Paris Unveils Green Transformation Plan for Notre-Dame Surroundings

The ambitious project aims to enhance visitor experience and address climate challenges, starting in 2025.

The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is set to reopen on December 8, 2024, following extensive renovations after the 2019 fire.
A major redevelopment of the cathedral's surroundings will begin in 2025, expected to last until 2028, with a budget of 50 million euros.
The redesign includes planting 160 new trees and creating green spaces to improve climate resilience and visitor comfort.
An underground parking area will be converted into a visitor center featuring amenities such as a café and bookshop.
The project, led by Belgian landscape architect Bas Smets, has received widespread support and aims to integrate the site into a modern, sustainable urban environment.