The Eiffel Tower, one of the world's most famous tourist attractions, was closed today due to a strike by its staff. The strike, which was called in protest against the financial management of this monument of the French capital, may be extended.
The tower's management company, SETE, said on its website that "visits to the memorial will stop today" and advised those with tickets to check notices on its website before going there or postponing their visit. theirs. E-ticket holders were asked to check their email for more information.
Today's strike at the Eiffel Tower is the second to take place in two months for the same reason. Unions have criticized SETE for its business model, which they say is based on overestimating the number of future visitors while underestimating operating costs.