Line 3 bis of the Paris Metro
Version: February 2026
Line 3 bis is one of the shortest and least used lines of the Paris Metro. With just four stations and a length of 1.3 kilometers, this line operates as a sort of 'mini-line' that was originally part of Line 3 before being separated in 1971.
Map of line 3 bis
Below, you can find the map of Line 3 bis.
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General Information
Description of Line 3 bis of the Paris Metro:
- Branch opened on 27 November 1921 (as an extension of line 3), becoming line 3 bis on 27 March 1971.
- Colour: Light blue.
- Fully underground.
- 4 stations.
- Total length: 1.3 km (0.8 miles). It is the shortest line of the Paris Metro.
Historical and Current Curiosities
Some interesting facts about Line 3 bisis:
- With only 4 stations over 1.3 km, line 3 bis is the shortest line of the Paris Metro.
- Before 1971, this section was the eastern end of line 3 (extended to Porte des Lilas in 1921).
- Gambetta station still reflects the network changes linked to the creation of line 3 bis.
- At Porte des Lilas, the RATP operates a closed "cinema station" dedicated to filming.
- Pelleport, Saint-Fargeau and Porte des Lilas are very deep stations and have elevators that connect directly to street level.
You can also view the complete map of the Paris Metro if you wish, a single page that presents all lines grouped (but separated, one by one), or view other lines simultaneously.
List of Stations
This is the list of all stations on Line 3 bis of Paris, which only has four metro stops. If you click on the line icons, you will see information about that line and its transfers.
Route: Gambetta - Porte des Lilas
| STATIONS | INFO |
|---|---|
| Gambetta |   |
| Pelleport | |
| Saint-Fargeau | |
| Porte des Lilas |  |
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