Eiffel Tower to close early due to heat wave
PARIS, France—The French capital’s Eiffel Tower, one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world, was set to close early on Tuesday because of a severe heat wave, its operator said.
A deadly heat wave has battered France since last week, disrupting daily life as well as forcing school closures and train cancellations.
“Due to the high temperatures forecast, the Eiffel Tower will be adjusting its operations,” said the operator of the monument made of latticed steel girders.
“The Eiffel Tower will exceptionally close at 4:00 pm.”
It is “very likely” that the monument will close again early on Wednesday, the operator said.
Visitors will be refunded for their tickets.
During the high season, starting in mid-June, the Eiffel Tower is open from 9:00 am to 12:45 am.
Seven million tourists pay to see the 324-meter (1,063-foot) tower each year.
Unveiled in 1889 for the World Fair in Paris by engineer Gustave Eiffel, the “Iron Lady” has since become the French capital’s symbol. /apl
