1. Enter Gare du Nord. There are multiple entrances to the station, but if you are coming from the metro station, use the main entrance facing Rue de Dunkerque.
2. Locate the luggage lockers. The traditional luggage lockers are located on the ground floor, in the main hall of the station. They are opposite the ticket office.
3. Purchase a ticket. You can purchase a ticket for a luggage locker at the ticket machines located near the lockers. The machines accept coins and credit cards.
4. Choose a locker and store your luggage. Select an available locker and open it using your ticket. Place your luggage inside the locker and close the door.
5. Keep your ticket safe. Hold onto the ticket until you're ready to retrieve your luggage.
6. Retrieve your luggage. When you return, insert your ticket into the machine and it will open the locker door. Collect your luggage and be on your way!
Option 2: Electronic luggage lockers
1. Enter the station and locate the lockers. The new electronic lockers are located in three convenient locations:
- Ground floor, next to the main entrance: This is the largest locker area, with a total of 240 lockers.
- First floor, near the Eurostar departure area: This area has 120 lockers.
- Second floor, near the RER train departure area: This area has 120 lockers.
2. Use the touchscreen interface to select your locker. Each locker area has a touchscreen interface that allows you to select your locker and make payment.
3. Enter your payment details and collect your access code. You can pay using a contactless credit or debit card, or by scanning your Paris Visite pass. Once you have made your payment, the machine will generate an access code.
4. Store your luggage in the locker. Use your access code to open the locker and store your luggage inside.
5. Close the locker and keep your access code safe. Be sure to close the locker door properly and keep your access code safe. You will need it to retrieve your luggage.
6. Retrieve your luggage when you are ready. When you return to the station, simply enter your access code into the touchscreen interface and the locker will open.