A few days after the implementation of the ZTL in Paris, the Waze and Google Maps guidance applications were updated.
After massive pedestrianization and the drop in speed to 50 km/h on the Paris ring road, the mayor of Paris continues to make life difficult for motorists. Thus, since last Monday, November 4, the municipality has taken an important step in reducing car traffic by implementing a limited traffic zone (ZTL) in its hypercenter. And inevitably, this may require a little adaptation time for the drivers affected by this measure.
GPS adapt to the Paris ZTL
To allow a smooth transition, the town hall has decided to start with an awareness phase and prevention, which will last at least three months before effective controls are established. During this period, offenders will not be fined but will be warned of the new rules in force, allowing residents and users to gradually adapt. This approach educational aims to encourage Parisians to adhere to this measure and avoid immediate confrontation But in the meantime, what about GPS navigation Well, we learn that navigation applications like Waze and Google Maps have quickly integrated the changes? imposed by the Parisian ZTL On Waze, for example, a message appears as soon as you enter the city center of Paris as a destination, clearly indicating the existence of the limited traffic zone. It is also possible to configure a proof in the settings. of the application, if you have a legitimate reason to travel in the ZTL, which avoids receiving repeated warnings.
A quick update
But that's not all, because on the side of Google Maps also, things have changed. Indeed, the interface has been modified to include a dotted border around the ZTL, providing users with a clear visualization of the boundaries of the restricted area. This visual feature is particularly useful for drivers, who can anticipate their route based on the new restrictions. On the other hand, Apple's Maps application has not yet taken into account the Parisian ZTL, as noted by BFM TV, which could pose a problem for iOS users used to using this service. With this measure, Paris City Hall hopes to see a notable reduction in car traffic and polluting emissions in the city center, while promoting a better quality of life for residents and workers in these districts. Of course, if this ZTL proves effective, it could inspire other large French cities to follow the example of the capital.
As a reminder, you will need to have a valid reason to go to the first four arrondissements of Paris, but at the beginning, a simple parking ticket can serve as proof. Later, the town hall plans to set up a QR code which must be presented to the police in the event of an inspection.
