Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport
Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport, International airport in Roissy-en-France, France.
Description
Paris-Charles de Gaulle is an international airport in Roissy-en-France, located around 25 kilometers northeast of Paris. The site extends across several municipalities and includes three main terminals connected by an automated rail system.
History
The airport opened on March 8, 1974, replacing the older Paris airport system with a new generation of facilities. Its early years were marked by an innovative terminal concept that was later expanded multiple times.
Culture
The terminals display rotating art exhibitions and French design objects that give travelers a first impression of the country's culture. Many passengers take time to walk through these installations before continuing their journey.
Practical
The RER line B connects terminals 2 and 3 to central Paris in roughly 45 minutes. Signage and wayfinding are provided in multiple languages, helping travelers navigate between different areas.
Did you know?
Terminal 1 was built as a circular structure with seven satellite buildings arranged around a central hub. This architectural solution allowed for shorter walking distances between gates and shaped the airport's appearance permanently.
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