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Eiffel Tower and Louvre to close early all weekend amid heatwave
Both sites will close at 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday, as Paris records high temperatures.
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Jamaica Observer
· Jul 11, 2026
Eiffel Tower to close early as heatwave hits France: operator
PARIS, France (AFP) — The operator of the Eiffel Tower said the latticed-steel Paris monument would exceptionally close early over the weekend at 4 pm (1400 GMT), as France was gripped by a third heatwave since May.Due to the high temperatures forecast, the Eiffel Tower will be adjusting its operations on Saturday and Sunday, the operator's website said, as the French capital was under the weather service's highest alert level.
National Post
· Jun 28, 2026
How Paris is using the Seine to keep cool during Europe’s latest heatwave
Scorching temperatures forced the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower to close earlier than usual this week
BERNAMA
· Jun 23, 2026
World : France's Eiffel Tower To Close Early Due To Heatwave
PARIS, June 23 (Bernama-Xinhua) -- The Eiffel Tower in Paris closed early on Tuesday due to forecast high temperatures, according to an official notice issued by the landmark's management, reported Xinhua.
Daily Sabah
· Jul 9, 2026
Louvre shortens visiting hours amid extreme heat across France
The Louvre Museum in Paris will close earlier than usual from July 10 to July 13 due to extreme heat affecting France, the museum announced. According to a statement posted on the...
Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 12, 2026
Paris landmarks shutter early as France bakes in latest heatwave
Paris landmarks shutter early as France bakes in latest heatwave
The Local France
· Jul 11, 2026
Tourist sites close and Tour de France shortened as France swelters under heatwave
The Eiffel Tower and other Paris landmarks closed early over the weekend and cycling's Tour de France shortened a stage for the first time in its history, as France sweated through its third heatwave since May.
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 11, 2026
Heatwave prompts Eiffel Tower, Paris museums to close early
Heatwave prompts Eiffel Tower, Paris museums to close early
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 27, 2026
Paris set to welcome Pope Leo XIV for historic state visit
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Daily Finland
· Jul 10, 2026
France's Louvre Museum to close early amid new heatwave
The Louvre Museum announced on Thursday that it will close two hours earlier than usual from Friday through next Monday as France braces for another heatwave, reported Xinhua. The museum said on social media platform X that it will exceptionally close at 4 p.m. (1400 GMT), instead of its regular 6 p.m. (1600 GMT), from July 10 to July 13 due to extreme heat. The Eugene Delacroix National Museum, which is affiliated with the Louvre, will follow the same schedule, the museum said. In a report released on Thursday, Meteo-France said that, following the exceptional heatwave that swept France in late June, scorching temperatures are once again spreading across much of the country. According to the national weather agency, nine departments in mainland France will be placed under the highest-level red heatwave alert on Friday, while another 76 departments will remain under orange alert. Meteo-France forecast a high of 35 degrees Celsius in Paris on Friday. During the previous heatwave in late June, the Louvre also shortened its opening hours, closing at 4 p.m. (1400 GMT) instead of 6 p.m. (1600 GMT) from June 24 to June 27 because of the extreme heat.
Korea Times News
· Jun 23, 2026
Scorching heat shuts Paris landmarks early as France swelters
Scorching heat shuts Paris landmarks early as France swelters
Fox News
· Jun 26, 2026
Famous landmarks slash visiting hours as deadly heat wave threatens tourists
Paris landmarks including the Louvre and Eiffel Tower cut hours as extreme heat threatens tourists and disrupts schools, trains, sports and travel plans.
Euronews
· Jul 9, 2026
Paris City Hall draped in Les Bleus colours ahead of World Cup quarter-final
Paris City Hall displays Les Bleus banners ahead of France's 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Morocco, showing support for the national team.
NDTV
· Jun 23, 2026
Eiffel Tower To Close Early Due To Severe Heatwave
The Eiffel Tower, one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, was on Tuesday set to close early because of a severe heatwave, its operator said.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 12, 2026
Menara Eiffel ditutup awal, laluan Tour de France dipendekkan akibat gelombang haba
PARIS: Menara Eiffel dan beberapa pusat pelancongan terkenal yang lain di Paris terpaksa ditutup lebih awal pada hujung minggu. Salah satu laluan kejohanan lumba basikal berprestij, Tour de France dipendekkan buat pertama kali dalam sejarah ekoran gelombang haba ketiga yang melanda Perancis sejak Mei lalu. Setakat Sabtu, satu perempat daripada wilayah utama Perancis termasuk Paris, ... Read more The post Menara Eiffel ditutup awal, laluan Tour de France dipendekkan akibat gelombang haba appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
The West Australian
· Jun 27, 2026
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HESPRESS English
· Jun 23, 2026
Latest developments in Europe's heatwave
Scientists have shown that recurring heatwaves are a clear marker of global warming, and warn they are set to become more frequent, longer and more intense. Eiffel Tower closes early The Eiffel Tower, one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, “will exceptionally close at 4:00 pm” Tuesday because of the heatwave, and [] The post Latest developments in Europe's heatwave appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 11, 2026
Eiffel Tower Closes Early as France’s Third Heatwave Puts 22 Million Under Red Alert
France's third heatwave since May prompted the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay to close early as Météo-France placed 24 departments under red alert. Over 22 million people faced extreme heat as Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire convened an emergency crisis meeting Friday.
Toronto Sun
· Jul 11, 2026
Paris landmarks shutter early as quarter of France swelters under heatwave
Eiffel Tower and museums announced shorter hours due to high temperatures
Anadolu Agency
· Jul 11, 2026
Eiffel Tower, Louvre close early over weekend due to extreme heat
Major Paris landmarks shorten opening hours as visitors are urged to protect themselves from soaring mercury
Fashion Bomb Daily
· Jul 7, 2026
Claire’s Life: Day 1 At Paris Haute Couture Week in Balmain and Tony Ward
Happy Tuesday! Haute Couture Week in Paris kicked off yesterday! It is not only Haute Couture week–it is also Hot as Hades in Paris, with temperatures touching 100 degrees and venues with no AC OR fans! So that means dressing up and showing out is not always comfortable, but we do it for fashion. My [] The post Claire’s Life: Day 1 At Paris Haute Couture Week in Balmain and Tony Ward appeared first on Fashion Bomb Daily.
Associated Press
· Jun 28, 2026
Lightning strikes Eiffel Tower as thunderstorm rages over Paris
Lightning struck the iconic Eiffel Tower on Saturday evening as a thunderstorm raged in the skies over Paris. The French capital has been sweltering in scorching temperatures for days now, much like other parts of Europe. Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
DNyuz
· Jun 23, 2026
Here are the biggest fashion status symbols we spotted at Cannes Lions
Nicole Weatherbee and Heather Unruh Yost of Salesforce chose bright sets for Cannes Lions 2026. Joi-Marie McKenzie/Business Insider The Cannes Film Festival isn’t the only fashionable event held on the southeastern coast of France. Between June 22 and June 26, influencers, CEOs, creative marketing professionals, and more are flocking to the resort city to attend []
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· Jul 1, 2026
With Europe burning up in 40C heat, these are the perfect trips to book if you want to escape the hot weather
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Sweden Herald
· Jul 9, 2026
Paris braces for chaos as Champs-Élysées is closed for France-Morocco World Cup clash
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South China Morning Post
· Jun 27, 2026
French heatwave packs hotels as city dwellers struggle to sleep
As France sweltered under one of the worst heatwaves ever recorded this week, city dwellers scrambled for any escape they could find, with many checking into hotels to benefit from air conditioning and access to pools. Temperatures in Paris hit a June record of 40.9 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, a day after France recorded its hottest day since records began nearly 80 years ago. But few private flats in the country have air conditioning, particularly those in the densely populated capital....
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· Jul 11, 2026
France under pressure from new heat wave and warnings as wildfires spread
Paris – France has declared a state of maximum alert across about a quarter of its territory due to a severe heatwave and an increased risk of wildfires. Several tourist sites, including the Eiffel Tower, have decided to close early. Twenty-four departments in central and western France—including the Paris region, home to 22.2 million people—have... Read more Source The post France under pressure from new heat wave and warnings as wildfires spread appeared first on Libya Update News.
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· Jul 6, 2026
The best places to visit near Champs-Élysées in Paris
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Le Monde
· Jun 26, 2026
Pope Leo XIV to hold mass for 500,000 on Paris' Champs-Elysées in September
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ABC News: Health
· Jun 25, 2026
In France's heat wave, Paris’ dreamy rooftops become a heat-trapping nightmare
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Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jul 5, 2026
Third heatwave hits France, Spain as Europe battles wildfires, soaring temperatures
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· Jul 8, 2026
Pope Leo XIV to share lunch with 200 people in need at Castel Gandolfo
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· Jul 1, 2026
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· Jul 5, 2026
Pope Leo XIV greets crowds upon arrival at Castel Gandolfo
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· Jun 28, 2026
Eiffel Tower Lightning Strike Video: Dramatic Clip Viral on Social Media After Paris Storms
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