Paid parking in Paris. bikers are already angry

On this first morning of September, the weather in Paris is still very summery. A few steps from the main entrance of the European Georges-Pompidou Hospital (HEGP) at 15^e district, rue Leblanc, white markings on the ground “Paid motorcycle” indicates to motorcyclists that they must now put their hands in their pockets to park. The price is persuasive and leaves them wondering. The first two hours cost €2 each, up to €4 for up to 6 hours. “I’m moving my scooter from this toll plaza. I will stop in the parking lot of the hospital, I have agreed with my colleagues. But how long will this solution last? asks Alice, who is in her thirties and works at HEGP, ready to start her car. I think I’ll end up buying one electric scooter“. Another problem is that the maximum parking time in inner Paris is limited to six hours. The two-wheeler must then theoretically leave the area or incur a fine called a pack…