The top of the Eiffel Tower was closed on 1 July 2025 because of an extreme heatwave in Europe.
Key Facts
- Date: 1 July 2025
- Closed: the summit only
- Open: first and second floors
- Summit ticket holders offered refunds
- France issued red heat alerts
Correction
Only the top of the tower closed. The lower floors stayed open.
The Heat
Temperatures in parts of France were forecast to reach 40 to 41°C, Reuters and Bloomberg reported.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was the Eiffel Tower closed?
Only the summit was closed.
Why?
For visitor and staff safety in extreme heat.
How hot was it?
Up to 40–41°C was forecast in parts of France.
Conclusion
Europe faced a dangerous early-summer heatwave.
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