Did Napoleon ever see the Arc de Triomphe?

Although Napoleon didn't get see his completed triumphal arch, he did pass through it. When his body was returned to France in 1840 (he died on the island of Saint Helena in 1821), it was brought to les Invalides and passed under the Arc de Triomphe on the way there.



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“All these buildings are controversial – the Reichstag was, the Arc de Triomphe was very controversial while it was being built,” Cullen says: Christo “might have had some hidden political ideas but we can't ask him about it because he's no longer with us; besides, he would deny it anyway.”

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The crossroad of 12 Parisian avenues and desired by Napoleon to celebrate French victories, the Arc de Triomphe has been the rendez-vous of all the tourists since its inauguration in 1836. Located on the far West of the Champs Elysées, it rules over the most beautiful avenue of the world.

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It is known for its theatres, cafés, and luxury shops, as the finish of the Tour de France cycling race, as well as for its annual Bastille Day military parade. The name is French for the Elysian Fields, the place for dead heroes in Greek mythology.

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Services and conditions of visit An elevator is available only to those who need it, without the need to reserve in advance.

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There is an underground tunnel on the Avenue de la Grande Armee side of the circle. You can access this tunnel from the Wagram exit of the Metro. From April 1 to September 30: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. From October 1 to March 31: 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

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Safest Places in Paris Champs-Élysées: This famous avenue, known for its luxury shopping and Arc de Triomphe, is well-patrolled and generally safe.

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