Map of Line 2 of the Paris Metro
Version: February 2026Paris Metro Line 2 runs between Porte Dauphine and Nation. Its standout feature is an above-ground viaduct section between Barbès - Rochechouart and Jaurès, a rare chance to travel in the open air with views over northern Paris. It serves key places such as the Arc de Triomphe (Charles de Gaulle - Étoile), Montmartre (Anvers - Sacré-Coeur, Blanche - Moulin Rouge) and Père Lachaise Cemetery (Père Lachaise).
Line 2
See the stations on the map below:
General Information
Description of Line 2 of the Paris Metro:
- Opened in stages from 1900 to 1903 (today's route Porte Dauphine - Nation).
- Colour: Blue.
- A mix of underground and above-ground sections, with a viaduct stretch between Barbès - Rochechouart and Jaurès.
- 25 stations in total, including 4 above ground on the viaduct (Barbès - Rochechouart, La Chapelle, Stalingrad and Jaurès).
- Total length: 11.952 km (about 7.4 miles), including 2.2 km (about 1.4 miles) above ground.
Historical and Current Curiosities
Interesting facts about Line 2 of the Paris Metro:
- Line 2 connects with almost all metro lines (except 3bis, 8, 10 and 14) and with all five RER lines.
- The route largely follows the former Fermiers généraux customs wall (outer boulevards).
- The elevated viaduct (1902-1903) and the above-ground stations were designed by architect Jean-Camille Formigé (metal structure with brick and cut stone).
- On 10 August 1903, the Couronnes station fire led to major improvements in metro safety systems.
- Victor Hugo station was relocated in 1932 to suit longer trains.
If you want to see all the lines, we invite you to view the complete Paris Metro map or if you prefer, you can consult the line-by-line maps we have made.
List of Stations on Line 2
Here is the list of stations on Line 2. If you click on the line icons, you will see information about that line and its transfers.
Route: Porte Dauphine - Nation
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