Deconfirinage in Paris: a gentle recovery

After 55 days of confinement, the Parisians have regained part of their liberty divided between the joy of reconnecting with a semblance of social life and a certain prudence. We feared the rush, it is actually a smooth recovery that began since Monday, May 11 in the streets of Paris. From the Canal Saint-Martin to the Parvis de la Défense, a short stroll through a capital that wakes up groggy and full of caution. A successful collective challenge.

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The Saint-Martin canal, conviviality is regulated, alcohol consumption is now prohibited after dozens of people gathered on Monday evening. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

The cafes and restaurants remain closed, they will not know until the end of May if they will be able to reopen from June 2. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Non-essential businesses and markets have resumed, as in Barbès. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

The steps of the Sacred Heart are once again an unmissable meeting place. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Cycling is now favored for public transport and new routes have been specifically created. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Gare Saint-Lazare, the mask is compulsory. As in all public transport. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

The banks of the Seine are reopened again. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

And in the shopping malls, customers are back. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Aboubacar Traoré, juggler at Cirque du Soleil, resumes training after three months on the forecourt of the Eiffel Tower. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

The banks of the Bois de Boulogne once again become a popular place to relax. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Few people in the business district of La Défense. Companies still favor telework. RFI / Pierre René-Worms

Henceforth, even the statues advance masked. RFI / Pierre René-Worms