The Eiffel Tower welcomes visitors again after an 8-month closure

The Eiffel Tower received visitors again Friday after an eight-month closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the longest closure in its history since World War II.

After reaching the zero on the countdown clock at the foot of the tower, cheers erupted and visitors queued up and applauded, a brass band played and people began to enter.

“We are very lucky to be here,” said Patrick Perutka, an 18-year-old Croat, according to “Reuters”.

And due to the ongoing fears of the Corona virus, the use of masks is still mandatory for anyone over the age of 11, with the implementation of the elevator loading system at half the number allowed in normal times.

From July 21, visitors will have to show a “health card” from the French government proving either they have been vaccinated or have recently undergone a test confirming they are not infected.