French Railways Introduces €50 Penalty for Oversized Luggage on TGV and Intercités Starting September 2024

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SNCF Introduces New Baggage Size Limits for TGV and Intercités Travel

Train Inspectors Get Commission from €50 Excess Baggage Penalties

Maximum Two Large Bags Plus One Small Item Allowed per Passenger

OuiGo Trains Already Enforce Similar Baggage Restrictions

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Early Bird Passengers Get Priority Luggage Space on French Trains

How to Measure Your Bags Before Your French Train Journey

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