Reopening of the Notre-Dame: A Feast of Hope and Culture!

Reopening of the Notre-Dame: A Feast of Hope and Culture!

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, 75004 Paris, Frankreich - On December 7, 2024, the renowned Parisian Cathedral of Notre-Dame will be reopened after five years of restoration. During a festive ceremony with at least 35 heads of state and government, including the Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer, a message from Pope Francis is read out. The moving event begins at 7:00 p.m. and invites 3,000 guests to the forecourt of the cathedral. After a moving film, President Emmanuel Macron will speak in honor of the firefighters, followed by an opening of the goals by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, who is the first to enter the restored cathedral, as the Volksblatt reported.

a monument of history

Notre-Dame, which has been a key figure in Parisian architecture since the 13th century, was affected by a devastating fire that destroyed the roof and the famous jetty. Fortunately, despite the destruction, the main building was saved, and the restoration was able to take place in record time by generous donations of 846 million euros. The cathedral now shines in new splendor, the interior is equipped with fresh colors and restored works of art. As expected, the cathedral will again be a magnet for tourists, with up to 40,000 visitors daily, such as the lonely planet

With a new reservation system, visitors are to make access easier and the queues are shortened. Masses are held daily at certain times, whereby participation is open to everyone who not only wants to visit the cathedral, but also want to experience spiritually. In addition, admission to the most important parts of the cathedral, including the main ship and the choir, is still free of charge, while access to the treasury requires a small contribution of 10 euros. The opening of this historical site is an important event that attracts far -reaching attention and celebrates the cultural heritage of Paris.