period. He added that Wednesday and Thursday would see virtually no strike activity, allowing smooth operations.

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Minor delays affected regional services on Monday, but overall impact remained low. Long-distance and high-speed routes, such as TGV Inoui and Ouigo, largely operated without issues.

Strike Plans Offset by Flexible Booking Policy

To reduce inconvenience, SNCF has made all TGV Inoui and Ouigo tickets between May 5 and 11 eligible for free exchanges or refunds. This gesture aims to help travelers navigate any unexpected changes.

Alain Krakovitch, Director of TGV-Intercités, confirmed that passengers affected by cancellations will receive a 50% discount voucher for future trips. The discount applies even if alternative travel options are used.

Strike Preparations Ensure Service Continuity

Despite the strike, SNCF’s careful planning has prevented widespread disruptions. The company’s swift communication and customer-friendly policies helped maintain trust among holiday travelers.

As France heads into a long weekend, SNCF’s ability to ensure reliability despite the strike demonstrates strong operational control. Travellers are still encouraged to check schedules before departure.

Source: today.rtl.lu

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