Partial solar eclipse visible over Eiffel Tower in Paris

Earlier today a partial solar eclipse swept across the sky above Paris, briefly dimming the view of the city’s iconic Eiffel Tower. The celestial event, visible from the French capital for roughly two hours, reached a maximum coverage of about 70 percent of the Sun’s disc as observed from the tower’s vicinity, creating a striking contrast of light and shadow that was captured by numerous on‑lookers and media outlets.

Astronomers noted that the eclipse was part of a larger series of partial eclipses affecting Europe this year, and local authorities reminded residents and tourists to use proper eye protection when observing the phenomenon. Public spaces around the Eiffel Tower saw a modest increase in foot traffic as visitors gathered to watch the brief darkening, while traffic and transport services reported no significant disruptions. The event concluded without incident, leaving the skyline to return to normal daylight conditions.