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flag France reopens Notre-Dame’s north and south towers to the public on September 20, 2025, after a major restoration.

flag France has reopened the north and south towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris to the public, marking a major milestone in the cathedral's reconstruction after the 2019 fire. flag President Emmanuel Macron attended the September 19, 2025, ceremony, with the public gaining access the following day. flag The restoration, costing around €700 million and funded by donations, involved 1,200 oak trees and 1,000 workers. flag Visitors can now climb 424 stairs for panoramic views of Paris, with tickets priced at €16 and limited to 19 people at a time. flag While the towers are open, the eastern apse remains under renovation. flag The cathedral, a Gothic landmark that once drew over 13 million tourists annually, was officially reopened to the public in December 2024.

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