Entradas a las Catacumbas de París: ¿cuántas hay?

Qué esperar en la entrada

• Sistema de colas: Debido a la capacidad limitada de 200 personas a la vez en el interior de las Catacumbas, es habitual que se formen largas colas, sobre todo en las horas punta.
  
• Comprobaciones de seguridad: Todos los visitantes deben pasar un control de bolsas antes de entrar. No se permiten bolsas grandes ni maletas, ya que no hay guardarropa.
  
• Accesibilidad: La entrada implica descender por una escalera de caracol sin ascensor, lo que la hace inadecuada para usuarios de sillas de ruedas o personas con problemas de movilidad.

Secret & hidden entrances to the Catacombs

While the official entrance is the only legal way to access the Paris Catacombs, there are several secret and hidden entrances scattered throughout the city. These are often remnants of the extensive underground tunnel network beneath Paris, which includes abandoned quarries and lesser-known passageways. Here are some key details:

• Accessing the Catacombs through illegal entrances is both dangerous and prohibited by French law. These unauthorized entry points are often used by "cataphiles" (urban explorers), but venturing through them can lead to severe fines or legal consequences.
  
• Some hidden entrances have been romanticized in films (As Above, So Below ) and literature (Catacombs of Paris by Gilles Thomas), adding to the Catacombs’ mysterious allure. However, they are not accessible to the public.
  
• If you’re curious about these secretive spots, consider guided tours or documentaries that delve into the hidden history of the Catacombs without breaking the law.