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15/10/2009 |
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LIGHT SHOW TO CELEBRATE THE 120 YEARS OF THE EIFFEL TOWER |
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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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