What happens at 11pm at the Eiffel Tower?

The Eiffel Tower at Night

When evening falls over Paris, the famous Iron Lady transforms as thousands of golden lights spring to life, accompanied by its iconic rotating lighthouse beacon that sweeps across the night sky. For decades, this sparkling display lasted deep into the night, enchanting visitors gathered along the Champ de Mars and the banks of the Seine.

However, times have changed to prioritize energy conservation. Under an energy sobriety plan implemented by the City of Paris, the iconic monument now goes completely dark earlier than it used to. While the sparkling illumination used to shine until 1:00 a.m., the schedule has shifted significantly.

The Final Glow at 11:45 PM

All the lights on the Eiffel Tower now turn off completely at 11:45 p.m. right after the final glittering performance of the day. Because of this schedule, the absolute last flicker and the final magical moments of the daily light show take place promptly at 11:00 p.m., marking the beginning of the landmark's quiet hours until sunrise.