Metro Line 17
Saint-Denis Pleyel
Le Mesnil-Amelot
Line 17 is part of the new automatic metro lines of the Grand Paris Express project, whose ultimate goal is to transform mobility in Île-de-France. This extension of the Paris metro will connect the Saint-Denis Pleyel station, north of Paris, to the Le Mesnil-Amelot station, passing through the Roissy-Charles de Gaulle airport. The future Line 17 will be partly underground and partly elevated, and will share a common section with Line 16, between Saint-Denis Pleyel and Le Bourget. With its nine stations, it will provide connections with metro lines 14, 15, 16, and 18 of the Grand Paris Express, RER B and D, as well as the Transilien, and tramway lines T1 and T11. Line 17 will directly serve Le Bourget airport and Terminal 2 of Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV airport. The interconnection between the metropolis and the economic and airport hubs, particularly Roissy and the business areas around Gonesse and Le Bourget, will thus be strengthened. You will be able to reach the Air and Space Museum by getting off at the Le Bourget-Aéroport station, or the Exhibition Center by getting off at the station of the same name.
Which cities will be crossed by the new Metro Line 17?
Stretching 26.5 km, Line 17 will cross 13 municipalities in the north of Île-de-France, in the departments of Seine-Saint-Denis, Val-d’Oise, and Seine-et-Marne. Among the main cities involved are Saint-Denis Pleyel, La Courneuve, Le Bourget (with a connection at Le Bourget Airport station), Dugny, Le Blanc-Mesnil, Gonesse, Villepinte, Tremblay, and Le Mesnil-Amelot, the terminus of the line.
What is the planned commissioning date for Metro Line 17?
The commissioning of Line 17 is planned in several phases. The first section, between Saint-Denis Pleyel and Le Bourget Airport, is expected by 2027. The commissioning of the second section, between Le Bourget Airport and the Exhibition Center, is anticipated in 2028. The final section, between the Exhibition Center and Le Mesnil-Amelot, is expected to be operational by 2030.
What will be the future connections of Line 17?
Line 17 will serve nine stations between Saint-Denis-Pleyel and Le Mesnil-Amelot, all in less than 25 minutes. It will offer several important connections with other public transport lines, including RER B, Transilien lines T1 and T11, and metro lines 14, 15, and 16.
- The Saint-Denis Pleyel station will allow you to take RER D, metro line 14, as well as line 15 (by 2031) and line 16 (by 2026).
- At the La Courneuve – Six Routes station, you will have access to metro line 16 (by 2026) and Transilien tramway line T1.
- The Le Bourget station will give you access to RER B, metro line 16 (in 2026), and Transilien tramway line T11.
- The Parc des Expositions station will connect to RER B.
- The Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV station will also serve RER B, as well as the CDGVAL inter-terminal shuttle and the CDG Express, intended to connect the airport to the Paris-Est station.
What major points of interest will be served by Line 17?
Line 17 of the Grand Paris Express will serve numerous major points of interest.
- The Pleyel district, an area undergoing significant transformation that attracts many economic development projects.
- Le Bourget Airport, the leading business airport in Europe, and the Air and Space Museum, a must-see for aviation enthusiasts.
- The Triangle de Gonesse business area, one of the future economic hubs in the north of Île-de-France, hosting companies, shops, and research centers.
- The Villepinte Exhibition Center, one of the largest convention centers in Europe, hosting numerous events throughout the year.
- Terminal 2 of Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport, a major hub for international air transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will be the advantages of Line 17?
The new Metro Line 17 will play a key role in enhancing mobility in Île-de-France. It will serve strategic areas for tourism and regional economic development. This future line is part of a multimodal network, aiming to facilitate the mobility of residents and visitors between various points of interest in the Île-de-France region. Stations close to areas like the Triangle de Gonesse, Le Bourget Airport, and the Roissy terminals will enhance the attractiveness of these territories for businesses and investors.
What will be the impact of Line 17 on the journeys of Île-de-France residents?
The new Metro Line 17 will improve mobility for Île-de-France residents. The trains will travel at an average speed of 55 to 66 km/h. It will significantly reduce travel times to Paris. For example, it will be possible to reach the capital from the Triangle de Gonesse in less than 20 minutes, compared to nearly 45 minutes with the existing urban transport. This time saving will delight both workers and students. Logically, the fact that the municipalities of Le Bourget, Gonesse, and Le Mesnil-Amelot are better served should lead to an increase in real estate attractiveness, especially for housing close to metro stations.