Incident Details

The Extinction Rebellion (XR) environmental activist group has announced plans to carry out a week of civil disobedience in France from 11-19 October. Rallies have been scheduled in Paris, Bordeaux (Nouvelle-Aquitaine region), and Lyon (Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region). Previous demonstrations have seen the intentional blocking of roads and the disrupting of public transit services.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid protests, which may turn violent. Travelers are highly encouraged to plan travel routes in advance and maintain situational awareness. Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.