Can you smoke in the streets of Paris?

Can you smoke in the streets of Paris?

In all of France (including Paris), smoking is forbidden by in all enclosed public spaces which include bars, cafes and restaurants. Therefore it is only possible to smoke outdoors.

Can you smoke in public places in Paris?

Current status. Smoking and vaping are banned in all indoor public places (government buildings, offices, public transport, universities, museums, restaurants, cafés, nightclubs, etc.). Cafés and shops selling tobacco-related products are submitted to the same regulations.

Where can you smoke in Paris?

Smoking / Non-smoking Since January 1st 2008, this ban has been extended to so-called “gathering venues” : hotels, restaurants, bars, tobacco shops, casinos and nightclubs. However, smoking is allowed on café, restaurant and pub terraces, as long as they are not covered, or enclosed.

Can you smoke on the streets in France?

Abstract. France implemented a comprehensive smoke-free policy in public places in February 2007 for workplaces, shopping centres, airports, train stations, hospitals and schools. On January 2008, it was extended to meeting places (bars, restaurants, hotels, casinos, nightclubs).

Do the French still smoke a lot?

Still, 27 percent of the French continue to light up daily, one of the highest rates of smoking in the European Union, behind Greece and Bulgaria.

Can you smoke in hotels in France?

It’s possible. Hotel rooms have smoking and non-smoking rooms (albeit in different ratios than in the US!) — and apartments should mention it in the guidelines somewhere.

Can you smoke on the Eiffel Tower?

Thanks. Smoking is prohibited in any enclosed public space, including indoors at wine bars or music clubs.

Can you smoke cigarettes in Paris?

Since smoking was outlawed inside public spaces in 2007, smokers have had to light up outdoors, though some venues allow smokers to indulge in their habit inside after officially closing for the day.

When can you smoke in France?

People of any age can smoke in France. However, it is illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone under the age of 18-years-old. Before 2009, the minimum age to buy tobacco in France was 16-years-old.

Who smokes most in Europe?

Across the EU Member States, the countries with the largest shares of daily cigarette smokers were Bulgaria (28.7%), Greece (23.6%), Latvia (22.1%), Germany (21.9%) and Croatia (21.8%).

Why do so many Parisians smoke?

Another good reason is because of esthetic. Parisians are esthetes and they claim and reclaim it. And we must admit that smoking has actually an esthetic part at some point, if we forget about the smell. This is why for example Parisian women will often smoke more than Parisian men.

Are restaurants in France smoke free?

France implemented a comprehensive smoke-free law in two phases: Phase 1 (February 2007) banned smoking in workplaces, shopping centres, airports, train stations, hospitals, and schools; Phase 2 (January 2008) banned smoking in hospitality venues (bars, restaurants, hotels, casinos, nightclubs).