130 years

On May 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2019, the Eiffel Tower celebrated its 130th birthday with an exceptional light show. (Re)discover it through this video.

The 1889 World Exhibition is at the origin of the Eiffel Tower. Open to the public on May 15, 1889, the Tower, as the Fair’s main attraction, stunned the world with its dimensions and bold construction. By Bertrand Lemoine.

Gustave Eiffel had the very rare privilege of enjoying worldwide fame thanks to the Tower that bears his name. But who was he really? By Bertrand Lemoine.

To know everything about the only material that makes up the Tower: puddle iron. By Bertrand Lemoine.

Visit with 1,300 Parisian children, Jeanne Added in concert, special light show, etc. To celebrate the 130th anniversary of its opening to the public, the Eiffel Tower has put together a memorable program.

Discover how the 984-ft (300m) tall Tower project was really born and who, behind Gustave Eiffel, were the inventors of the Tower. By Bertrand Lemoine.

For the Eiffel Tower’s 130th birthday there will be an adventure game and music. The birthday weekend of March 30 and 31, 2019 will be festive!

In 2019, the Eiffel Tower celebrates its 130th birthday! Indeed, 1889 was the year of the Eiffel Tower was “born”. Here’s a look back at the major milestones of that year.