Overview

• Public visits begin Saturday with a 45-minute circuit that climbs 424 steps to terraces at about 69 meters for a 360-degree view of Paris.
• Access is tightly managed at 19 visitors per slot with an annual cap of roughly 400,000 and a €16 ticket purchased online.
• Restoration included replacing charred beams, removing and inspecting all eight bells, and hydraulically lifting the 150-ton belfry for checks.
• A new oak double‑revolution staircase designed by chief architect Philippe Villeneuve showcases artisanal craftsmanship alongside the rebuilt medieval framework using more than 1,200 oaks.
• Demand is high, with Heritage Days tickets selling out in 24 minutes, while officials say about €140 million of work remains over the next two to three years with a fresh fundraising push.