Anne Hidalgo, Socialist Mayor, announced Paris's first "day without cars” in 2015.
The events included a marathon rollerskating, a bike fair, and a techno parade.
France 24 reported that Hidalgo is working to reduce traffic in Paris' heartland.
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Paris gave its streets over to pedestrians on Sunday in order for citizens and visitors to enjoy its seventh annual "day sans cars"
Announced in 2015 by Anne Hidalgo, a socialist mayor, the city was enthusiastically supported by ordinary Parisians as well as unlikely parties, USA Today reported.
According to the Paris Without A Car website, cars, scooters and motorcycles are prohibited in Paris between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.
There are certain vehicles that can be circulated, such as buses, ambulance vehicles, taxis, and private driver. However, their speed is restricted to 20-30 km/h (12-19 miles/hr) in certain areas. This information is provided on the event page.
"Many people in Paris especially on the Champs - Lyses for the #JourneParisRespire!" We are grateful to everyone who made the 7th edition a success! Hidalgo tweeted Sunday.
According to the event website, events at this year's "day sans cars" included a techno parade and picnic, a bicycle fair, rollerblading marathon, bike fair, and street art exhibits.
Make it a family outing: Get on your roller skates, get on your bike, or your walking shoes and take off to see Paris. The capital is quieter than ever! According to the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau website.
People stroll along Paris' Champs Elysees Avenue during the "day sans cars", Sunday, September 19, 2021. The Arc de Triomphe is in the background. In an effort to reduce pollution and traffic, it is the seventh year of a car-free day. AP Photo/Lewis Joly
Hidalgo is preparing a plan to dramatically reduce traffic in Paris. France 24, which is reporting, said that Hidalgo is looking at a bid for the French presidency.
