The reopening of Notre-Dame's towers is highly anticipated, reflecting the cultural significance of the cathedral in Paris.
The restoration efforts highlight the balance between preserving historical architecture and enhancing visitor experience.
The reopening of the towers in summer 2025 is likely to attract significant tourist interest, potentially increasing overall visitor numbers to Notre-Dame.
The introduction of new visitor features may enhance the educational aspect of the visit, appealing to a broader audience.
Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened to the public after five years of restoration work, but the north and south towers remain closed until summer 2025. The towers, managed by the Centre des Monuments Nationaux (CMN), previously attracted over 400,000 visitors annually before the 2019 fire, with an entrance fee of 11 euros. Cécile Rives, the administrator for the towers, stated that while they are eager to reopen, significant work remains, including the roofing of the spire and the completion of the belfry. New features will include a renovated visitor route, a new staircase to access the monumental bells, and enhanced views of the cathedral's framework, dubbed the 'forest.' The entrance fee is expected to be slightly adjusted, but visitor capacity will remain limited due to space constraints.
