Highway project to close a key street

The A13 highway project will close Yves-Cariou street in Marnes-la-Coquette for nine months, starting November 16, 2026. This closure will affect all types of traffic and divide the commune, forcing residents to take a 7 km detour between the north and south of the area.

Residents worry about daily challenges

Anna Zhuzhleva-Gapurova, a mother of two, expressed concern about the logistical difficulties the closure would create for families. She explained that without a car, she and her partner rely on public transport and walking to take their children to school, but the closure would make this much harder.

Mayor criticizes lack of consultation

Christiane Barody-Weiss, the mayor of Marnes-la-Coquette, criticized the Île-de-France road direction for not consulting the commune in advance. She said the closure of a central street would create major logistical problems, even though she supports the renovation work.

Risks for people with disabilities

The closure also poses risks for people with disabilities, especially those served by the Cap' devant! association. Director Lionnel Boidin warned of longer journeys, delays in emergency services, and disruptions for workers. He requested an urgent meeting to find solutions, including a secure passage and a replacement bus service.

Prefecture justifies the closure

The Île-de-France prefecture explained that the closure is necessary due to the poor condition of the bridge, which has been damaged by heavy trucks. The bridge is in a protected area, making it difficult to do the work elsewhere, and keeping traffic flowing would be unsafe for pedestrians and cyclists.

Mayor explores alternative solutions

Christiane Barody-Weiss had previously suggested using one lane for traffic and closing the street at night, but these ideas were not accepted. She has now commissioned an expert firm to look for other options alongside the studies already conducted by the prefecture and the road authority.