Originally Posted by
Machka
Bicycles are allowed on trains in France. They are allowed on all the slower trains, I believe, and on some of the fast trains (TGV). If you are going to take your bicycle on a TGV, you will need to book ahead and buy a ticket for it.
Why do you ask?
So it's OK in the Metro in Paris, too? I never saw one when I was there, but there are also so many steep stairs there!
Why, because it will be so nice and convenient when traveling and rent a bike to go everywhere (although, I agree it's annoying to other passengers if the train is not too empty, plus you have to carry them over the stairs)
Thanks for all the information!