Several historic establishments kept their doors closed on Thursday due to the mobilization of their employees against the reform.
The Eiffel Tower and the Palace of Versailles, among other tourist sites in Paris and its region, were again closed to the public on Thursday on the occasion of the ninth day of national action against pension reform. The Arc de Triomphe has also closed its doors. “Due to a national social movement, the estate and the Palace of Versailles are closed this Thursday, March 23, 2023”, also indicated the site of the castle. The night at the Musée d’Orsay was also “cancelled”with a programmed closing “at 18 o’clock”. The Louvre Museum was open until 6 p.m.
“Due to the national strike movement, the Eiffel Tower is currently closedcould we read on the website of the Parisian monument. Access to the forecourt remains open and free. Visitors with e-tickets for today (Thursday) are invited to check their mailbox.»