CNN —France’s iconic Eiffel Tower is increasing its ticket prices by 20%, CNN’s affiliate BFMTV has reported, to help cover the costs of renovation work and financial losses during the coronavirus pandemic.
An adult ticket including an elevator ride to the summit of the Parisian landmark will cost €35.30 ($38.31) from June 17 onwards, rising from €29.40 ($31.91), BFMTV reported.
In both years, operating costs were around triple that of the the landmark’s overall turnover, SETE said.
Renovation work is also behind the cost increase, including “lead prevention measures” related to the painting of the tower, BFMTV reported.
The painting work is expected to last until 2027 while work is also planned on the elevators, which will lead to occasional closures.
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