Eiffel Tower

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• A Broken Eiffel Tower, from Burning Man to Paris

  France 3 Pays de la Loire · 09/09/2026

History of the place

Built for the 1889 World’s Fair, the Eiffel Tower overlooks the Seine, Les Invalides and the rooftops of Paris. Add a walk through the Champ-de-Mars or a view from the Trocadéro.

Built for the 1889 World’s Fair celebrating the centenary of the French Revolution, the tower was constructed by Gustave Eiffel’s company. Engineers Maurice Koechlin and Émile Nouguier and architect Stephen Sauvestre played key roles in the design. Its metal structure became a striking demonstration of 19th-century industrial expertise.

Initially criticised by some artists, it was intended to stand for twenty years. Its value for scientific experiments and radio communications helped ensure its survival. Today its viewing levels reveal the Paris landscape, from the Seine and Les Invalides to Montmartre.

Visiting tips

1. 01

   Choose between the second floor and summit when booking: not every ticket includes the same levels.

2. 02

   Allow extra time for security and lifts; the suggested visit duration does not guarantee queue-free access.

3. 03

   For a photograph of the whole tower, head to Trocadéro; for a walk at its foot, choose the Champ-de-Mars.

4. 04

   Wind and weather may affect summit access. Check official conditions on the day of your visit.