Incident Details
On November 17, the Yellow Vests activist group will hold a series of protests in cities across France. All demonstrations will begin at 8:00 PM in the following locations: the Parvis du Sacre-Coeur in Paris; the Prefecture in Marseille; Place des Terreaux in Lyon; Place Pey Berland in Bordeaux; the Mairie in Lille; and Place Saint-Georges in Toulouse. The actions are commemorating the movement’s fifth anniversary and calling for economic reforms. Traffic disruptions and a police presence are expected near the demonstrations.
Traveler Safety
SafeAbroad travelers should avoid any demonstrations and anticipate traffic disruptions in the vicinity.
