French Culture Minister proposes €5 entrance fee for Notre-Dame, aiming to raise €75M annually for religious heritage preservation.

French Culture Minister Rachida Dati has proposed a €5 entrance fee for tourists visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral upon its December reopening, aiming to raise €75 million annually for preserving France's religious heritage. This fee would apply to cultural visitors, excluding those attending religious services. Dati also suggested higher fees for non-EU tourists at various attractions to support national heritage renovations, addressing the urgent need for funds to restore aging structures.

October 24, 2024
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