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Meaux
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Meaux; train from Paris takes ~45 min, so fit it into a day‑trip from the capital.
Meaux is a small historic town of about 54 000 people in the Île‑de‑France region. Its main sights – the cathedral, episcopal palace, museum of the Great War and the covered market – sit within the medieval walls and are reachable on foot from the Transilien station (≈45 min from Paris). One day covers the highlights; a second day allows a deeper museum visit or a local cheese tasting.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Jan–Feb (cold, shorter daylight)
- Airport
- CDG
- Nights
- 0
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Meaux17 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Meaux, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).France-wide
- SIM or eSIMOrange, SFR, Bouygues Télécom and Free sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at tabacs; ID is required to register.France-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere unless signed otherwise.France-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service is included; leave 5–10% in cash for good service.France-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.France-wide
- SafetyMeaux is generally safe; petty theft can occur near the train station, so keep belongings secure.
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- RestroomsParis has free automatic public toilets (sanisettes); elsewhere use cafés (buy a coffee), museums and stations, where some charge €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).France-wide
- Emergency numbers17 police · 18 fire and ambulance · 15 Medical emergency (SAMU) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany national museums close on Monday (Orsay, Versailles, Rodin) or Tuesday (Louvre, Pompidou's temporary sites).France-wide
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- AirportCDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (Main international airport, about 45 min by train (RER B) to Paris, then Transilien to Meaux.).
- Getting aroundTown is compact; most attractions are a 5‑10 min walk from the station.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideMetro/Transilien ticket (zone 5)€2.5–3.5 (≈ US$3–5)
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per person€25 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (hotel or B&B), a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedDouble room (hotel or B&B), a night, per room€150 (≈ US$180)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €50 (≈ US$60) · High €80 (≈ US$95)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (Main international airport, about 45 min by train (RER B) to Paris, then Transilien to Meaux.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Nov (9 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Meaux: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
8 rd
Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is compact; most attractions are a 5‑10 min walk from the station. Use the local bus network for farther sites; tickets bought on board or at kiosks.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Paris (central)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Transilien line from Meaux to Paris‑Gare de l'Est, ~45 min
Easy for a morning or evening visit.
Fontainebleau
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h
RER or TER from Meaux via Paris, ~1 h 30 min total
Longer transfer; consider a full day if priority.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Centre‑Ville
Close to cathedral, market and museum; good for walking visits.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €50–70 (≈ US$60–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room (hotel or B&B)1 × 1 night × €100 | €100 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × €50 | €50 |
| Transilien Paris–Meaux round‑trip ticket1 × €9 · check current fare | €9 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €16 |
| Trip total≈ €175 per person per day, bed included | €175≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Brie de Meaux (500 g) | €6–9 (≈ US$7–11) |
| Moutarde de Meaux (jar) | €4–7 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Coffee in café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Baguette | €1–1.5 (≈ US$2) |
| Metro/Transilien ticket (zone 5) | €2.5–3.5 (≈ US$3–5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Museum of the Great War closes on 1 May, 25 Dec, 1 Jan and 8‑19 Jan.
- Check opening hours of the cathedral and museum before travel (hours may vary).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 17
- Fire and ambulance
- 18
- Medical emergency (SAMU)
- 15
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My bed tonight
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À cette adresse, s’il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police17
- Fire and ambulance18
- Medical emergency (SAMU)15
Embassy
US Consulate in Paris; French police 17 for local assistance.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Paris – Meaux (Transilien): about €9 (≈ US$11) each way, ~45 min (check current fare)
Say or show
- Pardon — Excuse me / Sorry (pardon)
- Merci — Thank you (merci)
- C’est combien ? — How much is it? (say kɛ kɔ̃byen)
- Où sont les toilettes ? — Where is the bathroom? (u sɔ̃ le twalɛt)
- Le menu, s’il vous plaît — Can I have the menu, please? (lə məny sil vu plɛ)
- Un verre d’eau, s’il vous plaît — I would like a glass of water (œ̃ vɛʁ do sil vu plɛ)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Meaux. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Jan–Feb (cold, shorter daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Meaux for a relaxed museum visit or cheese tasting.
- Link to nearby attractions: Disneyland Paris, Provins, Marne‑la‑Vallée.
Sources
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