From Ashes to Glory: The Revival of Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral

Tonight marks a truly historic moment for France—the reopening of its most iconic cathedral, and one of the world’s most renowned landmarks, Notre-Dame de Paris.

Five years, seven months, and three weeks have passed since the cathedral was devastated by fire, sparking a global effort to restore it. At the time, when the French President set the ambitious goal of reopening it in five years, many believed it to be an impossible task.

But thanks to nearly 900 million euros in donations from around the world, the leadership of a skilled architect, and the tireless work of a dedicated team of artisans, Notre-Dame is reborn. As the cathedral reopens its doors tonight, we’ll take you through every moment—covering the celebrations, both republican and religious, the arrival of world leaders, and providing insight into the events as they unfold.

This is an event that has captured the world’s attention, a moment of triumph for those fortunate enough to be here—because who can say they were part of the remarkable “Bounceback of Notre-Dame”?