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Iconic Louvre Closed by Protesters' Barricade
19 Oct
Summary
- Louvre Museum closed due to student strikes and barricaded entrances.
- Nationwide protests over living costs and police actions disrupt Paris.
- Eiffel Tower and Versailles also faced closures due to strikes and power outages.
The Louvre Museum, a global landmark, has closed its doors in response to ongoing student strikes and protests gripping Paris. Protesters from the École du Louvre blockaded the museum's main entrances, including the famous glass pyramid, preventing public access.
This action follows a weekend of widespread unrest across France, marked by significant damage to businesses and nearly 2,400 arrests nationwide. The demonstrations are fueled by concerns over the increasing cost of living and recent police conduct.
The disruptions extend to other key Parisian sites. The Eiffel Tower faced operational halts due to a staff strike protesting limitations on female employees. Additionally, the Palace of Versailles experienced temporary closures because of a local power outage.
This situation echoes past operational challenges at French cultural institutions. In September 2025, the Musee d'Orsay and Arc de Triomphe were temporarily shut due to strikes over proposed government spending cuts.
