Press Releases
Anouk Garnier breaks the world record for rope climbing under the Eiffel Tower
It’s 9:10 am and French athlete Anouk Garnier, ambassador of the Paris 2024 volunteer program, has just broken the world rope climbing record by reaching the top of a 361-foot rope.
And not just anywhere! The two-time winner of the World Obstacle Course Racing Championship (OC...
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Exhibition of the 130th anniversary of the Eiffel tower: save the date!
The 130th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower continues to set the tempo throughout the year! A highlight for autumn will be a free and immersive exhibition for visitors from the end of September to the end of November 2019. The saga of its construction will be revisit... -
To mark the 130 th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower, the Éditions de La Martinière will publish a beautiful book on the monument
To mark the 130 th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower, a resolutely modern and widely illustrated book compares images of the past and present to celebrate the technical feats and international influence of the famous French monument. A retrospective exhibition, organ... -
On May 15, 2019, the Eiffel Tower celebrates its anniversary with young Parisians
Only a few days following its inauguration at the Exposition Universelle, the Eiffel Tower opened to the public for the very first time on May 15, 1889. To celebrate this anniversary and thus mark the 2nd important event of this 130th anniversary year, the Eiffel T... -
March 30th-31st, 2019: Festive weekend at the Eiffel tower to commemorate its 130th anniversary
The Eiffel tower was inaugurated on March 31, 1889 ahead of the World Expo. During this event, Parisians and visitors will discover this architectural masterpiece which, over the years, has become the symbol of Paris. To celebrate the Tower’s 130th anniversary, an ... -
The new food services offer of the Eiffel Tower : a symbol of excellence in the french cuisine
Since October 1st, 2018, the Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE) has entrusted the concession of the Eiffel Tower's dining areas to Umanis, led by Sodexo Sports et Loisirs, in partnership with three shareholders: Michelin-starred chefs Frédéric Anton an... -
Eiffel tower winter terrace: Winter sports backdrop (virtual) on first floor
From December 22, 2018 to January 27, 2019, the first floor terrace of the Eiffel tower will be submerged into an atmosphere inspired by winter sports, where virtual reality holds pride of place. Thrills guaranteed! -
DJ set at the Eiffel tower: Cercle invites Nina Kraviz
Nina Kraviz will play a unique DJ set on Monday 15th of October, 6.00pm CEST on the first floor of the Eiffel tower. An event co-produced with the “Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel” (SETE) and broadcasted live by Cercle. -
Nuit Blanche 2018: The Eiffel Tower hosts ZEVS’ work of art entitled Eiffel Phoenix
For Nuit Blanche 2018 to be held on the night of Saturday 6 to Sunday 7 October, the Eiffel Tower will be playing host to French artist ZEVS. After showcasing Sophie Calle in 2012 and Cleon Peterson in 2016, the monument will this time star in a work of art called ... -
The Eiffel Tower’s food and drink service concession: The contract has been signed and now it’s time for work to start in the Jules Verne Restaurant
As previously announced by SETE (the Eiffel Tower Operating Company), the operating contract for the Eiffel Tower’s food and drink concession was signed on 24 August between SETE and the Umanis Company composed of Sodexo, in partnership with the duo of Michelin-sta... -
Light show and tea ceremonies: the Eiffel Tower honours Japan
The “Japonismes 2018 : les âmes en resonance” cultural season paying tribute to Japan is in full swing around France, and the Eiffel Tower will play host to one of the programme’s highlights on 13 and 14 September. Masters of the tea ceremony will be visiting the m... -
Lights, camera, action! Roll out the red carpet for Hollywood vibes at the Eiffel Tower’s summer terrace.
From 20 July to 23 September 2018, the Eiffel Tower’s first floor terrace is paying homage to the silver screen. -
The new-look Eiffel Tower
Since November 2017, some big changes have been made to the Iron Lady, both in terms of its facilities and the visitor experience. The beautiful new appearance, worthy of the symbol the Tower represents, meets two objectives: showcase the monument and bring its tou... -
A unique auction at the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is delighted to host a unique auction : the skeleton of a new type of carnivorous dinosaur ! Organised by Aguttes auction house, the prestigious sale will take place on Monday 4th June 2018 at 6pm in the Gustave Eiffel Room, on the first floor of t... -
Special effects: Filming at the Tower!
Come and discover the world of special effetcs and be an actor on a green screen! From April 17 to July 1, 2018, the event “Special effects: filming at the Tower! ” takes up residence on the first platform of the Eiffel Tower. The first highlight of a year devoted ... -
Valentine's Day gift : The Eiffel Tower's diamond lights
Own of the Eiffel Tower's diamond lights : the rarest gesmtone you can give as a gift this Valentine's Day. Every night, for the first five minutes of every hour, 20,000 bulbs make Eiffel Tower sparkle in the Parisian sky. Having reached the end of their useful l... -
An unforgettable Valentine's Day 2018 at the Eiffel Tower
From 3pm to 11.45pm on February 14th, the Eiffel Tower is celebrating that most romantic of days with a special event: An Unforgettable Valentine’s Day 2018. Social media photo comps, competitions, and special offers... There’s plenty going on to delight your soul ... -
Eiffel Tower 2017 Report : Visitor numbers up 4.6%
In 2017, the Eiffel Tower welcomed 6,207,303 visitors, up 4.6% on 2016 (5,934,000). There have been numerous highlights throughout the year, including the new 15-year public service delegation contract awarded to SETE (Eiffel Tower Operating Company), and the Tower... -
Experience the magic of winter on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower
This year, the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower will feature a designer take on the fairy tale feel, with a special interior decor from 15 December 2017 to 18 February 2018. The enchanted terrace will evoke a sense of wonder, playing with the reflections from the mirr... -
300 million visitors to the Eiffel Tower since 1889
To celebrate welcoming 300 million visitors since opening to the public in 1889, the Eiffel Tower is putting on an exceptional entertainment programme on Thursday 28th September. The perfect occasion to give thanks to those who have paid the Tower a visit over the ... -
A summer terrace in the colours of Paris 2024 on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower
From 17th June to 17th September On the theme of the candidature of Paris for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2024, it will receive you 57 metres high for a moment of sharing and relaxation. -
Wrestling, a sport to discover on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower
In the context of the World Wrestling Championships which will take place in Paris in August 2017, the Eiffel Tower is once again getting involved in sport and challenge! For 4 days (from 25th to 28th May) it will host, 57 m up, the French Wrestling Federation (FFL...
