Thrilling Eiffel Tower suspension bridge returns for another year

Thrillseekers can see the Eiffel Tower from a new perspective this spring by walking across a suspension bridge between the landmark’s pillars.

Back for another year, the “Vertigo Tower” event opened on 17 March, allowing visitors to walk on an aerial crossing from the tower’s east and west pillars.

The net walkway bridge is 40 metres long and dangles nearly 60 metres above the ground, making it the highest urban suspension bridge in France during its temporary installation.

Secured by a network of cables and made up of over 25,000 mesh panels, the bridge allows visitors to walk in the Eiffel Tower’s void while offering views across Paris and upwards within the tower.

The bridge crossing is free upon registration for all visitors, running until 3 May. The activity is open to people aged three and over, although children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

However, due to the configuration of the bridge and it being only reachable by stairs, the attraction is not accessible to those in wheelchairs, using canes or crutches.

Registration for the bridge can be done on the day by scanning a QR code to book a slot within the next 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes.

After crossing the bridge, a temporary terrace filled with flowers awaits on the other side, providing visitors with a place to relax, grab a drink and a snack.

The Eiffel Tower first erected the bridge for visitors last year, with nearly 24,000 people crossing the walkway.

The landmark has previously hosted other hair-raising experiences, such as an 800m zipline from the tower over Champ de Mars to the École Militaire.

An ice rink and mini golf course have also occupied the tower’s first floor.

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