Can I take pictures of the Eiffel Tower at night?

Photographing the Eiffel Tower at night is not illegal at all. Any individual can take photos and share them on social networks.

Why is the Eiffel Tower illegal at night?

The ban comes down to French copyright law, which gives the original creator of an object exclusive rights to its sale and distribution. Eiffel, who held the copyright for the tower, died in 1923, meaning it ran out 70 years later, in 1993.

Why can’t you take photos of the Eiffel Tower at night?

Unbeknownst to the average tourist or ‘Gram-obsessed social media star, it’s actually illegal to photograph at night because it’s an artistic creation still under copyright. According to European Copyright Law, such monuments are protected for the lifespan of the work’s legal creator—plus 70 years.

Can you video the Eiffel Tower at night?

It turns out the tower’s nighttime light show was added in 1985 and is therefore still protected under France’s copyright law as an artistic work. Thus, it’s illegal to share, sell, or publish photos and videos of the night-lit Eiffel Tower without prior permission from the Société d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel.

What time do the fireworks start at the Eiffel Tower?

Starting time of the 14 July 2019 fireworks display: from 11pm , for a duration of 30 minutes (subject to conditions) Bastille Day Eiffel Tower fireworks Tour Eiffel restaurants at night The Eiffel Tower’s two restaurants provide an incredible view over the illuminations of the tower structure at night.

When are the lights put on the Eiffel Tower?

The special lighting of the Eiffel Tower is always an exceptional event beloved of Parisians and visitors to the City of Lights. May 15th, 16th, and 17th, 2019 were no exception to the rule.

Does the Eiffel Tower ever close?

No , the Eiffel Tower is open on Tuesdays, just as it is every other day of the week. The Eiffel Tower is open all year. You can find our opening times here. The Eiffel Tower may be closed for all or part of a day in exceptional circumstances.

Is the Eiffel Tower Open Christmas Day?

In December, the Eiffel Tower is generally open from 9:30am to 11:45pm (last entry at 11pm, for the top at 10:30pm). Around the Christmas days , the Tower extends slightly its opening hours and the access to stairs will also be open every evening for the more courageous.