PARIS (FRANCE) – France’s iconic Eiffel Tower on Thursday was opened to visitors after the COVID-19 outbreak forced the landmark into its longest period out of action since World War Two.
Authorities have implemented strict hygiene and safety measures for the re-opening.
Visitors can access the 324 meters high (1,062 feet) tower only via staircases until early July, with elevators off-limits for the time being because of safety reasons.
In addition, visitors are not allowed to go any higher than the second floor of the tower, and those over the age of 11 are required to wear a face covering.
Managers say they hope to get operations fully back to normal later in the summer.
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