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Gare du Nord
Gare du Nord is the largest railway station in Paris and Europe, serving Eurostar international trains plus mainline, regional, and suburban RER services.
About Gare du Nord
- Paris terminus for Eurostar to London and Brussels, with dedicated check-in and security.
- Interchange for Métro lines 4 and 5 and RER B, D, and E beneath the mainline concourse.
- The station consigne exists but has limited lockers that fill quickly at peak times.
- Nearby streets offer flexible luggage storage with longer opening hours than station lockers.
- A short walk from Montmartre, making it easy to sightsee between trains.
Gare du Nord is Europe's busiest railway station and the Paris terminus for Eurostar services to London and Brussels, alongside regional, TER, and suburban RER lines. Its constant churn of international arrivals makes it a natural point where travelers land hours before hotel check-in or with time to spare between trains. The station has left-luggage lockers (consigne) near the Eurostar area, but capacity is limited, queues build at peak times, and the lockers are sized for standard bags rather than bulky or multiple items. Independent storage shops line the surrounding streets around Rue de Dunkerque and Boulevard de Magenta, often cheaper and open longer hours. Leaving bags nearby lets arriving passengers explore Montmartre or central Paris unencumbered, then collect everything before their onward Eurostar or TGV departure.
Traveler services
Luggage storage near Gare du Nord
- 📍 DistanceSteps from the entrance
- 🧳 Bag ruleThe station's consigne (left-luggage lockers) sits near the Eurostar area but has limited capacity and standard-size lockers; unattended bags left elsewhere are removed for security.
- ⚡ BookingOnline, instant
How to get there
Exit onto Rue de Dunkerque and walk 2–3 minutes to storage shops along Boulevard de Magenta or nearby side streets.
Bag policy
The station's consigne (left-luggage lockers) sits near the Eurostar area but has limited capacity and standard-size lockers; unattended bags left elsewhere are removed for security.
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- Most locations near landmarks
- Instant online booking
- Bag protection included
- Price varies by shop
- Some partners keep short hours
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Frequently asked questions
Is there left luggage at Gare du Nord?
Yes, Gare du Nord has a consigne with lockers near the Eurostar area, but capacity is limited and queues form at busy times. If the lockers are full or you want longer hours, storage shops just outside on Boulevard de Magenta and Rue de Dunkerque are a reliable alternative. Booking online secures a spot before you arrive.
Where can I leave luggage before my Eurostar?
You can use the station lockers or a nearby luggage-storage shop a few minutes from the concourse. Storing bags first lets you visit Montmartre or central Paris without dragging suitcases, then return with enough time for Eurostar check-in and security. Allow extra time for the international boarding process.
How much does luggage storage near Gare du Nord cost?
Independent storage partners typically charge a flat daily rate per bag, which is often cheaper than station lockers for longer stays. Prices are shown when you book online, and most shops accept bags of any size, including large suitcases the station lockers may not fit.