Gare de Paris-Est, Railway terminal in 10th arrondissement, France
Gare de Paris-Est is a large terminal station in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, linking northeastern France with international destinations. The building holds three main entrances and thirty platforms that extend beneath a high glass roof.
The terminal opened in 1849 under the name Strasbourg Platform, serving as a departure point for routes heading east. From 1883 onward, the Orient Express began its journey here to Constantinople, giving the location international importance.
The name reflects its role as a gateway to eastern France and beyond, while the Euville stone facade carries allegorical figures representing the destinations served. Travelers pass through the hall daily on long-distance journeys, with the historic architecture framing modern rail services.
The terminal connects with metro lines 4, 5, and 7, providing links across central Paris. High-speed trains depart from here to Strasbourg, Luxembourg, Frankfurt, and Stuttgart, so visitors should allow time for orientation and platform location.
A large wall painting inside shows French soldiers departing for the Western Front in 1914, recalling the role this place played during World War I. The image captures the moment of farewell that shaped many families during that period.
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