Capital city in Île-de-France, France
Internet in Paris: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Paris?
Median fixed broadband in France is 332 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Many cafés have no wifi or ask you to buy something; libraries and coworking spaces are better for work.
Getting online in Paris
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre (Orange, Free, SFR, Bouygues) is common; 300 Mbps–2 Gbps for about 25–40 EUR a month, often with a 12-month contract. |
| Cafés and coworking | Many cafés have no wifi or ask you to buy something; libraries and coworking spaces are better for work. |
| Tourist SIM | Orange's Holiday SIM or eSIM, or prepaid SIMs from phone shops and tabacs, cost about €20–40 a month; passport needed to activate. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom, Free |
| Monthly data plan | €10–25 ($11–28) |
Coworking spaces in Paris
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Anticafé | Several spots, Louvre/Bourse/Bastille | — |
| Wojo | Several locations across Paris | — |
| Morning Coworking | Several locations in central Paris | — |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Paris?
Median fixed broadband in France is 332 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Many cafés have no wifi or ask you to buy something; libraries and coworking spaces are better for work.
Which SIM card should I get in Paris?
Orange's Holiday SIM or eSIM, or prepaid SIMs from phone shops and tabacs, cost about €20–40 a month; passport needed to activate.
Can I use an eSIM in France?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Paris?
Yes: Anticafé, Wojo, Morning Coworking.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: France
- Orange
- SFR
- Bouygues Telecom
- Free
- RATP
- Île-de-France Mobilités
- Paris Aéroport
- Paris tourist office
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.