Louvre Museum in Paris temporarily shuts down: Causes, consequences, and affect on tourism

In an unprecedented event, the Louvre Museum in Paris unexpectedly closed on June 16, 2025, due to a staff strike. Employees protested against worsening conditions, understaffing, and overwhelming overtourism. The iconic museum, designed for 4 million annual visitors, now hosts over 8 million, straining infrastructure.

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