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Lightning hits Eiffel Tower during violent storm in Paris

Lightning struck the Eiffel Tower as a powerful thunderstorm swept across Paris on Saturday night, sending visitors scrambling for shelter. The dramatic weather followed days of record-breaking heat in France, where authorities say the extreme temperatures contributed to a sharp rise in deaths.

29 June 2026

Earth News

Tourists disappointed as Eiffel Tower closes amid heatwave

Tourists have been left feeling disappointed as popular tourist attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and Louvre have shut early due to extreme heat.

24 June 2026

Culture news

Eiffel Tower stair section sells for €450,160

The section was part of the tower's original staircase linking the second and third floors; it was removed when lifts were installed in the 1980s.

21 May 2026

Culture news

Here's how you could own a piece of the Eiffel Tower

The staircase, which once connected the tower's second and third floors, is estimated to fetch between €120,000 and €150,000.

10 April 2026

Travel News

There’s a new way to see the Eiffel Tower

The mesh bridge is found between the monument’s east and west pillars.

19 March 2026

Travel News

Fact checked: Is Paris really demolishing the Eiffel Tower next year?

Claims that Paris is preparing to knock down its most iconic tourist attraction have gone viral. Here’s why.

15 October 2025

France

Eiffel Tower closed as strike takes places in France against austerity

The nationwide strike, called by France's major unions, is the latest in a series of protests that started last month amid political turmoil and heated budget talks.

2 October 2025

Travel News

Paris residents fight ‘Disneyfication' of Montmartre neighbourhood

Paris welcomed 48,7 million tourists in 2024 and residents say visitor numbers are taking their toll.

20 August 2025

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Public swimming in Seine proves popular in French capital

Thousands of people have been swimming in the River Seine since Paris opened three public bathing sites last month, the first in more than a century.

12 August 2025

Travel News

Tourists evacuated from Eiffel Tower after reports of elevator fire

The Parisian landmark attracts up to 25,000 visitors a day on average.

24 December 2024

Culture news

Will the Olympic rings stay on the Eiffel Tower?

The Olympic rings will continue to adorn the Eiffel Tower beyond the ongoing Paralympic Games, Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo said at the weekend. Her stance has triggered a heated debate among Parisians.

2 September 2024

France

Eiffel Tower briefly cordoned off after man seen climbing up

The incident occurred as the Olympic competition winds down and security services in Paris and beyond are shifting their focus to the closing ceremony.

11 August 2024

Destinations

Best venue ever? How the Eiffel Tower is stealing the Olympic show

In pictures: The Paris landmark is the stunning backdrop to the beach volleyball venue.

31 July 2024

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The Olympic rings go up on the Eiffel Tower

There are just 50 days to go before the summer games begin.

7 June 2024

Earth News

Euroviews. Can historic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower ever be truly green?

It's generally assumed that old historical buildings are likely inefficient, use more energy, and are maintenance-intensive. However, the Eiffel Tower is an example I’d like to highlight, proving this doesn’t have to be the case, Cristina Gamboa writes.

18 March 2024

Travel News

Eiffel Tower: What visitors need to know about strikes and closures

Striking employees have caused the Parisian monument to shut for four days so far this week.

22 February 2024