Eiffel Tower workers strike over sidelining of women
By The BriefBrief
Workers at the Eiffel Tower went on strike and forced the landmark to close on Monday. They protested what they described as the “sidelining” and “replacement” of female employees during a recent visit by a Hindu delegation, after the operator said the group requested limited “interactions with women”.
WHO:Eiffel Tower workers; Eiffel Tower operator
WHAT:Workers went on strike, forcing the Eiffel Tower to close, protesting the sidelining and replacement of female employees during a Hindu delegation visit.
WHEN:Sep 7, 2026
WHERE:Paris, France
WHY:The strike was triggered by protests over the “sidelining” and “replacement” of female employees during a recent Hindu delegation visit, after the operator said the visit was arranged to limit “interactions with women”.
