Notre Dame Cathedral Reopens After Extensive Five-Year Restoration

The iconic Paris landmark welcomes visitors again, showcasing a brighter interior and restored historical features following the 2019 fire.

Notre Dame Cathedral has reopened to the public after a €700 million restoration effort spanning five years, following the devastating fire in April 2019.
Key features include a lighter, brighter interior, with 29 restored chapels, cleaned stonework, and a sophisticated new lighting system designed to enhance the cathedral's natural light.
The rebuilt spire and intricate 13th-century oak roof framework have been restored to their original designs, while modern fire safety systems have been installed to prevent future disasters.
President Emmanuel Macron attended the reopening ceremony, celebrating the project's completion within his ambitious five-year timeline, despite initial skepticism.
The reopening weekend features religious ceremonies, concerts, and international dignitaries, including U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.