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TALES OF THE EIFFEL TOWER
This exhibition-visit, celebrating the 120th anniversary of the Tower,
continues into the New Year on the first floor and the stairways of the Eiffel Tower. |
On May 15, 1889, the Eiffel Tower opened its door to the public, a few days after the inauguration of the Universal Exposition, and was the uncontested attraction of the event. 120 years later, the Mayor of Paris and the operating company, Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel, organized a series of events to celebrate the Tower’s anniversary in 2009: Bastille Days fireworks display, a light show, as well as an exhibition “Tales of the Eiffel Tower”.
Held over for the beginning of 2010, Tales of the Eiffel Tower will continue to present a discovery of the beginnings of the Tower, its successful image, its highlights, replicas and souvenirs, what goes on behind the scenes to the many cosmopolitan visitors. Come take a tour of the Tower, bone up on what you know and take a new look at the monument as seen through the many objects, posters, photos, engravings, illustrations and also films and interactive displays.
More than 100 illustrious panels, certain complete with monitors, games, and interactivity take the visitor into the heart of the monument, the passageways and the stairs of the Tower.
In the Ferrié Pavilion, more than 300 reproductions of the Tower of all shapes and sizes fill a curiosity display while the gallery room is showcasing works of art which drew inspiration from the “Lady of Iron.”
Exposition Presentation
Zoom Version, cliquez ici
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24/12/2009 |
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NEW YEAR’S EVE WILL LIGHT UP AT THE EIFFEL TOWER |
On December 31, you can watch
the light show live,
starting at 11pm : click here
For the first time, the Eiffel Tower will bring in the New Year brightly: on December 31, the Tower will light up in a palette of colors offering a truly festive and magical sight for the eyes!
For the first time, the city of Paris and the Eiffel Tower are hosting a light show for the occasion, to the delight of Parisians and visitors to the capital, with the Trocadéro as the vantage point for best viewing.
At 11pm the light show will glow; an original program will begin, only to come to an end as the New Year arrives.
The usual glittering lights will light up the Tower at 11pm, and will then be repeated at 11:30 pm, this time followed by a never-been-seen-before light display lasting 20 min. The LED technique used is state-of-the-art, and of course, will end with the symbolic countdown to 2010.
At midnight, the glittering lights, a familiar sight in the Parisian night sky, will begin the New Year.
And in a grand finale, the most recent light show*, which began on October 22, will present its colors for the last time, giving way to the permanent gold lighting of the monument.
All the elements are in place to assure that this will be a memorable New Year’s Eve.
This display relies on a light installation of more than 400 LED spotlights with electroluminescence effects in quadrichromatic color, placed on the facades of the Trocadero buildings. In addition to the innovative multiple lighting possibilities, this latest technology offers high performance at low energy consumption levels, lower than those of the traditional lighting fixtures used to light the Tower.
The light show is brought to you by Citelum, with Magnum, and is staged by Bernard Schmitt (scenography) and Jacques Rouveyrollis (light design).
* Light displays every evening at 8:05, 9:05, 10:05 and 11:00, to be admired from the Trocadero.
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15/10/2009 |
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LIGHT SHOW TO CELEBRATE THE 120 YEARS OF THE EIFFEL TOWER |
You won’t want to miss this special event!
Every evening
from October 22* to December 31, 2009
at 8pm, 9pm, 10pm and 11pm
In honor of this memorable anniversary, the Eiffel Tower is inviting Parisians and visitors in the Capital to join in the festivities of this innovative light display.
For the first time, relying on state-of-the-art LED spotlights, the Trocadero facade of the Tower will light up in color, movement and modulation offering a magical and awesome show.
With the intent of giving everyone an opportunity to see this must-see event being offered to Parisians, the light show will be presented four times each evening, at 8pm so the young ones can still get to bed on time and then again at 9pm, 10pm and 11pm.
Following the 5 minutes during which the tower sparkles, this special light display will last another 12 minutes, starting with a dynamic light sequence evoking the extraordinary construction site of the Tower. Next a shower of light, revolving from level to level, facetted, stroboscopic, rhythmic, color blending…a splendid tribute to the Eiffel Tower and its majestic structure. During the light show, the other facades of the monument will contribute an element to the choreography. Also, images will be projected onto the ground below.
The technology behind this light display is based on the 400 LED (light-emitting diode) spotlights with electroluminescence effects in trichromatic color placed on the Trocadero façade of the monument. In addition to the innovative multiple lighting possibilities, this latest technology offers high performance at low energy consumption levels, lower than those of traditional lighting fixtures already used to light the Tower. Indeed, the SETE, operating company of the Eiffel Tower, has taken numerous concrete steps in the direction of energy saving solutions: a green electricity contract, light bulb changes in 2005 that reduced energy consumption by 30%, system software that controls the hours of lighting and heating, and finally, the hourly sparkling lights have been reduced from 10 to five minutes every evening on the hour.
Light show design by Bernard Schmitt & Jacques Rouveyrollis, implemented by Citelum with Magnum.
Citroën, a lighting partner of the Eiffel Tower in its earlier days (1925-1934), has once again contributed to the Tower illuminations. For the occasion, Citroën will present its new C 3 model and stream the light show of October 22 on their website in exclusivity (www.citroen.fr ou www.citroen.com).
Eiffage Group is sponsoring this celebration of the Eiffel Tower’s 120 year anniversary.
*Attention, special program October 22: show times are 9pm, 9 :30pm, 10pm, 10 :30pm and 11pm.
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09/07/2009 |
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July 13 & 14, 2009 - Bastille Day |
July 13
The Eiffel Tower will close to the public at 10pm.
Last ticket access at 9pm (7pm for groups).
No organized entertainment at the Tower. The big city balls will be held at the Bastille and at the Mairie de Paris.
July 14
The Eiffel Tower will close to the public at 1pm. Last ticket access at 12 noon (11:30pm for groups).
The Eiffel Tower turns 120 and a gigantic fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower is being organized by the Mayor of Paris; spectators are invited to go to the Champs de Mars to take in the show, which begins around 10:45pm.
Hours are subject to modification in case of affluence.
These two evenings are exceptional; the Eiffel Tower is normally open 7 days a week, from 9am to 00:45am. Last ticket access at 11:45pm.
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11/06/2009 |
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THE EIFFEL TOWER TURNS 120 |
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On May 15, 1889, the Eiffel Tower opened its door to the public, a few days after the inauguration of the Universal Exposition, and was the uncontested attraction of the event. 120 years later in 2009, the Mayor of Paris and the operating company, Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel, have organized a series of events to celebrate the Tower’s anniversary
On the first floor and stairs of the Eiffel Tower
“Tales of the Eiffel Tower” invites people from around the world to discover the beginnings of the Tower, its successful image, its highlights, replicas and souvenirs, what goes on behind the scenes. Visitors are invited to take a tour of the Tower, bone up on what they know and take a new look at the monument as seen through the many objects, posters, photos, engravings, illustrations and also films and interactive displays.
More than 100 illustrious panels, certain complete with monitors, games, and interactivity take the visitor into the heart of the monument, the passageways and the stairs of the Tower. A big tent has been installed on the platform overlooking the Champ de Mars which houses a cinema theatre and its bar.
In the Ferrié Pavilion, more than 300 reproductions of the Tower of all shapes and sizes fill a curiosity display while the gallery room is showcasing works of art which drew inspiration from the “Lady of Iron.”
120 classes for 120 years – In partnership with Fondation EIFFAGE
120 classes or groups of children in schools participating in the “priority education” program in Paris and the surrounding suburbs are invited on a complete guided tour of the Tower especially conceived for them.
At least 3,500 students are expected to go on this VIP visit between the months of April and December.
“Rispal, a Collector’s Passion”, Exhibit from July 20 – August 23
The Gustave Eiffel Room located on the first floor is presenting the Josette Rispal collection (in part), including various objects, engravings and other items revolving around the Eiffel Tower and the Universal Expositions (1889 et 1900). It was her father Antonin Rispal (1920-2003), an art collector/dealer passionate for modern art, who constituted this impressive collection over the years which reveals the technological and industrial boom of the period through such items as photos, engravings, dishware, posters and more.
Largest towers in the world meet for a conference in September at the Eiffel Tower.
Honoring the Eiffel Tower on its 120th anniversary, a conference exploring sustainable development and the role of large towers is to be held from September 28 to October 1, bringing together 20 participants representing the 20 largest towers in the four corners of the world.
Eiffel Tower Magazine
A 52-page magazine will be published for the occasion, to be sold in the Tower shops and at the Paris airports.
Special ticket design for 120 years
Entrance tickets for Tower visits have joined in on the celebrations and have changed to the Tower’s anniversary colors since May 15 and throughout the year 2009.
EVENTS ORGANIZED BY THE MAYOR OF PARIS
As the Eiffel Tower belongs to the City of Paris, the Mayor is proposing two important events for the occasion:
“Gustave Eiffel, Iron Magician”, a magnificent exhibit on display in the St Jean Room at the Hôtel de Ville, from May 7 through August 31, 2009. As the first ever retrospective exhibit devoted exclusively to the great engineer, it presents Eiffel’s career milestones that are spread all over the continent.
The traditional Bastille Day firework display celebrating this French national holiday will exceptionally use the monument to send up an Eiffel Tower-themed firework display.
To find out more Mairie de Paris 
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30/04/2009 |
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EIFFEL TOWER SAGA |
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Exhibit-Visit, from May 15 to December 31, 2009
On the first floor and stairs of the Eiffel Tower Many an object from posters to photos and illustrations, but also interactive presentations, will be on display during the Eiffel Tower Saga exhibit, organized to celebrate the Tower’s inauguration 120 years ago, now one of the monuments the most visited in the world. Open to all people from around the world to discover the beginnings of the Tower, its successful image, its highlights, replicas and souvenirs, what goes on behind the scenes…You are invited to visit the Tower, bone up on what you know, and take a look at the monument from a new perspective. This exhibit is divided into eight themes, each of which constitutes a stand-alone visit. The displays will be located in the passageways, the platform overlooking the Champ de Mars and the Ferrié Pavilion all on the first floor, as well as spreading to the monument’s stairways.
Presentation of the exhibition PDF 528Ko
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23/04/2009 |
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Artist Bertrand Lavier “to play” with the sparkling light of the Eiffel Tower
from April 23 – May 3. |
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The Eiffel Tower, symbol of Paris with 7 million visitors annually who come from the four corner of the planet, along with the Mayor of Paris (the Tower belongs to the City) regularly seek to participate in the Capital’s cultural events. In view of its historical and mythical impact, the Tower demonstrates how modern it can be on the eve of its 120th anniversary.
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01/04/2009 |
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19th RE-PAINTING: 2009-2010 THE EIFFEL TOWER GETS BEAUTIFIED |
Since its beginnings, the Eiffel Tower has been re-painted every 7 years.
The 19th re-painting job got underway in March 2009, is expected to take 18 months to complete, and all the while, the Tower will remain open to visitors.
To find out more (PDF - 1,06 Mo)
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23/12/2008 |
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WINTER TERRACE ON THE EIFFEL TOWER |
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Winter magic on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower
This year the Eiffel Tower is celebrating the winter
season with an enchanted terrace on the first floor.
Open from 9:30am to 9:30pm, 7/7, until February 15, 2009,
this terrace generates a magical aura transporting visitors
into an atmosphere never seen before…57 meters above
Paris.
PFor the occasion, two monumental ice sculptures
adorn the terrace: a 6-meter replica of the Eiffel Tower itself, and a
Christmas tree decorated with stars carved out of ice.
The ice-carved décor of the chalet is another attraction
to discover. The little ones will also find their friend Gus sculpted in
ice among the display of other kids from around the world.
Gus is their guide on the new discovery game for kids, “Follow
Gus… and discover the secrets of the Eiffel Tower.”
For a break during your visit, the ice bar invites visitors and
Parisians alike to have a little snack* while taking in the scenery.
And once the sun goes down, the terrace becomes even more
enchanting under the multicolor lights.
* Soup and sandwich (5€ to 6.50€), waffles and spice bread
(3€ to 5€), hot drinks (2€ to 5€).
Photo credits : © SETE – Photographer: Maud CHAZEAU |
Ice bar, for a pause
that refreshes
Windows made of ice,
and Gus the guest of honor
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22/12/2008 |
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Exceptionally for the holiday season, the champagne bar is once again popping the cork on the 3rd floor! |
Following the success of this summer, the champagne bar is open to visitors once again, offering a festive moment to those visiting the Tower top.
Rosé or white, as you prefer, will fill your cup with unforgettable sensations in the heights of Paris, a holiday souvenir you will always remember.
The bar is open from December 20, 2008 to January 4, 2009, from 5 to 10pm.
(Caption) The champagne bar on the 3rd floor
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21/11/2008 |
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WEST PILLAR ELEVATOR CLOSED FOR RENOVATION |
Modernization of one of the historical elevators is underway, undertaken by the SETE (Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel). The West pillar elevator will be closed to the public during renovation. Visitors will have access to the Tower at the North, South and East pillar elevator entrances.
Visiting hours have not changed: the Eiffel Tower is open every day from 9:30am to 23:45pm (9:00am to 00:45am in summer).
RENOVATIONS
The West pillar elevator will function as before once the construction has been completed, even though a number of modifications* will transform the system, notably by adapting past technology to the new system so as to adhere to the SETE’s commitment to sustainable development.
Technology adapted to sustainable development
It’s almost as if Gustave Eiffel could foresee the future - concerning the notion of sustainable development - since the elevator system is perfectly adaptable to modern technologies.
- A more ecological system
Following the overhaul of the West pillar elevator system, it will be the “historical” hydraulic circuit that will be emptied of the more polluting oil used to today, to be replaced by a more “ecological fluid” that is close enough in consistency to eliminate compression problems encountered by a simple water system.
- Less of an energy-guzzler
Upon completion, the elevator’s electric consumption (300KW) will be sufficient to carry 110 passengers (instead of the 92 person maximum load at present) at the speed of 2 meters per second.
- A high-tech system
A glowing WiFi cable running the length and breadth of the cabin will guarantee a constant synchronization with the control center.
*Technical information concerning the elevator renovation
The mechanical functions that are maintained : - - the lift drive piston system (following appraisal),
- - the large pulleys,
- - the tackle pulleys.
To be replaced : - - the cab,
- - the cab platform,
- - the rail mounting of the platform,
- - the hydraulic system,
- - the electric ropes.
HISTORICAL NOTICE
 Since the opening of the Eiffel Tower for the Universal Exhibition of 1889, visitors have been able to visit the different floors of the monument via elevators. But even in their early existence, the changing technologies of the day led Gustave Eiffel to modernize the elevators for the Universal Exposition of 1900.
A formidable technical feat for the period as never before had engineers tackled such constraints of height and elevator loads. The Eiffel Tower hydraulic elevators located at the East and West pillars of the monument offered hundreds of thousands of visitors, as early as 1889, an ascent in total security to 116 meters above ground for a look out at the city of Paris below.
Up until 1986, the fuel-injected hydraulic motors set the lift drive piston system in motion, but today, two of the three accumulators have only the simple task of counterweights.
Preserved with great care, they attest to the technical heritage and achievement that genius and visionary Gustave Eiffel contributed to our present day.
For more information, download
 The Eiffel Tower’s Historical Elevators
THE CONSTRUCTION SITE COVERING
In order to maintain the beauty of the Eiffel Tower during the renovation; the construction site will be contained behind a covering bearing a trompe l’oeil.
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14/10/2008 |
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A WORLD OF SCHOOLING |
PHOTO EXHIBIT by Olivier Culmann & Mat Jacob
21 October 2008 to 31 January 2009
1st floor of the EIFFEL TOWER
Free entry for all visitors to the monument
The Eiffel Tower is open every day from 9:30am to 23:45pm
An exhibit showing more than 60 photos devoted to the children of the world and their school environments. In this way the Eiffel Tower hopes to reach out to young visitors everywhere and offer a discovery of the Tower’s history in a fun activity newly created entitled “Follow Gus”.
During several years, Mat Jacob and Olivier Culmann travelled the planet observing the different school systems, the establishments of our childhood and innocence where our personalities were faceted. This series of photos “A World of Schooling” was born from this shared pursuit*.
The first floor exhibit space of the Eiffel Tower invites you to discover these images of school kids from 5 continents and 20 countries.
“Because we were reticent to go there, because we only felt liberated after having left the place, because it was there that our spirits were opened as well as compartmentalized, we went back to school.
Our quest was to know whether school was a way of imposing certain ways of thinking or truly the way to provide children with the intellectual might that, later in life, would help them find their own way. The situations that we encountered were so different, even contradictory at times, which underlies the fact that when we terminated the project, we realized that the places where we were looking for answers only conjured up more questions. The fact that we were led to question and doubt is of course dear to us, more so than the fact to have worked on a documentary project about the “real” world of schooling.
The worlds we visited and that we show you here represent our impressions, our memories and our souvenirs. “
* The photos in this exhibit were taken between 1993 and 1999.
Mat Jacob took the photos in Haiti, Cuba, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Canada, the United States, Mexico and France. Olivier Culmann took the photos in Rumania, Pakistan, Bolivia, Albania, Japan, Cameroon, Mauritania, Mali, India, Russia and the United Kingdom.
Both photographers were born in Paris, Mat Jacob in 1966, and Olivier Culmann in 1970. Both work regularly with the French press and are members of the photo group TENDANCE FLOUE. - www.tendancefloue.net. They both were Villa Médicis winners in 1997.
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31/07/2008 |
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20 & 21 September 2008: European Heritage Days |
The Eiffel Tower will once again celebrate European historical heritage, during a this weekend in September, extending an invitation to all those curious Jules Verne fans who would like to visit the historical elevator machinery.
Free access - East Pillar - Open to the public from 10am to 7pm.
Discover the historical elevators at the Eiffel Tower.
The Eiffel Tower opens its doors to the machinery room of the historic elevators for the occasion of the 25th edition of European Heritage Days, September 20 and 21, 2008.
For this exceptional weekend, all those curious enough to enter into the belly of the Tower are invited to discover this extraordinary world reminiscent of Jules Verne.
A true technical feat for the period, rarely before had such constraints and heights with such heavy loads ever been undertaken. The hydraulic elevators of the Eiffel Tower are located in the East and West pillars of the monument, which offered as early as 1899 an opportunity to hundreds of thousands of visitors to climb the 116 meters from the ground floor to the heights of the monument overlooking Paris in total safety.
This machinery has been carefully maintained, modernized in 1986, and still in operation today. What could be a better testimony to the amazing visionary that Gustave Eiffel was in his day with the construction of the Tower.
5,000 km/year:
Average distance each elevator travels per year
100:
Average number of trips each elevator makes per day
22 tons:
The weight of the elevators when at full capacity
2 meters/second:
The speed at which they travel
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17/07/2008 |
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Summer 2008 at the Eiffel Tower |
A cup of champagne at the Tower top for a sparkling souvenir!New this summer, a champagne bar has opened on the third floor of the Tower for visitors to savor the festive spirit of summer. Rosé or brut, champagne is the perfect compliment to a sensational moment you’ll experience on the Tower top overlooking Paris. The bar is open every day all summer from 5pm to 10:30pm.
Terrace seating on the first floor for a taste of the Atlantic Ocean!Last year the Eiffel Tower offered a Mediterranean spirit on the first floor, while this year the atmosphere draws inspiration from the Atlantic Ocean. In the colors of blue and white, the iron tower has changed its lavender fields and crickets for a sand-covered walk-around, its rattan seating for beach lounge chairs, creating an ocean scene in blue. Sitting under a mast-type awning, all monument visitors can enjoy the exceptional panoramic view from 57 meters above overlooking the Champ de Mars below and eat a light snack (seafood salad, vegetable plate, toasted sandwiches, pastries, ice cream Italian style and iced coffee drinks) with maritime music audible in the background. The patio is open every day all summer until September, from 11am to 10pm.
On the first floor, visitors will also have the pleasure of discovering the exhibit “Beacon to Beacon” by photographer Jean Guichard, displaying 80 captivating images of beacons in France and around the world.
And for our visitors comfort, a mist of fresh waterA tradition each summer in order to refresh visitors, misters were installed and will spray visitors at the pillar entrances and at the elevator access to the third floor located on the second floor.
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A champagne bar
at the Tower top
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01/07/2008 |
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The Eiffel Tower in the Colors of Europe |
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As the French President has taken the helm of the European Union since the first of July 2008, the Eiffel Tower in cooperation with the Mayor of Paris is currently paying homage to Europe. Every evening since June 30th, the Tower dons its blue night-lighting at sunset, dotted with the 12 yellow stars representing the European flag. The sparkling lights remain in place and will glitter every hour on the hour for 5 minutes as usual.
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30/06/2008 |
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July 13 and 14, 2008: Entrance hours modified: |
Because of the French national holiday, Bastille Day, the closing hours of the Eiffel Tower have been modified for the 13th and 14th of July.
July 13
The Eiffel Tower will close at 10pm. Last entrance will be at 9pm
No special events at the Tower.
July 14
The Eiffel Tower will close at 8pm. Last entrance will be at 6pm.
Special fireworks display offered by the Mayor of Paris to begin at 10:45pm at the Trocadéro.
These hours may be modified in case of heavy affluence.
Other than these two evening changes, the Eiffel Tower is open 7/7 at the usual time: 9am to 0:45am. Last entrance at 11:45pm.
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16/06/2008 |
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THE EIFFEL TOWER: BEACON TO BEACON |
PHOTOS EXHIBIT BY JEAN GUICHARD
From June 11 to September 15, 2008
FIRST FLOOR OF THE EIFFEL TOWER
Free access to the exhibit for all visitors to the monument.
The Eiffel Tower is open everyday from 9:30am to 11:45pm and from 9am to 12:45am from June 13 to August 31.
Lighthouses are a universal symbol around the world and that includes the beacon atop the Eiffel Tower, which lights up the sky over Paris nightly.
At present, the Eiffel Tower is honoring other lighthouses in a photo exhibit of 80 pictures taken by photographer Jean Guichard, specialist in maritime history. This outdoor exhibit on the first floor of the monument opens the way for the public to discover these lighthouses that orient seafarers, right here in Paris while visiting the Tower. Beacons in the spotlight on the first floor of the Eiffel TowerPainted red, white and navy blue; made of stone or brick; standing high above a sheer drop, these lighthouses will take visitors to the French coast, from the Cape of Raz to the Bay of Quiberon or the Golf of Ajaccio. A mix of vista views and once-in-a-lifetime moments captured on film, such as the enormous spiral staircase leading up to an oil platform beacon or a glimpse inside a lighthouse station. Located on the Eiffel Tower first-level platform looking out over the Champ-de-Mars, the exhibit displays spectacular images portraying the enduring nature of the pictured beacons, standing up to the violence of the sea.
Whether frozen over with ice, whipped by the sea or towering over oil slicks, these lighthouse photos are not to be missed. Extending its horizons beyond the French coast, this exhibition takes the visitor on a world tour offering magnificent images of lighthouses from Iceland, the UK, the USA… The Tour Eiffel Lighthouse
As early as 1889, Gustave Eiffel was busy in the drawing room, making plans for the beacon to be set atop the tallest structure in the world, which would sweep the sky with beams of blue, white and red covering a distance of 100 kilometers! The finishing touch to the pièce de résistance of the Paris Universal Exhibition. In 1947, interest in using the Eiffel Tower to help orient air navigation became obvious. From the Tower heights, visibility and geographic range were far more impressive than the lower altitude of Mount Valérien where a rather powerful beacon had already by installed. Two beacons were mounted on the Tower summit in order to give the impression of one single light source from a distance. In 1970, the Civil Aviation Agency refused to carry out the needed fixing. Coupled with the fact that air traffic over the capital city had become forbidden, the beacon was replaced with the usual red lights placed on factory smokestacks. Installed once again as a permanent fixture for the occasion of the new millennium in the year 2000, the two light beams sweep the Parisian sky reaching out 80 kilometers. Four motorized “marine” flood lights are piloted by a micro computer installed with specific automatic programming so as to control their movement. Each one rotates 90° in the form of a cross so as to create a double-beam of light pivoting 360°. A book entitled “Lighthouses” was published by Reader's Digest and includes numerous photos presented in this exhibit, available in the Eiffel Tower shops. Jean GUICHARDOnce an agency photographer working for the prestigious Sygma and Gamma, Jean Guichard has been a freelance photographer since 1995. Since the 80s, Mr Guichard has pursued his passion for maritime history through his lens and obtained the World Press Prize in 1989 for his famous shot of the Jument Lighthouse and its guardian. His work has been garnered other awards, notably the Concarneau Best Illustrated Book Award as well as the laureate of the Naval Academy in 1992 for his book “Lighthouses.”
Information: www.jean-guichard.com
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31/03/2008 |
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The parisian chronicles
70 years of daily life in Paris From the collections of the Roger-Viollet Agency |
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Photo Exhibit March 30 – June 1, 2008
“The Parisian Chronicles” is a major milestone exhibit programmed to celebrate the 70 years of existence of the Roger-Viollet Agency. The Parisian framework that offers the first floor of the Eiffel Tower is as timeless as the photos of Paris in the exhibit, including some rarely-seen images from the Agency’s collections.
70 photos to discover on the first floor of the Tour Eiffel, 57 metres above Paris …
As you stroll in and amongst the photos on display on the first floor, you’ll travel back in time to the years 1880 – 1950 casting a glance on tender moments, sometime humorous, delicate or intriguing. Continue down familiar streets or go down a few new ones, or follow the charm of Paris from the Luxembourg Gardens to the Quai des Fleurs where flowers and plants are sold. And then go back in time to the Universal Exhibition of 1900 or the floods of 1910, the hordes of Parisians taking a stroll on the Grands Boulevards or small groups enjoying a private music concert…
Together this accumulation of fleeting moments reconstitutes the spirit of the city and its inhabitants, where the Eiffel Tower silhouette stands tall in the photos since those of Agency founder Henri Roger.
Reflections from one to another, these photos offer the visitor a promenade down memory lane, Paris of days gone by.
Roger-Viollet Agency
October 14, 1938, Hélène Roger and her fiancé, Jean-Victor Fischer, take over the photo shop of Laurent Ollivier, located at 6 rue de Seine and founded “Documentation Photographique Générale Roger-Viollet”.
After WWII, Roger-Viollet bought up numerous collections constituting one of the biggest photo banks in Europe by 1960. These collections span more than a century and a half of world history: major events, craftsmen, Beaux Arts, science and politics, the streets of Paris and exotic travels, and of course, famous portraits and candid moments.
This photo heritage – more than 6 million works and documents, which today belong to the city of Paris – also follows the development of photography via the works of photo studios during the Second Empire up to the era of photo reporters capturing the wars of the 20th century.
A book accompanies “The Parisian Chronicles” exhibit, published by Chene as part of the Roger-Viollet publications, available in the Eiffel Tower shops.
Practical Information:
Free entry to exhibit for all Eiffel Tower visitors
The Eiffel Tower is open every day from 9:30am to 23:45pm (9am to 12:45am from 13/06 to 31/08).
The Roger-Viollet Agency is part of the “Parisienne de Photographie”, a mixed economy group owned by the City of Paris and responsible for digitizing and circulating the municipal bank of icons and photos as a public service, for a period of eight years.
More information : www.parisenimages.fr
Bal /4301-10 - - © Maurice Branger / Roger-Viollet
Bastille Day Ball in front of the Panthéon. Paris, 5th arrondissement, 1912. BRA - 75754
Réverbère / 1410-5 - -© LAPI / Roger-Viollet
Cleaning the street lights. Paris, 1st arrondissement, Place Vendôme, 1944.
Affiche / 564 - 8 - -© Jacques Boyer / Roger-Viollet
Two-seater motorcycle in front of the Champ-de-Mars. Paris, 1922.
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12/12/2007 |
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Visit the Arctic Regions |
An Arctic Winter on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower from December 19, 2007 to March 9, 2008
The Eiffel Tower, in collaboration with Le Cercle Polaire1, invites you to “Visit the Arctic Regions”:
- a photo expedition into the heart of the Arctic and Antarctic, meet the 21st century Inuit and discover the polar fauna,
- put on snowshoes for a trekking at 57 meters above Paris to January 31, 2008
- and stop in at the Umiak bar for a frozen treat right here in the Capital!
A visit to the Arctic regions during this first winter season of the International Polar Year 2007-2008*2…
This outdoor exhibit “Visit the Arctic Regions” - installation and concept by the association Le Cercle Polaire - presents 80 photographs and their commentaries:
- the life of the people living at the North Pole in the 21st century, the Inuit
- an initiation into the diversity and fragility of the fauna in the polar regions for Tower visitors
- and a selection of short films that shed light on the work of scientists in those regions and their outposts observing global warming.
Thirty photos by Xavier Desmier show the Inuit daily life at the dawn of the 21st century. In just 50 years, they have quite naturally created a new cultural balance between ancestral traditions and modern life. Today their great enemy is melting icebergs.
… put your snowshoes on.
Following the random trail of animal tracks, visitors can walk around the outer first floor covered in a thick layer of snow: a 300-meter walk for an initiation to snowshoe trekking, with Paris as the backdrop.
These genuine snowshoes3 available for big and small, will allow visitors to go on an unusual exploration of the native species of the Arctic and Antarctic: bears, narwhals, reindeer, snow geese, penguins, snow petrels, albatross…Immortalized in the large-format photos portraying animals captured on camera during numerous expeditions to the arctic regions, this fauna is endangered by global warming.
At 57 meters above Paris, icy thrills are guaranteed at Umiak*, a polar bar on the Eiffel Tower! Looking over the Champ de Mars, an ice-covered bar will welcome “trekkers” into its polar décor: life-size arctic animal sculptures (seals, polar foxes, guillemot…) and mannequins displaying traditional costumes made by Inuit. An unusual stopover for a drink, day or night.
1: The association Le Cercle Polaire (www.lecerclepolaire.com) aims at presenting the authentic scientific culture of the Arctic and Antarctic zones, trying to move forward the preservation of these lands. Le Cercel Polaire is sponsored by the national research institute CNRS, the Paul-Emile Victor Polar Institute and the French National Commission for UNESCO.
2: 60 countries are collaborating on 210 international projects doing research in the polar regions (www.ipy.org/).
3 (snowshoes in all sizes (4 years and up) free of charge for visitors)
4 Umiak is the name of an Inuit canoe.
Practical Information
The Eiffel Tower is open 7 days a week, 9:30am to 11:45pm.
Elevators to the 1st floor: Adults: 4.50€/Children -12 years: 2.30€
(last elevator up is at 11pm)
Stairs to 1st or 2nd floors are open from 9:30am to 6pm: 4€
For those -25 years: 3.10€. Children -3 years are free.
Exhibit and snowshoes are free of charge.
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23/10/2007 |
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The Eiffel Tower is participating in Operation "5 minutes respite for the Planet " |
The Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE), in agreement with the City of Paris, decided to join Operation 5 minutes respite for the Planet ", which was organized to draw attention to energy consumption and its impact on global warming.
The decorative illumination of the tower will be extinct for 5 minutes on Oct. 23 between 7:55 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., security lighting remaining in operation.
The SETE, responsible for the management and operation of the Tour, wants to show its commitment to sustainable development and the preservation of our planet.
Regarding energy consumption, many activities were carried out:
- A "green electricity" with EDF (100% of the electricity supplied comes from renewables)
- A campaign to change the lamps illuminated monument conducted in 2004 / 2005 have resulted in a 30% reduction in energy
- Use management software dedicated to controlling the timing of the lighting and heating
- The elimination of refrigeration systems, water loss
The SETE provides systematically in contracts with its dealers a chapter dedicated to sustainable development (reducing energy consumption, sorting and recycling of waste, material selection healthy).
The SETE will continue and will intensify its efforts in this direction, particularly in the implementation of important projects of renovation and modernization of the Tour, it will lead in coming years
Energy consumption of the Eiffel Tower is 7,000 megawatts, of which 6% for illumination.
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18/07/2007 |
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Terrace of summer to the Eiffel Tower: a Mediterranean environment with 57 meters with the top of Paris |
One of the most beautiful terraces of Paris is opened on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower. Lavender, boxwood, olive-trees, cypresses, furniture out of teak and terra cotta pots give a small accent of the South to this space dominating Paris and the Field of Mars.
Parisian and visitors can take there a collation in the shade of the parasols while benefitting from the freshness of the brumisateurs.
Opened 9h with 22h - 7j/7, this terrace is also a magic place to take glass the evening with any Paris illuminated under the eyes.
The stage is easy access, without waiting if the staircase is borrowed: 345 steps only in the middle of the structures of the iron Lady.
80 seats, without reservation.
- Sandwiches & salads (sandwich chicken crudenesses, salad caesar…) : from 5,40 with 6,30€
- Desserts (apple tarts, muffins…) : from 1,70 with 3,40€
- let us Boissons (expresso, beer, orange juice…) : from 2,50 with 6€
- Glaces : 4€
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12/07/2007 |
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13 and July 14, 2007: schedules of modified accesses |
Because of the French National Festival, closing times of the Eiffel Tower are slightly modified the 13 and July 14, 2007.
July 13
Closing of the Eiffel Tower to 22h. Last access to 21h (19h for the groups).
No the spectacle. A great ball is organized by the Town hall of Paris, places Bastille, starting from 20h.
July 14
Closing of the Eiffel Tower to 20h. Last access to 18h (17h for the groups)
pyrotechnical Spectacle offered by the Town hall of Paris, to 22h30, Trocadéro
The schedules indicated is likely to be modified in the event of multitude.
Apart from these two evenings, the Eiffel Tower is open 7 days a week, with the usual schedules of 9h with Oh45. Last access to 23h45.
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25/06/2007 |
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PARIS CELEBRATES SPACE |
Embarquement towards the extraordinary adventure of the space conquest, with the 1er stage of the Eiffel Tower
Exposition of June 16 to August 31, 2007
Accès free for the visitors of the monument
This summer, the Eiffel Tower with the head in stars, with an exposure dedicated to fifty years of space conquest, carried out with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the National Center of Space Studies (CNES).
All began one October 4, 1957 with the launching of Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite of the Earth, which opened the space era. Today this search of elsewhere also became a means for better observing the Earth, communicating and to study the impact of the reheating climatique.
Through 32 photographs exposed in the open air and several films presented at Cineiffel*, the visitors it is possible to admire the Earth seen of Space and to discover the many technological projections as well as the missions spatiales.
Viewers presenting of the stereoscopic photographs (relief) and the posters in 2D offer the feeling to slip into the skin of the astronauts on board the Space Station Internationale.
*espace audio visuel
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01/06/2007 |
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Scuba Diving at the Eiffel Tower |
From June 1 – 10, 2007, 10am to 6pm
A scuba diving initiation offered to visitors of the monument
A 230 m² heated swimming pool located at the North Pillar of the Eiffel Tower will allow visitors to experience their first scuba dive.
In an underwater environment, forty certified instructors (FFESSM : Fédération Française d’Etudes et de Sports Sous marin) will be on hand to take venturesome visitors down to the bottom of the pool, decorated with photos of fish.
The heated pool with its depth of 1.20 meters is suitable for young and old (no children under 8 will be allowed to participate and all minors must have parental permission).
The diving equipment - wetsuit, fins, mask, and tank – will be supplied.
Once equipped and following a short lesson, divers will spend 20 minutes underwater with their instructor. Each diver will receive a certificate.
This exceptional offer is free of charge to all those visiting the monument; just present your entrance ticket. To sign up, before you visit the Eiffel Tower, go to the swimming pool welcoming tent.
“To turn each tourist into an active guardian of our natural environment, while having fun through a constructive experience, is a goal as high as the Eiffel Tower!”
Through this promotion, Mr. Jean-Bernard Bros, Director of Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel, wishes to convey a strong message in defence of the planet: “At a moment when environmental matters are becoming more and more important, the ones who need to be informed about the future of the Earth and Oceans are the tourists, those travelling across the world exploring it. What better means than this introduction to scuba diving to discover the underwater environment, its beauty and above all its fragile nature?" That is the intent of the Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel.
This exceptional event has been made possible thanks to: Salon de la Plongée Sous-Marine, Plongée On Line, Fédération Française d’Etudes et de Sports Sous-Marins (FFESSM), PADI, Aqua Lung, Scubapro, Cressi, Subaqua, Coltri Sub, Axa- Cabinet Lafont, Aquarev, Blue Lagoon, Bleu Marine Loisirs, Déclic Bleu Méditerranée, Restaurants of the Tour Eiffel.
www.plongeetoureiffel.com
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09/05/2007 |
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The Lighthouse Beam goes Out Temporarily |
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Due to renovations at the Eiffel Tower, the lighthouse beam will not be turned on the evenings May 9 to May 15. The work undertaken on the Tower during this time will not in any way effect visitor’s visit to the monument.
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19/04/2007 |
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Exhibit: : The Eiffel Tower in films |
Opening April 20th on the first floor of the Tower
At the end of the 19th century, the Eiffel Tower and filmmaking were the very essence of modernity thanks to engineers like Gustave Eiffel and the Lumiere brothers.
During the 20th century, the Eiffel Tower became the symbol of Paris and France throughout the world.
From the beginnings of cinema to today, the Tower has dominated film posters. Its presence sets the scene or gives the works a timeless, romantic quality.
This exhibit looks at a century of the Eiffel Tower on the silver screen via the 31 film posters on display.
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14/02/2007 |
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The Non-Smoking Tower |
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In compliance with the latest French legislation, the Eiffel Tower is a non-smoking environment as of February 1, 2007, with the exception of the restaurants.
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12/02/2007 |
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The Eiffel Tower participated in ''5 minutes of Rest for the Planet'' |
La Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE, Eiffel Tower operating company) in collaboration with the Mayor of Paris joined forces for ''5 minutes of Rest for the Planet'', organized in parallel to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change meeting held in Paris, with the intention of influencing public opinion on energy use and global warming.
The Eiffel Tower night lighting system was turned off during 5 minutes on February 1st between 7:45 and 8:00 pm, with only the security lighting left on.
With this action, the SETE intended to show their commitment to sustainable development and the preservation of the planet.
On a more long-term basis, a number of daily actions have been instated such as recycling batteries, printer cartridges, outdated computer equipment, metals and gas lamps. The recycling of paper has effectively been in place for some time now.
Certain energy efficiency actions were also instated:
-A special ''green'' contract was drafted with the electrical company EDF (100% of the energy required comes from renewable energy).
-The campaign adopted in 2004-2005 concerning light bulb replacement on the Tower has already helped reduce energy use by 30%.
-A computer-automated schedule to control the heating and lighting on the Tower.
-Eliminating refrigeration systems with water loss.
The SETE is systematically overseeing the concessionary contracts so as to include a full paragraph on sustainable development (reducing energy consumption, sorting and recycling waste, suitable materials…).
The SETE intends to pursue and intensify its actions in these directions, notably by putting into place important renovation and modernization projects for the Tower during the years to come.
The Eiffel Tower energy consumption is at 7,000 MW/H, of which 9% is dedicated to the Tower illumination.
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19/01/2007 |
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New Record in Number of Visitors to the Eiffel Tower in 2006 |
With 6,719,200 visitors in 2006, the Eiffel Tower has topped its all time high in visitation, showing a 4.5% increase over 2005 (6,428,441 visitors).
As for ticket sales, they were up 5% for a total of 48.7 M€ (VAT non-included).
More than half climb to the top
The Tower is open during long hours every day of the year – 9:30am to 11:45pm in winter, 9:00am to 12:45am in summer – with 30% of the visitors arriving during the evening hours. 55% go to the top of the Tower and 20% prefer the stairs when climbing to the 2nd floor (704 steps). Groups make up 13% of the total visitors.
Panoramic view and organized activities
The Paris vista seen from the monument is of course one of the major attractions. Visitors are also wooed by the structural force of the Tower, including its evening splendor when the Tower turns on its golden lighting and glittering lights that flash at the stroke of the hour.
A variety of activities are available on the monument (from the Cineffel films relating the history of the Tower to the Feroscope that explains its construction and painting as well as the Observatory that records the movement of the tower top...), appreciated by visitors that want to know more about Gustave Eiffel’s creation. More recently, the Tower has been offering other activities (exhibits, ice skating, roller skating or the labyrinth that is presently open to visitors) that appeal to visitors and generate media coverage contributing to the fame of the monument.
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01/01/2007 |
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy new year 2007.
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29/12/2006 |
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Opening hours for New Year’s Eve |
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For December 31st, the Eiffel Tower will close to all visitors at 9 pm for the end of year celebration. The ticket stands will close at 7:30 pm and the last ticket allowing access to the Tower top will be sold at 7pm.
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16/11/2006 |
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Mid-December on the Eiffel Tower! |
For winter 2006/2007, the Eiffel Tower has new installation in store for its visitors.
A Spectacular Sight to See: an Upside-Down Christmas Tree
One immense cone-shaped light – 20 meters high – is to be suspended between the 2nd and first floors of the Eiffel Tower. This brightly shining, symbolic Christmas tree will be attached at the bottom so that the top hangs down.
The Magic, Moving Labyrinth on the First Floor
The first level of the Eiffel Tower is going to welcome an interactive labyrinth for the amusement of all. Meandering in and out of a “forest” of pine trees spread out over 80 meters (262 feet), playful lighting and audible sounds such as walking in the snow or breaking branches will follow the visitors, with comic guests circulating and surprising each one all along their magical promenade.
The labyrinth will be open every day from 10 am until closing. Access is free to all Eiffel Tower visitors.
The Eiffel Tower is open daily from 9:30 am to 11:45 pm in winter (Last elevator up is at 11 pm).
2006 Entrance Fees
Elevator to the 1st floor: Adults: 4.20€ / Children under 12: 2.30€
Stairs (1st & 2nd floors) open from 9:30 am to 6 pm: 3.80€. Under 25: 3€
Children under 3 are free guests of the Tower
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14/11/2006 |
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Roller Skating Ramp on the 1st Floor of the Eiffel Tower! |
Saturday 18, Sunday 19, Monday 20, November 2006
from 10am to 12noon and from 1pm to 7pm (6pm on Mon)
Learn to skate 57 meters above Paris…
A real skaters’ ramp, 15 meters long by 7.5 meters wide, will be installed on the first level of the Eiffel Tower, overlooking the Champ de Mars, for three days.
State-licensed skaters will be on hand to assist young and old, from 7 to 77 years old, in learning to skate inline. The champion team Taïg Khris, twice world champions, will demonstrate the moves.
… free to all visiting the Tower
All visitors to the Eiffel Tower will be admitted free of charge with their Eiffel Tower entrance tickets. You can reach the ramp either by the elevators or the stairs.
The stairs to the first floor represent 345 steps, a great way to warm-up before skating (skates are provided on site), especially for young adults less than 25 years old who can take advantage of the special price (3€).
World champions perform on the Eiffel Tower!
Monday, November 20th at 7:30 pm, Taïg Khris, Ambassador of the association Voix de l’Enfant, will show the spectators what champion skating is all about. Before, at 6:30 pm, Yoggy is going to attempt to beat his own world record in going up the Tower stairs on a monocycle, also organized by the association la Voix de l’Enfant that is celebrating 25 years of events on the Eiffel Tower.
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10/11/2006 |
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Exhibit to see on the First Floor: “The Construction of the Eiffel Tower – 1887 to 1889” |
On display, the blueprints from Gustave Eiffel’s book “The 300-meter Tower” including engravings and photos taken during the construction of the monument…
Free entrance to all Eiffel Tower visitors.
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17/07/2006 |
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The Tower Helps to Cool Off its Visitors |
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Just like last summer, visitors to the Eiffel Tower will be pleased to know that the misters have been installed for your comfort during the hot temperatures until the end of August from 9 am to 10 pm. Four will mist visitors in the entrance lines and another two will provide overhead misting located on the upper second level
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06/07/2006 |
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July 13 & 14, 2006 - Modified Hours of Access |
Because of the French National holiday, the closing hours of the Eiffel Tower have been slightly modified.
July 13th
The Eiffel Tower will close at 10 pm. Last entry at 9 pm.
No evening events. The traditional ball organized by the city of Paris will be held at the Place de la Bastille, starting at 8 pm.
July 14th
The Eiffel Tower will close at 8 pm. Last entry at 7 pm.
The pyrotechnic display offered by the city of Paris is set to begin at 10:30 pm, Place Rueff in the Champ de Mars.
Normal Hours
The Eiffel Tower is open 7 days a week from 9 am to 12:45 am. Last entry is at 11:45 pm.
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04/07/2006 |
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The number of visitors to the Eiffel Tower in June 2006 has reached a new record! |
The number of visitors to the Eiffel Tower in June 2006 has reached a new record!
The number of visitors during June 2006 came to 673,883, up by 8% over June 2005. In fact, that makes three months straight that the Eiffel Tower has beaten its previous records.
The Eiffel Tower is the most frequented monument with an entrance fee in the world, with 6.5 million visitors each year.
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13/06/2006 |
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Public auction of Eiffel Tower memorabilia: books, photos, objects… |
Monday, June 26, 2006
Auction hours : 6 - 10 pm
Auction items on display from 9:30am to 4pm
In the room Salle Gustave Eiffel on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower
Use North Pillar entrance
Download the catalogue (PDF - 4.5Mb - in French)
Download the estimated price list (PDF - 12Ko - in French)
Two Parisian booksellers* have put together an important collection of about 500 lots, all connected to the Eiffel Tower, to Gustave Eiffel and to the World Fairs.
These works, photos, engravings, objects and newspapers, dating essentially from the construction of the Eiffel Tower up to the 1930s, will be auctioned on Monday, June 26th on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower by Mr. Pierre Cornette of Saint Cyr, in association with the SOCIÉTÉ D'EXPLOITATION DE LA TOUR EIFFEL chaired by Jean-Bernard Bros (Deputy Mayor of Paris).
Important publications such as "The 300-Meter Tower" by Gustave Eiffel or "Thirty-Six Panoramas of the Eiffel Tower" illustrated by Henri Rivière will be up for auction alongside rare turn-of-the-century publications, guides, catalogs, reviews and newspapers.Old posters, photos of the construction of the monument, and even an original lithography (extremely rare, a numbered, 1925 edition dedicated to Robert Delaunay) will be proposed to buyers. Finally, numerous objects inspired by the Tower such as scale models, games, clocks and other souvenirs which should delight amateurs and collectors alike, whether French citizens or foreigners.
It is the first time the Eiffel Tower has organized such an auction. In December, 1983, 20 sections of the helical stairway that originally connected the 2nd floor to the top of the monument were sold to the public: a true international success.
Purchasable Items:- close to 60 books about or by Gustave Eiffel - about fifty publications, brochures, guides, illustrated books and newspapers on the Eiffel Tower- one hundred images, posters and original photos of the Eiffel Tower-80 books on the World Fairs held between 1851 and 1937-90 porcelain, earthenware, glass and metal objects of the Eiffel Tower, as well as jewelry boxes, clocks, games and toys. *Véronique Delvaux (Léonce Laget Bookshop) and Jean-Bernard Gillot (Alain Brieux Bookshop)
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09/06/2006 |
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Exhibit of vintage postcards of the Eiffel Tower in the year 1900 as their common theme |
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From June 7 to September 30, 2006, the first floor of the Eiffel Tower is exhibiting 30 vintage postcards taking us back in time to the turn of the century: women in long dresses and parasols and men sporting top hats, with the Trocadero as a backdrop.
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17/05/2006 |
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Visitation at the Eiffel Tower |
1,800,000 persons visited the Eiffel Tower between the first of January and the 30th of April of this year. April is always a big vacation month, and international tourism in Paris was at its height, with a number of visitors to the Tower during Easter and Labor day weekends reaching an impressive 28,000 each day.
In order to accommodate the number of visitors, the Eiffel Tower made available additional access: 2 extra elevators and 2 stairways, as well as pushing back closing hours to midnight.
The same full service will be implemented for Ascension Day and Pentecost weekends.
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06/03/2006 |
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117 children special guests at the Eiffel Tower |
117 children special guests at the Eiffel Tower in honor of the Towers 117th anniversary
March 31, 1889: official inauguration of the Eiffel Tower
March 31, 2006: 117 children, who participate and become treasure hunt winners during the contest period March 8 – 31, 2006, will get preferred treatment at the Eiffel Tower throughout the rest of the year.
Discover the Eiffel Tower… and Become a VIP!
From March 8 – 31, 2006, the Eiffel Tower is inviting children under 12 on a treasure hunt. All you have to do is answer the contest questions. The questions are to be found on the first and second floors of the monument.
Anecdotes, architectural details, observation of the Tower’s history and different spaces, this is an opportunity for children to discover many a secret about the monument.
At the close of the contest, 117 children will be selected at random from those who participated and answered the questions correctly.
Each of the winners will receive a certificate identifying them as special guests of the Eiffel Tower and a personalized entry pass for 2 (child and accompanying adult) valid until the end of the year 2006.
The questionnaire can be obtained at the Tower entrance or downloaded HERE.
The children must put their completed questions into the special urn situated at « Cineiffel », the cultural and audiovisual area on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower.
A great idea for cultural outings after school!
The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year without exception from morning until late at night, 9:30am to 11:45pm (last entrance at 11pm).
A visit to the Tower is both fun and informative for the curious ones, after school, after dinner or on weekends they will have fun chasing after the answers to the contest questions. Furthermore it is also possible to organise a birthday meal at the first floor throughout the year. (Altitude 95 – 15€/person – Reservation at 01 45 55 20 04).
La Tour Eiffel is open every day from 9:30am to 11:45pm in winter (last entrance at 11pm)
2006 Entrance fees – elevator to 1st floor. Children under 12: 2.30 € / Adults: 4.20 €
Elevator to 2nd floor. Children under 12: 4.20 € / Adults: 7.70 €
Stairs (first and second floors) open from 9:30am to 6pm: 3.80 € Under 25: 3 €
Children under 3 are free guests at the Eiffel Tower.
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03/02/2006 |
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Exhibit: Fireworks on the 14th of July, 2005 |
From February 1 to May 31, 2006 on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower
An explosion of colors are visible all over the first floor of the monument, as seen in a selection of photos taken at last year’s celebration of Bastille Day. The Tower was the centrepiece of the fireworks display offered by the Mayor of Paris and presented by Groupe F (the same ones who engineered the year 2000 show). Last year’s theme was the Year of Brazil.
Visit the Internet Website from the photograph Thierry Nava.
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© Thierry Nava
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02/02/2006 |
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Visitors to the Eiffel Tower Website |
The official site welcomed 4,110,645 visitors during the year 2005, up from the previous year’s total of 3,530,433 for a 16.4% increase. Since its inauguration in 1998, the site has been visited by more than 20 million visitors.
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11/01/2006 |
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Annual Visitor Total Climbs to All-time Record - 6,428,441 in 2005 |
The Eiffel Tower counted a total of 6,428,441 visitors to the monument in 2005 as compared to 6,230,050 in 2004, representing an increase by
3.18%.
The last visitation record dated back to 1999, when the total reached 6,368,534 visitors.
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01/01/2006 |
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy new year 2006.
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28/12/2005 |
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Record Number of Visitors in 2005 |
With this first of the year also comes the close of the last year and what a year for the Eiffel Tower. The number of visitors topped its highest record ever recorded, which was a total of 6,368,534 in 1999.
Exact figures for 2005 will soon be made available.
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14/12/2005 |
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The Eiffel Tower ice skating rink is back for a new holiday season, set up on the first floor of the monument for two months. |
The highest rink in Paris
Towering 57 meters over the Champ de Mars, on the first floor platform) this 220² meter ice skating rink is open every day from Dec 7, 2005 to Feb 1, 2006, 9:30 am to 11pm (last entrance at 22:30pm).
Big enough for 100 skaters at the same time, the rink once again offers those visiting the Tower free access and skyline vistas while skating.
Skates are borrowed free of charge at the rink entrance.
Ice skates are provided; you are not allowed to bring your own skates.
A festive decor and a sparkling Eiffel Tower on ice
Frosted atmosphere and sweeping lights flood the rink and its new addition this year: a 5-meter tall Eiffel Tower embedded in the ice.
And each night as usual, the monument sparkles* all over the city.
Also on the first floor, the shops and restaurants are in their festive colors for the occasion. The Altitude 95 bar has been converted into a cozy tea room offering hot wine and Christmas cakes.
*10 minutes on the hour from twilight to 1am.
The Eiffel Tower is open every day
From 9 :30am to 11:45pm in winter (last elevator up: 11pm)
2005 Entrance - elevators to the first floor:
Adults: 4.10 € / Children under 12: 2.30 €
Stairs (first and second floors) 9:30am to 6pm:
3.80 €/ under 25: 3€
Children 3 and under are free guests at the Eiffel Tower.
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13/12/2005 |
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New Delegation Chosen to Operate the Eiffel Tower |
The agreement signed in May, 1981 between the CITY OF PARIS and the SNTE with the SAGI, which entrusted the management and daily operations of the Eiffel Tower to the SNTE, is to expire on December 31, 2005.
In accordance with the law decreed on January 29, 1993, the CITY OF PARIS set in motion the procedure during the year 2005 that would name a new company to handle the management of the Eiffel Tower as of January 1, 2006.
Three companies were being considered. On December 13, the Council of Paris attributed this public service to the SOCIÉTÉ D’EXPLOITATION DE LA TOUR EIFFEL (SETE). This appointment will take effect on Sunday, January 1, 2006 at midnight for a duration of 10 years.
SETE is a semi-public company, whose capital is mainly owned by the CITY OF PARIS (approximately 60 %).
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13/12/2005 |
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A New Esplanade for the Eiffel Tower |
The Eiffel Tower square has been completely redone and the central octagon-shaped sandpit eliminated. Heavily damaged after numerous years of wear and tear, the dusty esplanade no longer provided the comfort nor aesthetic qualities expected by its guests from such a world-renowned monument.
The total surface sprawling from the Avenue Gustave Eiffel to the Quay Branly was stripped and covered anew with an asphalt coating. This material was chosen for its tint that blends well with the site, as well as for its resistance to shocks and bad weather.
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16/11/2005 |
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Exhibit: Robert Doisneau and the Eiffel Tower |
From November 10, 2005 to January 1, 2006 a photo exhibit of the Eiffel Tower taken by Robert Doisneau over a time span of 40 years (1943 – 1986) will be on display on the first floor of the Tower.
Discover the day to day scenes of the Tower (The Sweeper – 1950, Tourists in Line – 1969, Barefoot Siesta in the Grass – 1950), Parisians and foreigners (Mother and Daughter with White Ribbon – 1950, Wooden Horses Pulled Along by the Guardian – 1969, American Tourist Eating Ice Cream – 1950, The Traditionally Dressed Brittany Woman – 1950), and other unusual scenes (The Distorted Eiffel Tower – 1979). This photographic view of the Tower as seen by Doisneau is represented in 30 different images available for viewing on the outside terrace of the first floor of the monument.
Exposition Exhibit – 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower
Free to all monument visitors
First floor accessible via elevators:
Adults: 4.10 € / Children under 12: 2.30 €
Stairs: 3.80 € / under 25: 3.00 €
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7 days a week, from 9 :30am to 11:45pm
Last elevator up: 11pm
Last entrance to stairs: 6pm
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08/11/2005 |
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Visitors to the Eiffel Tower |
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The Eiffel Tower has once again beaten its own record; 550,000 people visited the Tower during the month of October, representing 11,000 more visitors than in October 2004. Since the beginning of the year, the number of visitors has been steadily climbing at 4%.
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14/07/2005 |
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July 14th - Bastille Day |
The Eiffel Tower as the centerpiece of the Bastille Day fireworks show enchanted the large spectator turnout. Crowding into the Champ de Mars
garden and the Trocadero, the crowds witnessed another magical creation, this time presenting Brazil and its many colors as its theme.
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08/07/2005 |
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Exhibit: « Liberty: Up Against All Odds » |
From July 8th through October 5th, many a visitor were able to visit the astonishing presentation on the construction of the Statue of Liberty; the statue itself was the result of the artistic encounter of Auguste Bartholdi with the technical aptitude of Gustave Eiffel.
Take the virtual gallery visit online.
In collaboration with the museum Musée des Arts et Métiers http://www.arts-et-metiers.net
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07/06/2005 |
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Visitors to the Tower Still On the Rise |
Visitors to the Eiffel Tower have been steadily climbing since the beginning of the year. The statistics for the month of May confirm this
tendency, representing a 6% increase and 2,370,000 visitors.
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18/05/2005 |
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New Shop on the Second Floor |
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The Eiffel Tower has just opened a new shop offering specialty food products located on the lower platform of the second floor: sweets, chocolates, teas, terrines, mustards, a large array of gastronomic souvenirs from Paris and the different regions in France. Gift-wrapping available.
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23/03/2005 |
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Pillar Retaining Walls Get Rejuvenated |
The pillar retaining walls are about to undergo a super cleaning which aims to:
- repair the joints for a better air tightness
- apply an anti-graffiti coating
- improve the retaining wall aesthetics
A pressurized fine-sand dry cleaning method is to be used so as not to damage the stones.
The scaffolding and other safety measures are to be installed so as to limit inconveniences to the public and personnel. All four pillars are to get the full treatment and the operation is expected to be completed in June 2005.
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10/03/2005 |
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The Eiffel Tower is supporting the city of Paris as a candidate to host
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A giant logo has been suspended from the Tower at the first floor level facing the Trocadero, and a 5-meter tall light sculpture representing the Olympic rings has been placed at the Tower's feet. Since March 10th, the day the Olympic committee came to visit Paris and evaluate its as an Olympic host city, the Eiffel Tower entrance ticket has changed, taking on the logo colors.
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08/03/2005 |
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The Eiffel Tower Closed Due to Snow |
For security reasons, the Tower had to close its doors to the public on Thursday, March 3rd and into the morning of the 4th, until the snow and
ice had melted away.
Salting the Tower platforms is impossible due to the corrosive factor on the metal and sprinkling sand on the ground is not allowed as it could cause problems for the elevator mechanism.
By Saturday, March 5th, the Eiffel Tower was back to normal and open to the public during its usual hours.
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15/02/2005 |
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All the magic of the Eiffel Tower for 3€! |
New entrance rates for young people less than 25 years of age
Less than 25 years old?
You can access the first and second floor of the Eiffel Tower by the stairs for only 3€*!
An unforgettable ascension:
Climb the 700 steps up the structure of the Eiffel Tower at your own pace and discover Paris from an altitude of 115 meters!
The stairs are open to visitors every day from 9:30 to 18:00.
For further information,
Tel: 33 (0)1 44 11 23 11 - Fax: 33 (0)1 44 11 23 22
relationclient@toureiffel.fr
*This is a special rate reserved for young people less than 25 years old, upon presentation of identification at the ''escalier'' (stairs) entrance.
Possibility to purchase a supplementary ticket to visit the Tower top floor.
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05/01/2005 |
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6,230,050 Visitors to the Eiffel Tower in 2004 |
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The Eiffel Tower welcomed 6,230,050 visitors in 2004, up from 5,864,969 in 2003, representing an increase of 6.22%.
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03/01/2005 |
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Donations for Southeast Asia |
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From January 3 - 9, 2005, the French Red Cross will be present at the foot of the Eiffel Tower from 10am to 6pm collecting good and contributions for the Southeast Asian tsunami victims.
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01/01/2005 |
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy New Year in 2005
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22/12/2004 |
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New Year's Eve and the Eiffel Tower |
On December 31, the Tower will close its doors to visitors at 9pm, the entrance booths will stop selling tickets at 7:30pm and the last tickets for the top of the monument will be sold at 7pm.
It is still possible to attend the Vivaldi concert of The Four Seasons and the Concerto for Two Trumpets performed by "The Violins of France"
and "The Trumpets of Versailles".
Information & reservations:
Association Musique et Patrimoine
01 42 50 96 18
Internet site: www.ampconcerts.com
And don't forget, the Tower sparkles every hour on the hour for ten minutes, from sunset to 1am.
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30/11/2004 |
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The highest skating rink in Paris |
Every day from 9:30am to 9pm
At 57 meters above the Champ de Mars garden, on the first floor platform of the monument, a 200m² ice skating rink is open every day from December 10 - January 23, 9:30am to 9pm.
All those visiting the monument have free access to the rink.*
Ice skates are available free of charge in exchange for a passport or other piece of identification. (Please do not bring your own skates.)
A frosty silver and white atmosphere welcomes visitors at the Tower entrances and to each floor of the monument. The ice rink has a special
playful lighting and the Tower itself continues to sparkle each night (10 minutes every hour on the hour, from sunset to 1:10am): a magical
moment is guaranteed!
On the first floor, the Altitude 95 restaurant and shops have also decked their halls in frosty white and silver glitter.
Altitude 95’s bar is transformed into a tea room each afternoon, offering hot spiced wine and an array of Christmas cakes, buffet style.
*The Eiffel Tower is open every day from 9:30am until 23pm in winter(9am until midnight in summer)
2005 Entrance Rates – Elevator to first floor: Adults – 4.10€ / Children
-12 years - 2.30€
Stairs (first and second floors): 3.80€ / -25 years - 3€, open from
9:30am to 6pm.
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28/11/2004 |
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Classical Music Concerts on the Eiffel Tower |
NEW: As of December 31, the Eiffel Tower invites you to enjoy classical music concerts in the Gustave Eiffel Room
Located on the first floor of the monument, music lovers will appreciate the warm atmosphere 57 meters above the city of Paris!
The program for the first weekend will include several favorites:
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Concerto for 2 Trumpets, interpreted by "les Violons de France" & "les Trompettes de Versailles" -
Friday, December 31 at 6:30 pm; Saturday, January 1 at 7 pm.
Liszt and Chopin scores set the piano into action, played by Elio di Tanna -
Saturday – Sunday, January 1-2 at 4 pm.
Opera Arias from Verdi, Bizet and Bellini – in homage to Maria Callas – will be interpreted by Emmanuelle Blasutta (Soprano) & Bénédicte Rostaing (Harp) –
Sunday, January 2 at 7 pm.
Tickets are to be sold at the North pilar counter the day of the concert
Information and reservations
Association Musique et Patrimoine
01 42 50 96 18
Website: www.ampconcerts.com
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16/11/2004 |
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Paris Displays its Logo on the Tower |
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In the running to host the 2012 Olympic Games, Paris is displaying its logo banner on the Eiffel Tower, visible on the monument from the Trocadero.
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18/10/2004 |
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Post Office Services Expand |
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The first-floor post office has just added new services. From henceforth, it is possible to carry out banking transactions for checking or savings accounts, send mandates, send and receive faxes within France, buy or refill phone cards, as well as purchase stamped envelopes in various envelop formats. Furthermore, since the month of October, a financial advisor has been made available.
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14/10/2004 |
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26th edition of the Paris Running Marathon |
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For the annual event ''20 Kilometres de Paris'' the start and end of the race will once again be located on the Quai Branly side of the Tower. In preparation, the event stands were installed on October 13 and are to be dismantled on the 18th. Over 20,000 runners were at the starting gate at 10 am on Sunday 17, heading from the Iena Bridge and finally crossing the end line at Quai Branly.
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14/10/2004 |
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Eiffel Tower Exposed in Shanghai |
From October 13 – 20, 2004 the Eiffel Tower is being honored in Shanghai. This marks the second phase of a cultural exchange agreed upon by Jean-Bernard Bros & Mme Niu Weiping in France, and the President of the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai.
Last January, the Eiffel Tower had presented photos of the city of Shanghai and had organized a week around the Chinese cuisine at the restaurant Altitude 95.
For the week in Shanghai, the SNTE has organized a large format photo exhibition portraying the Eiffel Tower and the city of Paris as seen from the Tower, on display in the welcome hall of the Oriental Pearl, this most famous tower dedicated to telecommunications. Located in the heart of the modern Pudong work district on the shores of Huang Pu, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower features five spheres and is among the tallest buildings in the world at 468 meters (1535 feet).
As a well-frequented tourist spot – around 3 million visitors yearly, mostly Chinese, the Oriental Pearl Tower’s welcome hall is also the entrance to an incredible wax museum telling the history of Shanghai.
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06/10/2004 |
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Centrale School History Exhibition |
October 7 – November 21 - first floor
As a one of the most famous graduates of the Ecole Centrale (of Arts and Manufacturers), Gustave Eiffel’s Tower is an appropriate place to host an exhibition honoring the graduates of this school celebrating its 175th anniversary. The school’s history and contribution to the city are to be featured in some 50 panels located on the first floor platform and passageways.
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15/09/2004 |
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The Tower Welcomes the Chinese |
Since September 1, and following the agreement at the 6th EU China Summit meeting, Europe has opened its doors to visitors from the Republic of China and that includes a hearty welcome from the Eiffel Tower.
The number of Chinese who have the means to travel is estimated at 1%. Taking into account the country contains 1.3 billion inhabitants that mean almost 13 million are ready to travel. In the past, the Chinese represented 450,000 visitors with professional visa status to come to France each year, while some 800,000 are expected to land in Europe in 2005.
The Eiffel Tower, Inauguration Stopover
The Chinese delegation arrived on September 1 and visited the Eiffel Tower the next day.
Furthermore, the Eiffel Tower had a very active voice in the promotion of China in Paris, especially for the Chinese New Year when the Tower adopted the color red for the occasion and also for the occasion of France in Shanghai.
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16/07/2004 |
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The Olympic Flame in Paris: Last Stop Eiffel Tower |
The festive spirit surrounding the Olympic Torch Relay made its way to the Eiffel Tower on June 25. Following a concert and motorcycle parade of the Republican Guard, the torch arrived at the Tower around 8:30 pm for its final stretch of the 50-kilometer course through Paris.
A relay runner ascended with the flame via the South pillar stairs, passing it on to 400-meter hurdle racing champion Stéphane Diagana, who descended the Tower from the first floor sliding down an alpinist rope to the foot of the monument.
The flame was then passed on to fencing sportswoman Laura Flessel who had the honors of finalizing the day’s relay.
Some 10,000 onlookers then gathered at the Champ de Mars, and took seats on the grass to watch that evening’s World Cup match on a giant screen under the glistening Eiffel Tower.
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16/07/2004 |
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Eiffel Tower Poll of Greater Parisian Population |
The TNS Sofres Institute conducted a poll during the month of June, at the request of the SNTE, asking those living in the greater Paris region about the reputation of the Eiffel Tower. The conclusions of this telephone survey given to 1008 persons 15 years or older were intended to be informative of this population’s view of the Tower’s activities and to better know their expectations.
Visits: 85% have visited the Tower at least once.
Image: 85% consider the Tower a very exceptional site.
Most interesting activities: Concerts and shows
And finally they consider the monument a priority spot when visiting Paris.
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16/07/2004 |
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Athletic Photo Exhibit |
In honor of the Olympic Games in Athens, the Champ de Mars – near the Ecole Militaire - is hosting a photo exhibit featuring a number of athletic champions in France. Sponsored by the Mayor of Paris, which presented a similar exhibit last summer at the Hotel de Ville, this expo is the initiative of France’s champion pole-vaulter Jean Galfione and the proceeds will go to the association ''Sports without Borders'' and the financing of a program for young people in Afghanistan. The exhibit, which was first presented on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, will run from July 16 – August 29.
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13/07/2004 |
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Bastille Day |
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A spectacular Bastille Day presentation is in the works for this 2004 edition, organized by the Mayor of Paris. On July 14, the fireworks extravaganza will begin at 10:30 pm; during 40 minutes, a fireworks display – launched not only from the traditional Trocadero site but also from the Tower gardens - will include an accompanying concert at the base of the Eiffel Tower as well as special light projections. And that is why the Eiffel Tower must announce that, exceptionally, it will close at 6pm to make way for the festivities.
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08/06/2004 |
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June 25: the Eiffel Tower is Stopover for Olympic Torch Event |
This coming June 25th, Paris will welcome the Olympic torch along its path to Athens. Forty-four torch-bearers relay one another as they cover some 50 kilometers in and around the Capital. The starting point is the Stade de France at noon, expected to arrive at the Eiffel Tower at 7:45 pm. One of the torch-bearers will climb the stairs to the first floor using the South pillar stairs. An alpinist will carry the torch back down as he maneuvers down a rope from the first floor to the place below where an official cortege waits. A 350-meter descent!
The crowds are expected to gather in the Champ de Mars garden where giant screens will broadcast the Euro 2004 quarter-final soccer match.
At the end of the match, the Eiffel Tower will emit a one-minute firework display, symbolic of the Olympic flame.
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Mountain Bike Record Filmed for France 2 TV Program |
Wednesday, May 26 at 7:15 am, Xavi Casas, Andorran mountain bike champion, set out to climb the West pillar Tower stairs on his bike.
The 25-year old champion, seriously injured two years ago, had twice accomplished the feat, step by step up to the second floor. In order to beat his record, he had to climb more than 1,300 steps. The climb which included a service elevator – without ever touching ground – took him 34 minutes and 31 seconds, one half the time of the challenger who came in ten steps less than the winner. The champion’s new feat was recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records by ex-basketball champion Barry White, who followed the course up on foot behind the cyclist…a feat of its own merit!
The weekly ''Envoyé Spécial'' TV program film team also followed the event, which will broadcast the mountain bike feat in October during a special program devoted to the 50th anniversary of the Guinness Book of World Records.
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20/04/2004 |
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Survey of Eiffel Tower Visitors |
The operating company SNTE has decided to do a survey of visitors to the Eiffel Tower. It is expected to get underway during the month of May and continue until the end of the year. The objectives are two-fold:
- obtain a ''photograph'' of visitor topography (profiles, nationalities, characteristics, last Tower visit.)
- collect appreciation marks and better meet the expectations of visitors to the Tower.
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18/03/2004 |
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North Pillar Elevator Gets New Speed Reducer |
Removing the speed reducer from the elevator was already a feat in its
own right, and now its time to install the new one. Factory approved and
ready for installation, the new reducer weighs in at 30 tons, identical
to the old one. As the new one is on its way to the Tower, the workmen
are already sizing up the situation and calculating the difficulty of
hooking up the valves to the bearings. The task is expected to be
completed by the end of May.
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Reception for Gustave Eiffel Descendants |
In honor of the 80th anniversary marking the death of Gustave Eiffel,
the SNTE invited his descendants to the Eiffel Tower. A party of 20
arrived on Saturday, February 14, welcomed by Jean-Bernard Bros &
Jacques Marvillet.
Following the family portrait in front of the statue of their
illustrious forefather, they all went to lunch at the Altitude 95
restaurant. Some of the family members even went on a stroll at the top
of the Tower.
Gustave Eiffel had five children, four of which had several children of
their own. They have formed an association, Association of Gustave
Eiffel Descendants, presided by Sylvain Yeatman-Eiffel (center of
photo). Sylvain Yeatman-Eiffel is the great, great grandson of Claire
Salles who is one of the more familiar children; she is represented in
the reconstituted office of Gustave Eiffel on the top of the Tower.
Gustave Eiffel died in 1923 at the age of 91. Today his descendants have
reached the sixth generation.
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16/02/2004 |
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Paris is Candidate for the Olympics in 2012 |
More than 30 television stations and another 30 radio and newspaper journalists were all present January 16th in the Gustave Eiffel room of the Tower to hear the Mayor of Paris Bertrand Delanoë elaborate on the details of the city as a host for the Olympics in 2012.
And this he did from financing to infrastructures, logistics and the actual proposed sites, backed by the Sports Minister Jean-François Lamour, national Olympic committee president Henri Sérandour as well as key sportsmen such as David Douillet.
If Paris does indeed host the 2012 Olympics, two main sites for the games will be the Stade de France and Roland Garros. At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, volleyball competitions will be held in the Champ de Mars.
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Oriental Pearl Tower Meets Eiffel Tower, Jan 28 – Feb 1, 2004 |
The Eiffel Tower invites its visitors to discover the Chinese gourmet and cultural delights arrived directly from the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai on Wednesday Jan 28 to Saturday Feb 1, 2004.
This operation is the fruition of an agreement, in the framework of an exchange program put in place between France and China, signed by Paris’deputy mayor and Eiffel Tower president Jean-Bernard Bros and the Oriental Pearl Tower president Ms Niu Weiping in Dec 2003.
A Touch of China on the First Floor
Adopting Chinese New Year décor and colors, the Eiffel Tower first floor is presenting:
* A large photo exposition on the terrace overlooking the Champ de Mars, representing the Oriental Pearl Tower and its state of the art architecture.
* A culinary tasting of Chinese specialties, served at the Altitude 95 restaurant. The menu was especially concocted by three Chinese chefs who came expressly from Shanghai for the occasion.
* Each day at 5pm (17h), a demonstration of the traditional tea ceremony at the Altitude 95 bar performed by two hostesses from the Oriental Pearl Tower.
* And souvenirs to correspond with your “Chinese” visit, at the Pavillion Ferrié boutique.
The Oriental Pearl Tower
* Measuring 468 meters (1535 feet) high, the Oriental Pearl Tower is also a tower accessible to visitors, with three floors made out of pearls. The view over the modern city of Shanghai is unbeatable and it offers a revolving restaurant. The basement level houses a wax museum representing the history of the city.
* This Pearl Tower welcomes three million visitors each year - Chinese for the most part - and like the Eiffel Tower, it is an important telecommunications transmitter.
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The Eiffel Tower Adopts Red for the Chinese New Year Celebration! |
At the bidding of a French/Chinese Commissariat, the Eiffel Tower will be beaming red lights for the first time in its history and will be doing so for the occasion of the Chinese New Year this Saturday, January 24, 2004.
Relying on the spotlights on the outer Tower, the most celebrated monument in Paris will turn on scarlet red lights, symbolizing happiness, joyous festivities and prosperity. Following the Chinese New Year parade on the Champs-Elyséees, the Chinese and French Culture ministers as well as the mayors of Peking and Paris will be present at the “lights on” ceremony at the Tower.
Sponsored by the company Electricite de France, the red lighting will last for five days until the morning of January 29th, visible each day from 5pm to 7:30am.
And so as not to exclude its international admirers, the Eiffel Tower’s Internet site will also turn on the red lighting during the same hours!
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Photo : Christian Bamale
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23/01/2004 |
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Eiffel Tower Exhibit Moves On |
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Following its four-month exhibit on the Eiffel Tower during the summer 2003, the 36 illustrations of the Eiffel Tower by André Juillard are now exposed in the Hotel de Ville gardens in the city of Angouleme.
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy new year 2004.
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The Eiffel Tower Readies for the Holiday Season December 6 – January 4 |
The Eiffel Tower has sprouted Christmas trees for the holiday season, as well as a giant hopscotch on the first floor, and Christmas lighting. Spreading holiday cheer to young and old alike, the Eiffel Tower offers a decorative visit of the monument during this holiday season.
Knowing full well that many world travelers will be spending Christmas in Paris and will include a visit to the Tower, the Eiffel Tower also hopes to incite those living in greater Paris to leisurely look out at the city from the vantage point only the Tower offers.
Tearoom on the First Floor
The bar of the Altitude 95 restaurant has been transformed into a tearoom until January 4. From 3pm to 5:30pm everyday, holiday visitors can take a tea break enjoying the large range of teas and pastries offered.
The Second Floor gets a ''1900 Photo Studio''
A turn of the century photo studio has opened on the second floor of the Tower joining in the festive end of year spirit. Visitors can get souvenir photos of themselves taken in costumes that were worn in the days of Gustave Eiffel. Forty some costumes are to choose from; simply slip them on over your street clothes, compose your group and let the camera (an original from the period transformed to accommodate digital
processing) render your image in a few minutes…and in sepia tones!
And Still Glittering…
For ten minutes on the hour, from dusk until 1 am, the sparkling lights of the Eiffel Tower will join in the festival spirit.
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''1900'' Photo Studio on the Second Floor |
A new photo station is set to open on the Tower’s lower level of the second floor (next to the snack bar) during the month of December. This new attraction for Eiffel Tower visitors will deliver souvenir photos in the spirit of 1900, taken with a camera from the period – a genuine collector’s item.
This ''Globus Ernemann'' studio camera was manufactured in 1900 in Germany. It has been transformed to accommodate digital picture taking at the rate of one photo (21 x 29,7 centimetres or 8 1/4 x 11 ¼ inches) every 90 seconds.
Visitors can compose their own group arrangements and choose from between more than thirty costumes (men, women and children) for this sepia photo souvenir. And to complete the authentic look, the backdrop is the Eiffel Tower metal beams.
The Photo Studio will be open the same hours as the Tower.
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Vintage Post Cards at the Eiffel Tower |
Since September 15, the exhibition ''The Eiffel Tower in 1900'' presenting 30 vintage postcards of the Eiffel Tower a century ago has been reinstalled on the Tower once again.
You can also visit the virtual gallery of this exhibit.
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A Replica of the Tower in Bucharest |
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A copy of the Eiffel Tower measuring 22 meters high will serve as the pole for an enormous 50m" Romanian flag to be hoisted up on the Bucharest Parliament rooftop. The Romanian general secretary justified this action, ''because of the modernism of the monument the most visited in the world.''
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20th Symposium Scientific Images from October 4 – 9, in the Gustave Eiffel Room |
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Incorporating a festival, a space for reflection and debate, a world marketplace of documents and images, and a meeting place for audiovisual co-producers, this week-long event is organized under the umbrella of the CNRS (national centre for scientific research) and is considered one of the most important events of its kind. The Eiffel Tower is host to the International Festival of Scientific Broadcasts and the European Festival of Scientific Fiction.
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23/07/2003 |
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The Fire on the Tower last July 22nd |
The fire that broke out on the Tower top last July 22nd was fortunately a minor incident. A group of lighting cables located just above the 4th floor on the outside of the Tower was at the origin of the fire that projected spectacular black smoke into the sky. The installations
operating at that level received only superficial damage.
The personnel on duty that evening reacted professionally and proceeded to perfectly control the incident. The 3,000 visitors were evacuated from the Tower rapidly and calmly.
Unfortunately the fire received an exaggerated attention from the media, in France as well as elsewhere, proving once again that public affection for the Eiffel Tower is monumental.
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The Tower to Glitter For the First Day of Summer |
Paris Mayor Bertrand Delanoë will be the guest of honor for the ''Celebration of Music'', an annual event held on June 21, the first day of summer. From the Champ de Mars below the Eiffel Tower, the Mayor of Paris and Jean-Bernard Bros (president of the Tower operating company, SNTE) will inaugurate the Tower’s new lighting at 23h30. For the occasion, the Eiffel Tower will sparkle all night long, showing off its new lighting installation.
Get your ring-side seat at the École Militaire end of the Champ de Mars garden.
A Nightly Event: The Glittering Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower will once again sparkle each hour on the hour for ten minutes, from dusk until 2 am (1 am in winter). This new lighting fixture is coupled with the gold-toned lighting system in place since 1986 for maximum effect.
But for the inauguration celebration, the gold lighting will shut down for ten minutes allowing the glowing diamond-sparkles to perform a new magical presentation sure to enthrall the enthusiastic crowds below.
An Installation as ''Grandiose'' as the Monument!
• A lighting system built to last ten years
• 25 mountain climbers needed for the 5-month installation
• 20,000 special light bulbs (5,000 per side) attached one at a time
• 40 kilometers of strings of light and electrical cords
• 40,000 joints and 80,000 various metallic parts weighing 60 tons
• 230 enclosed lighting fixtures and electrical boxes
• 10,000 m2 of safety nets
• 120 kilowatts of power
• Budget total: 4.55 million euros
Starting June 21, the Eiffel Tower Internet home page will also begin to sparkle!
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20/06/2003 |
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New Entrance Tickets |
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Starting June 21 the entrance tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower will also change their face to represent the sparkling Tower, gradually replacing those issued at present.
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20/06/2003 |
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The Tower Dressed in the Colors of the Olympics 2012 |
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Since May 21, date of the conference in which the Mayor of Paris announced the city as candidate for the Olympics in 2012, The Tower has displayed a banner from the first floor facing the Trocadero, representing the Paris’ logo for the games coupled with the slogan ''Des Jeux de toutes les couleurs'' (The Games in all their Colors). Other postulating cities include London, New York, Madrid, Moscow and Leipzig. Sao Paulo and Toronto are expected to also present their projects. The decision will be reached in Singapore on July 6, 2005. If Paris is selected, the grounds at the foot of the Eiffel Tower just might become home to the volley ball competitions!
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23/05/2003 |
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36 Views of the Eiffel Tower |
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A new exhibit on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower from May 21 through mid-September will feature 36 drawings presenting the Tower in its Parisian backdrop. Illustrated by Andre Juillard, the book will be re-published to coincide with the exhibit. Take the virtual gallery visit online.
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23/05/2003 |
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Tour de France Prologue |
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The bicycle race Tour de France will celebrate its centenary in 2003. A special prologue event has been organized for the occasion: a 6-kilometer race against the clock that will have its starting line at the Eiffel Tower, set for Saturday July 4. The Tour de France Village will install tents the night before under the Tower that will stay in place until Saturday 7pm.
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23/05/2003 |
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The Winners of the Tower’s French Contest |
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In its 15th year, the Eiffel Tower awards this prize in an effort to promote the French language in Flemish Belgium. Each year all of the winners are invited to Paris and take a tour of the Eiffel Tower where they receive their awards in a quaint ceremony. The Tower operating company, the SNTE, bestows four special prizes in the form of miniature Eiffel Tower trophies complete with commemorative plaques.
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23/04/2003 |
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A New Diorama for the Tower Top |
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An ''animated'' diorama that depicts a life-size Gustave Eiffel amongst his close collaborators (Emile Nouguier and Maurice Koechlin) on the Tower during its construction was added to the top floor. Images of the structure and mathematical equations are projected onto the décor, symbolizing the inventive masterminds of three engineers.
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23/04/2003 |
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Georges Pompidou Centre Presents Eiffel Tower Exhibit |
From April 9 - September 1, the Children's Gallery at the Pompidou Centre will be inhabited by an exhibition revolving around the Eiffel Tower, ''Une Tour Eiffel haute en couleur''. A number of works from a number of artists (Robert Delaunay, Carlos Cruz-Diez, Kenneth Poulsen, Arman, César, Jean Tinguely…) belonging to the Centre and the SNTE Tower operating company are being presented in an educational yet playful way.
More on french contest at the site Une Tour Eiffel haute en couleur.
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23/04/2003 |
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Eiffel Tower Post Cards from 1900 |
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From April 1 to May 15 on the first floor deck, more than 30 post cards dating back to the turn of the century have been enlarged and put on display along side photos depicting the modern day Tower in the spirit of ''then and now''. An historical journey through time when the women wore long dresses and shaded themselves with parasols, the men were all decked out in hats and the Trocadero below presented a another cityscape.
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23/04/2003 |
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A New Book: ''Gustave Eiffel'' |
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Journalist and writer Eric Deschodt retraces the life of Eiffel in a book recently published by Editions Perrin simply entitled ''Gustave Eiffel''. The author reconstitutes the major milestones of the engineer's life based on numerous passages from Eiffel's personal correspondences.
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10/03/2003 |
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Win tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower with Quiz 2003 |
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Following the success Quiz 2003 is now online proposing a new set of questions about the monument, important events and its history... All the answers are to be found on the site. Answer at least 6 of the 10 questions correctly and be eligible for the random drawing held nightly. Everyday five people will be winners and each winner receives two tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower.
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06/01/2003 |
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6,157,042 visitors to the Eiffel Tower in 2002 |
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The Eiffel Tower received 6,157,042 visitors in 2002, an increase of 0.87% compared with 2001 where attendance figures reached 6,103,991.
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02/12/2002 |
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Opening Hours for December 31 |
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The last visitors will have to leave the Eiffel Tower by 9pm December 31 as the Tower will be closed to the public for New Year's Eve. The ticket booths will close at 7:30pm and the last ticket for the third floor at 7pm.
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02/12/2002 |
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113 Years of Success |
From 1889 to 2002, the Eiffel Tower has welcomed 200 million visitors of all ages and origins from the four corners of the globe, who have come to admire the "Iron Lady" and the city panorama from its 324-meter height. An impressive statistic that confirms the monument's reputation as the most visited site with an entry fee.
Throughout the years, interest in the Tower has only grown stronger as 100 million visitors were accounted for during the past 20 years. Since 1998, the more than 6 million visitors each year represent and average of 8,000 per day during the slow season and 30,000 per day during school and summer vacations.
Despite the slowed tourist flux during the year following the tragedy of September 11, the Tower did not experience a drop in visitors and will once again finish the year with more than 6 million visitors for 2002, with increased statistics for the last months of the year.
As a symbol of Paris and France, the Eiffel Tower's success is undoubtedly linked to its fascinating history, its aesthetics and architectural feat as well as its relationship to industrial development and technological advancements of the 20th century. Whether the Tower reigns over certain events or is the theater for others, it remains one of the world's most visible landmarks.
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02/12/2002 |
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The Glittering Tower Returns |
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We all remember the breathtaking fireworks display the Eiffel Tower donned for the arrival of the new millennium and those stunning glittering lights that lit up every hour for a few minutes as soon as dusk arrived. We then saw the addition of a lighthouse beam circling the city from the Tower top. Although the millennium glittering light installation was a temporary one that shone during 18 months (from January 1, 2000 - July 14, 2001), the new installation to light up as of June 2003 is projected to be in place for 10 years. A new installation of 20,000 lamps will find its home on the Eiffel Tower. As of June, the Tower will display its glittering lights once again!
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02/12/2002 |
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Modernization Projects in the Works |
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A well-frequented monument requires a good maintenance and constant improvements. In the 80s, the big project was to "lighten up" the structure of the Tower. Every seven years marks the beginning of a paint job from head to foot - the Tower is getting its 18th paint job at this time. Keeping a tight watch on the Tower's maintenance is an ongoing task, which costs 17 million euros each year, resulting in a monument in excellent condition. The next projects include the modernization of the elevators, some renovations on the first floor and new sign indicators. But most importantly, the work on the ground level in progress will continue with the aim of better arranging this space to welcome the public.
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15/11/2002 |
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Year 2003 entrance fees |
We would like to inform you that the individual tarifs for 2003 are as follows.
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5.5% VAT included - Free for children under 3.
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12/11/2002 |
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Exposition: ''The Tower as seen by Wojtek Korsak'' |
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The opening of the photo exhibit by Polish photographer Wojtek Korsak installed on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower brought 250 guest to the Gustave Eiffel Room on a raining day in October, but did not seem to hinder the onlookers from taking in the photo views. Mirroring this exhibit is the virtual gallery installed online on the Eiffel Tower site for visitors all over the world to visit.
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12/11/2002 |
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''Sleepless Nights'' at the Tower - A Success Story |
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Organized by the Mayor of Paris, project ''Sleepless Nights'', which featured the Eiffel Tower as one of the venues, turned out to be a popular stop welcoming 18,245 people between 6pm and 7am (with 867 present between 3am and 7am) the night of October 5th. The largely Parisian crowd was composed of families and young people out to discover the monument on a special occasion. Despite long lines, an atmosphere of adventure prevailed, and the hostesses were taken aback by the visitor appreciation expressed on leaving. Many were those who endured the long line to enter ''the bedroom'' of artist Sophie Calle, which was installed on top of the Tower. Once they arrived, each person was given 5 minutes to tell her a bedtime story.
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04/10/2002 |
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19th Edition of ''Image and Science'' |
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From September 29 through October 4, the International Festival of Image and Science is holding its 19 edition, considered one of the most important of its kind focusing on research and media. At once, a festival, a think tank for debates, a world market of documents and images, and a center for the co-production of films, television and other published images, the meetings are organized by CNRS, the national center for research. The Eiffel Tower's Gustave Eiffel Room is the site for the Festival of Scientific Broadcasts, bearing the theme of language.
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04/10/2002 |
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Wojtek Korsak Photo Exhibit on the First Floor |
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Polish photographer Wojtek Korsak discovered Paris in the 80s and fell under the city's charm. Crazy about the Eiffel Tower which he describes as "one of many stars whose mysteries are yet to be discovered," Korsak has been photographing the Tower ever since. A selection of more than 20 photos will get underway mid-October for three months on the first floor platform of the Tower. The opening is set for October 16 at 11 am. Guests, members of the press and the photography world will be received by Jean-Bernard Bros, President of the SNTE, in the Gustave Eiffel Room. The accompanying book by the artist ''Tour et détours'' will be available at the same moment, published by Editions Plastic.
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04/10/2002 |
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The Latest Visitor Count at the Eiffel Tower |
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The statistics for 2002, up to September 23, show a slight decrease, 209,000 less than the same period in 2001. Tourism in general slowed considerably following the 9-11 terrorist attack in New York, and the effect was felt at the Tower during the first months of the year. At the end of July, the number of visitors had dropped by 250,000 (-6.5%) as compared to 2001 statistics. By August, it seemed clear that people were travelling again, and the Tower was not snubbed in the least - 824,717 visitors, a slight increase from August 2001 statistics. The month of September looks equally promising, with an additional 60,000 visitors over the previous year, especially since most monument visitor figures were on the decline.
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01/08/2002 |
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Two New Works: ''Gustave Eiffel'' and ''The Eiffel Tower'' |
Daniel Bermond, journalist and writer, has just published a biography on Gustave Eiffel. Published by the Perrin publishing house, the 500-page book explores the man and his works underlining the audacity and success of Eiffel the engineer, entrepreneur and scholar.
From the Flammarion publishing house and author/historian Marc Gaillard, a new book entirely devoted to the Eiffel Tower: history, architecture, lighting, events…abundantly illustrated with documents (photos, engravings, etc.) and the exquisite photos of Wojtek Korsak. Originally from Poland, Mr. Korsak is a professional art photographer who has been enamored by the Tower for numerous years, predominately capturing images of the monument in B & W.
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01/08/2002 |
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The Magnificent Bastille Day Pyrotechnics |
Celebrating the bicentennial of the birth of Victor Hugo, the Bastille Day fireworks display unfolded across the river from the Tower at the Trocadero on July 14th. As is the annual tradition, the crowds flock to the foot of the Eiffel Tower and the Champ de Mars for the best viewing, and for the first time this year, they were graced with three large balloons in the air that doubled as giant screens for the evening audiovisual presentations.
The well-appreciated pyrotechnics was once again the work of Groupe F, the creators of the unforgettable fireworks display on the eve of the year 2000.
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01/08/2002 |
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New York Fire Department Visits Eiffel Tower |
New York firemen and their families were welcomed to Paris by their colleagues, the Sapeurs Pompiers de Paris, during the week July 8 - 12.
And what's a visit to Paris without a visit to the Eiffel Tower! On the 11th, they climbed “The Iron Lady” from the ground floor to the very top of the monument, taking in the view of the city at every level. Their visit ended in the Gustave Eiffel Room where refreshments were offered as well as the latest edition of the Eiffel Tower News…in English of course!
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03/06/2002 |
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Eiffel Tower Science Fiction Prize |
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For the sixth year in a row, the Eiffel Tower Science Fiction Prize is about to be bestowed. Publishers, writers and journalists will unite for the event set for June 14 in the North Pillar conference room on the lower level. This year's prize goes to writer David Gemmel from England for his book entitled ''Legends'' published by Bragelonne. Available in bookshops by the end of June, the book will be recognizable by its red ribbon stamped ''Eiffel Tower Science Fiction Prize''.
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03/06/2002 |
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A New Country Flies its Flag |
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On May 19th, East Timor became the 192nd independent nation on the planet, recognized by the UN. The country's leader, Xanana Gusmao, was a hero in the resistance for freedom from Indonesia. The East Timor flag is black, red and gold stamped with a white star and is soon to be added to the Tower's flag displays.
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03/06/2002 |
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Internet on the Eiffel Tower |
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Four computers have been installed on the first floor of the Tower and another three on the second floor. They are available to visitors for surfing the Internet and consulting the Eiffel Tower web site.
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03/06/2002 |
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Progress Report on Tower's Coat of Paint |
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The painting of the Tower from the ground up to the first floor was completed 15 days ahead of schedule, allowing the painters to get a head start on phase two. They have begun working on second floor areas not visible to the public as well as at the top of the tower. After the summer break, the painting will start up again mid-September working from the top down until completed in March 2003.
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03/05/2002 |
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French Contest Winners at the Tower May 3 |
As is the tradition for the past 15 years, the French Contest orgainzed in non-French speaking Belgium, with the aim of supporting the French language, finalizes with the winners visiting the Eiffel Tower. These young visitors will take a tour of the Tower from top to bottom and receive their prizes in a special ceremony. Backed by the Tower operating company SNTE, the contest winners will be bestowed four special prizes in the form of miniature Eiffel Towers with a commemorative inscription.
More on french contest at the site Le Tour du Français.
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03/05/2002 |
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Eiffel Tower Tickets |
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After detection of abnormalities in the handling of Tower ticket issuing, 14 cashiers were dismissed as well as the heads of the welcome and computer services. A group complaint was filed on February 28th and the case is now in the hands of the courts.
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24/04/2002 |
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A New Mountain Bike Record.Going Up |
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Cycling champion Hugues Richard, already a familiar face at the Eiffel Tower, beat his own ascension record on a mountain bike on April 18th. He climbed the east pillar stairs from the ground floor to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower in 19 minutes and 4 seconds. His previous record established in 1998 was 36 minutes and 26 seconds. Hugues Richard has accumulated five world records in cycling and is noted in the Guiness Book of World Records.
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10/04/2002 |
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New Book on the Eiffel Tower |
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From Belin publishing company, a new collection entitled "Les Destinées du patrimoine" (The Fate of National Heritage) tells the tales of the many monuments representing the French heritage. The second volume of the collection is "The Eiffel Tower, 100 Years of Solitude" (160 pages,22.78€), written by the highly enthusiastic Frédéric Seitz. Beyond the technological era which the author relates with formidable knowledge, the author places the Tower in the city as well as in the imaginary world it engenders, mixed with accounts drawn from archive documents. A fascinating chapter is devoted to elaborating on the Tower's lighting.
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10/04/2002 |
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NY Fire Department Scouts Applauded on the Tower |
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On March 26, early afternoon, three NY firemen were visiting the Eiffel Tower in preparation for the July visit to the Tower by the orphans and close family members of those lost in the terrorist attacks September 11. They visited the Tower from top to bottom inspecting the machinery behind the scenes along the way. Recognized by the visitors that day, the three firemen were applauded on a number of occasions during their tour of the Tower.
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26/02/2002 |
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The Jules Verne Restaurant Closed for Renovation |
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From March 18th through April 20th, the prestigious restaurant will be closed for renovation. During the month of repairs, the kitchen gets an overhaul so as to conform with today's norms; new furniture designed by Lou and Slavik is under construction, complete with a new system of payment incorporated; improved chair comfort and new leather upholstery for the booths, chairs and bar stools; as well as a new coat of black paint.
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21/12/2001 |
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New Year's Eve at the Eiffel Tower |
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The Tower will close its doors at 9pm on December 31 and the restaurant Altitude 95 will not be open for a New Year's evening dinner. However, the Jules Verne restaurant will remain open as usual, relying as always on its private elevator. Sorry, the evening has been totally booked for months in advance.
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21/12/2001 |
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Seeing Eye Dogs Honored |
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A special operation will pay tribute to seeing eye dogs, to take place symbolically on the day of the winter solstice, December 22 at 5:30pm at the Champ de Mars. 250 blind persons and their dogs will form a special configuration with their torches that will be visible from the Eiffel Tower.
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21/12/2001 |
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The Eiffel Tower on TV for Christmas |
''Rendezvous with the Eiffel Tower'' is a 52-minute documentary directed by Carole Morgane, which will be shown on French television (channel 5) on December 25 at 3pm.
The film recorded the photographer's 1999 project : a photo a day of a personality placing the countdown display on the Tower in the backdrop. The book has been a big success in book stores.
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21/12/2001 |
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Operation ''Euros are Easy at the Eiffel Tower'' |
As of January 1, entrance to the Eiffel Tower will be paid exclusively in euros. For those who need to exchange money, a Thomas Cook Travelex is located at the west pillar of the Tower.
Additionally, to make this passage from francs to euros a smooth one, the Tower operating company SNTE has invited specially trained agents to be present on the ground level from January 1 – 6 at the north, south and east pillar entrances in order to assist visitors. They will be handing out conversion charts in the image of the Eiffel Tower for easy calculations, with the entrance fees at a glance on the back. These agents will be recognizable by their white parkas stamped with ''A la Tour Eiffel, l'euro c'est facile'' (Euros are Easy at the Eiffel Tower).
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03/12/2001 |
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French TDF experiments with digital broadcasting from the Eiffel Tower |
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At the bid of CSA (national audiovisual office), TDF began experiments with digital transmissions on channel 35 from the Eiffel Tower. The intent is to present to all those in the sector an evaluation of this nouvelle technology. Evaluation tools include a vehicle placed in service equipped to record this technology. TDF has been doing similar experiments in Brittany for the past three years.
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03/12/2001 |
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New Bicycle Ascension Record! |
The Basque Federation of Cycling organized a new attempt at the record for cycling up the Tower from the ground to the second floor. On November 13, Aitor Sarasua Zumeta, vice-champion of Spain's Velotrial and ranked 5th in the Junior Championships, smashed the previous record. He went up the east pillar steps in 13 minutes and 58 seconds on a bicycle without a seat, while the cameras rolled. Congratulations to the new champion!
In 1998, the previous winner, Hugues Richard, did the same ascension, but clocked in at 36 minutes and 26 seconds. He will make a comeback and challenge the new winner, set for next May.
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27/11/2001 |
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The Tower's 18th Coat of Paint Gets Underway |
The Tower will receive the first strokes of its 18th coat of paint at the press conference scheduled for November 27 in the Gustave Eiffel Room.
The journalists present will have the pleasure of performing the first strokes from a platform on the first floor at the east pillar in a symbolic launching.
Both French and foreign press members are expected to participate. At the close of the conference, the journalists will be able to observe three painters hanging from the beams demonstrating the cleaning, sanding and painting techniques applied to the Eiffel Tower.
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27/11/2001 |
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Year 2002 entrance fees...in euros |
As of January 1, the European countries will change in their country’s currency for the new European currency, the euro. The city of Paris has decided to not take advantage of this moment to increase rates, but to simply demand the equivalent fees in euros.
| | 1st floor | 2nd floor | Top | | Lift | | | | | Adults | 3,70 € | 6,90 € | 9,90 € | | Children (under 12) | 2,10 € | 3,80 € | 5,30 € | | | | | | | Stairs | Access 3,00 € | |
To simplify the task, the Tower's operating company, SNTE, has decided that as of January 1 all payments will be accepted exclusively in euros, even though officially there is to be a period of transition until February 17 during which time francs are still accepted. Visitors arriving at the Tower will be able to exchange currencies on site at the ground floor change office or at the West Pillar (which will soon be closed for renovations), set up so as to accommodate such exchange needs. Services offered by Thomas Cook.
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08/10/2001 |
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A New Look for the Tower's Arches |
The refurbishing of the Tower's four decorative arches began in 1998. First one was to the west, followed by the southern arch in 1999, now to be followed by the northern arch.
And let us not forget that each scaffolding built for this purpose is in itself an enormous undertaking: 45 meters high, 300 tons, 30,000 spare parts, 60 kilometers of piping...
The rennovations are expected to begin on October 29 and continue through to March 10, 2002. It will then be the turn of the last of the four arches to get its maintenance, from February through June 2002.
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08/10/2001 |
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Republican Guards vs. the Parisian Firemen |
A bit of physical activity for the national security guards - the Republican Guards - and the Parisian firemen is to get underway at the Eiffel Tower onOctober 11th between 10am and 12pm.
Each ''team'' composed of around ten men will be ascending the Tower up to the summit, where they will be placing their respective flags, and then back down again. One hitch to this flag posting...they must go up and down via the stairs!
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05/10/2001 |
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Win tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower with Quiz 2001 |
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Following the success of Quiz 2000, Quiz 2001 is now online proposing a new set of questions about the monument, important events and its history... All the answers are to be found on the site. Answer at least 6 of the 10 questions correctly and be eligible for the random drawing held nightly. Everyday five people will be winners and each winner receives two tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower.
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11/07/2001 |
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And the Sparkling Lights Went Out |
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The glittering Eiffel Tower has been illuminating Paris' nights for the past 18 months. This magnificent lighting was installed to honor the celebration of the year 2000, and was never intended to be a permanent fixture. Since the Tower's glittering light system was designed to last only one year and has well exceeded that, order has been given to end the light show, which glitters for 10 minutes on the hour every hour, as of July 13th. All is not long lost though, as the Paris Council ordered a study with the aim of re-instating the Tower's lighting gear, which could be as soon as the beginning of the year 2003 after the Tower gets a new painting overhaul. All is not long lost though, as the Paris Council ordered a study with the aim of re-instating the Tower's lighting gear, which could be as soon as the beginning of the year 2003 after the Tower gets a new painting overhaul.
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11/07/2001 |
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Fireworks Display and Eiffel Tower Sparkle for Bastille Day |
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The Tower will switch on its glittering lights for a non-stop performance from 21:30 to 22:30. The fireworks display that will follow is to be shot off from the Trocadero, while the Tower will be completely switched off during the 35-minutes show. Then it will glow once again, showing off all its shades of gold mixed with sparkles and the lighthouse beams until 2:10 in the morning. The golden glare and the lighthouse beams will gradually fade out, when at 5:00 am only the sparkling lights remain.
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11/07/2001 |
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A new president for the SNTE |
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DDuring the last board of directors meeting, a new president was elected to head the Eiffel Tower concession. Jean-Bernard Bros, Paris Assistant Deputy in charge of Tourism as well as Deputy President of the Paris Tourism and Congress Office, assumed his new duties on June 27th.
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18/06/2001 |
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Hot Off the Press |
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The latest works published that feature the Eiffel Tower are ''The Eiffel Tower: 100 Years of Solicitude'' and a guide to the Eiffel Tower as part of the collection ''Itineraries.'' From Editions Belin, 100 Years of Solicitude focuses on the monument's historical scope and its integration into the Parisian cityscape. The Itineraries guide to the Tower is one of the latest paperback editions from Editions du Patrimoine that give prominence to the major tourist sites in France.
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18/06/2001 |
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Madama Tussaud Specialists Give New Life to Gustave |
Every two or three years, the figures represented in Gustave Eiffel's office need a little refurbishing. And to that end, specialists arrived from the reputed Madame Tussaud's wax museum in London. The heads and arms of the three models were dismantled and carried to a work space imperatively lit by natural daylight only, a journey that brought out the chuckles in many a visitor at the sight of the technicians walking around the Tower heading to the North Pillar with a head or arm under wing.
The heads got shampooed, the faces and hands repainted and two days later Gustave Eiffel and his daughter Claire as well as their distinguished guest, Thomas Edison, were good as new and back in their places on top of the Tower.
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30/05/2001 |
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A New Souvenir Boutique on the Upper Second Floor |
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Installed in what used to be occupied by the photographer, a new franchise souvenir stand was opened by la Société commerciale de Souvenirs et de Cadeaux. Using arcs and rivets in a green harmony, the shop decorations blend in nicely and soon all the Tower boutiques will be identified with new signs: ''Les boutiques de la Tour.'' Furthermore, this shifting of shops opened up the West side of the upper second floor considerably rendering the space much more enjoyable.
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18/05/2001 |
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Winners of the Tour Eiffel French Contest |
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For 14 years now, the Eiffel Tower has hosted the winners of a French contest held each year in non-French speaking Belgium. A special gathering was held on May 4 and the winners received their prizes, including the 4 minature Eiffel Towers with commemorative engravings bestowed by the SNTE.
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11/05/2001 |
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''Today Show '' Live from the Eiffel Tower |
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Matt Lauer was causing quite a stir among the American tourists at the Tower on May 9th. A friendly face to NBC morning viewers, Matt Lauer presented a two-hour special program live from a set installed at the foot of the East Pillar. Among the program highlights, a fly-cam attached to a minature helicopter fixed on the roof of the Altitude 95 restaurant broadcast some pretty amazing images of the monument. The program also included a 6-minute presentation of the Tower and its machinery, and Bertrand Lemoine was one of the special guests - historian specialized in the Eiffel Tower.
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09/05/2001 |
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The Original Blueprints of Gustave Eiffel |
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Joining those already online, six new reproductions in high resolution have been added to the site. All of these original designs were published in 1900 in Gustave Eiffel's book ''The 300 Meter Tower.'' You have the possibility to zoom in on each design to explore the smaller details.
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30/04/2001 |
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3D interactive visit ! |
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Cult 3D is the brand new technology that allows you to zoom in and out of the Tower's structure in 3D real time. You can rotate the angle of view so as to look over the monument from every possible vantage point and then change floors with a simple click. Certain zones on the screen are directly linked to pertinent articles creating an added informative element to this interactive experience.
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30/04/2001 |
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The sparkling lights on video |
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The Tower's sparkling lights, which light up every evening on the hour for ten minutes, have won the hearts of many around the world. Now available to Internet visitors, a 54-second video presenting the sparkling light display.
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30/04/2001 |
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Win tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower with Quiz 2001 |
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Following the success of Quiz 2000, Quiz 2001 is now online proposing a new set of questions about the monument, important events and its history... All the answers are to be found on the site. Answer at least 6 of the 10 questions correctly and be eligible for the random drawing held nightly. Everyday five people will be winners and each winner receives two tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower.
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24/04/2001 |
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On the International News Scene |
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At home and abroad, the Eiffel Tower was recently the subject of several programs. On Australia's television Channel 9, the Tower was the center of a tourist segment, while Japan's NHK presented the historical and architectural aspects. A presenter from Germany's ARD recently produced a cultural program from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. And in Paris, the Aligre radio station dedicated a regular program to the history of the monument and a tourist discovery tour, interspersed with songs making reference to the Eiffel Tower.
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23/04/2001 |
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The Tower as a Symbol ! |
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The Eiffel Tower was quite visible in a number of ad campaigns recently, from sport clothing to antiques, but by far the most spectacular was the official poster celebrating the 16th edition of the Paris Film Festival. Featuring a photo of the city with the Tower in its night lighting, these posters were strewn up and down the Champs Elysees as well as in the metros. And the Festival winners walked away with Eiffel Tower trophies! Speaking of cinema, the illustration for the latest Rugrats movie included the Parisian symbol of course.
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18/04/2001 |
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International Olympic Committee makes stop at Eiffel Tower |
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The 18-member committee in Paris to evaluate the city's 2008 Olympic Games proposal spent their last evening at the Eiffel Tower. Claude Bebear, president of the Paris committee presenting the project, pointed out from the top of the Tower the 28 future Olympic sites, all lit up for the occasion. The committee then proceeded to the Jules Verne restaurant for dinner. The Eiffel Tower already served as the backdrop for the family photo uniting more than 200 French Olympic medal winners last April, used by the press in promoting Paris for the 2008 Olympics.
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05/04/2001 |
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April Fools |
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The Eiffel Tower was not spared the yearly spoofs of April fool's day. It was the radio station NRJ in Paris that announced at 8:30 am on April 1st that the Cultural Minister was transferring the top floor of the Eiffel Tower to Tokyo as one of the attractions for World Cup 2002!
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27/03/2001 |
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The Eiffel Tower's Theatre |
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Among the ''Parisian Theatres of Yesteryears'' - latest book by historian Philippe Cheveau - is the 280-seat theatre that opened in June 1892 on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower between the North and West Pillars. It was the 19th century playwright Alphonse Franck who inaugurated the auditorium with the variety show ''Paris up in the Air.'' Until the beginning of the war in 1914, many other shows of all types brought the space to life all year long, every evening - comedy, drama, vaudeville, mime, operettas, ballet and variety shows - all making some sort of reference to the Tower in their titles (prerequisite to playing there). This theatre of yesteryears is today a restaurant.
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19/01/2001 |
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The Eiffel Tower Gets Taller... Up to 324 meters |
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The recent work on TDF's antennas produced an increase to the height of the monument, from precisely 318.7 to 324 meters (1,063 feet), picking up 5 1/2 meters as a result. When constructed in 1889, the Eiffel Tower was only 312 meters high and the tallest structure in the world. Then in 1929, the Chrysler Building in New York City topped the Tower. Then in 1929, the Chrylser Building in New York City topped the Tower measuring in at 319 meters. In 1957, a broadcast antenna was added bringing the Tower to 320 meters, its stable height up to the new millenium.
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10/01/2001 |
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The Tower in Blue Reaches its End |
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After several days in its glittering saphire attire welcoming in the third millenium, the Eiffel Tower will once again adorn its 20,000 diamonds. As of Tuesday, January 9th, the climbers began removing the blue filters that were placed on each of the lights for the occasion. The ''beacon of Paris'' should be sparkling again this weekend as usual, from sunset to 1 am every hour on the hour.
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08/01/2001 |
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From the Eiffel Tower to the Moon |
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A total lunar eclipse will be visible in Paris on January 9, 2001 between 19:30 and 22:00. For the occasion, two French Astronomy organizations are inviting eclipse admirers to join them on the second floor of the Tower where telescopes will be installed and questions answered. In April 1996, a similar operation took place at the Tower in honor of the eclipse that was visible all over Europe. An eclipse happens when the sun, earth and the moon are perfectly aligned, whereby the earth cast its shadow on the moon.
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02/01/2001 |
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy new year 2001.
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18/12/2000 |
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The Eiffel Tower Prepares for New Year's Eve |
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The Eiffel Tower will salute the third millennium in sparkling blue at the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve and will continue to flash its colors all night long. The following night, the Tower will once again begin its rhythm of sparkling lights every hour on the hour for ten minutes, but in its new color. This blue tint is obtained by placing filters on each one of the existing 20,000 lights bulbs. In order to prepare this blue salute, the sparkling lights will not sparkle during four nights, December 27 - 30. Elsewhere, a study is being conducted to evaluate the feasibility of turning this millennium lighting into a permanent Tower feature, as the system in place was designed to be a temporary installation.
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18/12/2000 |
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New Year's Eve Dining on the Tower |
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For several months now, the Jules Verne restaurant has been totally booked for the evening of December 31, 2000 with Italians and Americans dominating the foreigners, who constitute half of the reservations. A special gourmet menu is in order and the dessert is to be a winter fruit chutney and avocado sorbet, using a recipe from the new book by Alain Reix entitled "New Recipes from the Jules Verne Restaurant on the Eiffel Tower", a cook book containing 45 recipes with mouth-watering photo illustration. Altitude 95 will also packed serving a festive menu complete with as much champagne as one can drink. The other Tower restaurants have been decorated in the season colors of red and gold, while the snacks bars were individually decorated by their operating staff.
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18/10/2000 |
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A webcam at the Eiffel Tower |
In a partnership with Paris' City Hall and Mission 2000, France Telecom is installing 20 webcams in Paris, one in each district (arrondissement). The images filmed by these webcams will be broadcast over the Internet. One webcam is to be placed on the Tower, on the roof of the restaurant Altitude 95 with the intention of capturing views of the Trocadero 24 hours a day. In the same way, another webcam will be directed at the Eiffel Tower from its placement at the Museum of Modern Art. The website (www.webcams-paris.com ) will thus be the window through which the French capital can be appreciated from afar, from 20 different angles.
www.webcams-paris.com
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28/09/2000 |
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The Exhibit 'La Tour Eiffel en fête' is to Return |
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At the end of the year 2000 in a festive atmosphere, as it began, the exhibition 'La Tour Eiffel en fête' is again to be presented in the room Ferrié until January 16, 2001. It will display all the important festive moments, which punctuated the life of the monument, from its inauguration up to the year 2000 spectacular light show. From the Bengal Fire of Red in 1889, the splendid displays during each World Fair such as in 1937 when a gigantic dome was installed under the platform of the first floor, the huge Christmas tree in 1978 to the golden night lighting created by Pierre Bideau in 1985 or the centennial celebration of the Tower, these moments and many others are evoked through engravings, photos, illuminated displays and videos. And the piece de resistance, the show of light and fireworks which made the planet dream last December 31st, projected on a vertical screen, bringing alive once again that magical countdown to midnight.
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04/09/2000 |
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France wins two medals for the Eiffel Tower event during the Firefighters Olympics |
The final Firefighters Olympics event took place at the Eiffel Tower without causing any disturbance to the Tower's services.
An australian won the gold medal in the mens' Toughest Firefighter Alive event, the silver going to a Frenchman, member of a Parisian fire brigade. The womens' gold medal went to a Frenchwoman.
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23/08/2000 |
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Jean-Paul Gaultier's Eiffel Tower dresses |
In his July haute couture collection, the notorious French designer Jean-Paul Gaultier put Paris on stage. Among the magnificent dresses presented on the podium were a few inspired by the Eiffel Tower, the only capital's monument to be represented in such a way. One of them called 'Inspiration' was particularly noticed as it wonderfully recreated the Tower's current sparkling lights, a design by French architect Pierre Bideau .
The runway show was aired on different TV channels. The press unanimously praised the originality and elegance of the 'Gaultier' Eiffel Towers.
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17/07/2000 |
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The Tour de France starts in front of the Tower |
The last stage (21st) of the Tour de France will start in front of the Eiffel Tower on Sunday, July 23.
10 000 people are expected to gather at 8:30 a.m. to cycle the 18 miles racetrack that the official racers will use in the afternoon.
The Eiffel Tower will keep its normal opening hours.
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11/07/2000 |
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Siudmak's Fantasy World at the Eiffel Tower |
The Eiffel Tower is proud to exhibit the incredible paintings of famous Polish painter Siudmak. His vivid and imaginative painting borders on the science-fiction theme, a theme dear to the Eiffel Tower who has created a literary science-fiction prize.
The exhibit on display in the Ferrié pavilion on the first floor is Siudmak's second major art retrospective. The first took place at the Paris' Museum of Modern Art ten years ago.
The artist projects his work in the third millenium offering the visitor a chance to reflect on the human being and the universe. He offers a futuristic vision painted as real as possible. Siudmak has perfectly mastered the hyperrealism technique. The visitors at the Eiffel Tower can thus admire his dream-like world.
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11/07/2000 |
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Fireworks display across the Eiffel Tower on July 14 |
In honor of Bastille Day on July 14, the City of Paris will organise a fireworks display shot from the Trocadero across the river from the Eiffel Tower. The display wil start at 10:30p.m.
For this reason, some areas under the Tower and surrounding gardens have been closed to the public. The Tower will nevertheless keep its normal opening hours until 6:30p.m. after which only the second floor will be open to the public through the elevators located in the western pillar. The stairs will be closed.
The restaurants Altitude 95 and Jules Verne will be serving a special dinner for reservations only.
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22/06/2000 |
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Resnik winner of the Science Fiction Prize. |
Mike RESNIK the American author of 'La Belle Ténébreuse' has just won the Science Fiction literary Prize awarded each year by the Eiffel Tower.
The Prize of the Eiffel Tower, the symbol of futurism, honours today visionary authors.
100 000 francs are attributed alternately to a French language writer and a foreign language writer. The winner is chosen among the writers who've been published in France at least two years before the attribution of the prize.
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05/06/2000 |
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Closing of the Eiffel Tower on June 10 |
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French rock star Johnny Halliday will be giving a free concert on the Champ-de-Mars (behind the Tower) at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. Because of the preparations of the concert, the Eiffel Tower will be closed all day.
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02/06/2000 |
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A partnership between the SNTE and the RATP |
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Travellers on Paris' bus lines 42, 75 and the Roissy Airport bus will now be able to pick up brochures right on the bus. Already available at numerous historical sites in the city, these brochures provide the visitor with practical and cultural information concerning the Eiffel Tower. They will also be available at the airports' RATP (Paris' subway authority) desks.
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30/05/2000 |
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A new child's book on the Eiffel Tower |
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As part of the new collection 'Metamorphosis Tales,' the French editor Actes Sud Junior has published 'Birth of the Eiffel Tower.' It tells the humorous and magical story of a baby giraffe who is transformed into the Eiffel Tower. A complete technical section about the monument's construction can be found at the back of the book, complemented with delightful illustrations (about eight dollars, 59francs).
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26/05/2000 |
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Extension of the sparkling lights timetable |
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The summer opening hours will start on June 10 and end on August 31. Visitors will be able to visit the Tower every day from 9 a.m. to midnight should they go up with the elevators or with the stairs. Starting June 21, the Eiffel Tower's lighting will be prolonged an hour until 2 a.m. The sparkling lights will follow this new schedule, thus finishing at 2:10 a.m. A new text about the sparkling lights' schedule will also be added to the visitor's welcome message located above the entrances of each pillar.
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15/05/2000 |
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Postcards of the fireworks display are now available |
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Four images selected from those taken by Philippe Jacob on New Year's Eve for the Eiffel Tower have now been edited as postcards. These much-awaited postcards can be found in any good souvenirs shop should it be in France, Europe, Japan and, of course, at the Eiffel Tower.
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20/04/2000 |
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Open-air Ozawa concert behind the Eiffel Tower |
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On May 5, 2000 at 9 :30pm, an exceptional concert of Seiji Ozawa playing Beethoven’s ninth symphony is being offered to the public. He will conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Paris Orchestra in the Champ de Mars gardens with the illuminated Eiffel Tower in the background to add to the night’s magic. The concert is organized as part of the Year 2000 festivities.
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28/03/2000 |
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The Peace Wall behind the Eiffel Tower |
The monumental sculpture 'Peace Wall', designed by Clara Halter and architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, has been placed for three months behind the Eiffel Tower at the Champ de Mars.
The transparent Wall is made of two glass panels on which the word 'peace' are engraved in thirty-two languages and thirteen alphabets, of a huge esplanade made of exotic wood, and of inox pillars spelling out infinitely the same word.
Loosely inspired by the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem, each visitor has the possibility to leave a message in the wall cracks built in intentionally.
After the Champ de Mars site, the Wall may be installed definitively behind the UNESCO headquarters in Paris.
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28/03/2000 |
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A helping guide to be distributed to visitors |
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As of March 24 by popular demand, visitors to the Tower are now receiving a leaflet with their tickets that will guide them through their visit. This small document - published in French and English - highlights the events/exhibits in action at the Tower as well as provides practical information: restaurants, buffets, shops, change ….
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28/03/2000 |
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'Eiffel Tower, a motionless journey ' out for sale |
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Photographer Jean-Paul Lubliner has just published his photographs of the Eiffel Tower countdown display taken daily during the year 1999. The artwork that gathers all these images under the title 'Tour Eiffel, un voyage immobile' is published by Les Editions du Collectionneur. Jean-Paul Lubliner conveys to us a very personal and completely unusual vision of the monument. Through his work, one has the impression that the Eiffel Tower is the center of the world, the center of life …
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15/02/2000 |
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Introducing Carole Morgane's book |
We previously mentioned this young photo-journalist who photographed a different personality staged in front of the Tower every day of the year 1999.
The intense year of labor resulted in a book, published by Editions du Cherche-Midi.
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08/02/2000 |
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An award for the Eiffel Tower's quality welcome |
The Eiffel Tower received an award for its quality welcome from the foreign readers of the Where's Paris magazine, distributed in the capital's luxury hotels.
The prize was given to the Eiffel Tower by the Regional Committee for Tourism in Ile-de-France and received by the SNTE President Jacqueline Nebout on January 26, 2000.
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20/01/2000 |
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Timetable for the new Tower lighting |
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The beautiful sparkling lights visible on the Eiffel Tower during New Year's Eve will appear every night at nightfall when the Tower lights up every hour on the hour for ten minutes except at one o'clock in the morning when they will appear for ten minutes while the habitual Tower lights will be turned off.
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04/01/2000 |
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Watch the video of the Eiffel Tower's fireworks |
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The best moments of the video of the New Year's Eve fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower is now available!
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04/01/2000 |
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1.2 million people gathered in Paris for the New Year's festivities |
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1.2 million people gathered in Paris to watch the New Year's fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower and the big wheels show on the Champs-Elysées.
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03/01/2000 |
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Record number of visitors at the Eiffel Tower |
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The Eiffel Tower surpassed its previous year's record when 6.368.534 visitors visited the Eiffel Tower in 1999, representing a 5.24% increase from last year's record.
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02/01/2000 |
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Happy New Year ! |
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All the Eiffel Tower web team wish you a happy new year 2000.
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31/12/1999 |
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The top of the Eiffel Tower in the clouds this morning. |
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The top of the Eiffel Tower in the clouds this morning. Meteo France predicts a cloudy evening with a bit of rain.
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30/12/1999 |
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214 km/h wind gusts at the top of the Eiffel Tower. |
Up to 214 km/h wind gusts were recorded at the top of the Eiffel Tower during the December 26, 1999 violent storm that swept through Paris.
The Tower oscillated 9 cm (3.3 inches).
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30/12/1999 |
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The Eiffel Tower's vicinity closed to the public. |
For security reasons, three quarters of the Champ de Mars, the Trocadéro gardens, the Iena bridge and the Quai Branly will be closed to the public.
Two screens showing the countdown will available at the Ecole militaire.
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27/12/1999 |
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Closing down of the Eiffel Tower for the Year 2000 Starting Signal |
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The Eiffel Tower gives the Year 2000 Starting Signal. The Tower strikes the last moments of the year and adorns itself in a new sparkling finery. The Eiffel tower will be closed on Dec 30, 31 and till 06:00 p.m on Jan 1st.
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27/12/1999 |
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New ! The surprise greetings postcards |
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27/12/1999 |
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Last days for the Quiz 2000 ! |
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Win tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower with the Quiz 2000.
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