Esplanade des Ouvriers-de-la-Tour-Eiffel, Public esplanade at Champ de Mars, France
Esplanade des Ouvriers-de-la-Tour-Eiffel is an open plaza situated beneath the Eiffel Tower in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. This pedestrian space offers views of the iconic structure and serves as a gathering point near the Champ de Mars area.
The site was named in 2021 to honor the roughly 250 workers who assembled the Eiffel Tower from January 1887 through March 1889. This naming commemorates their role in one of history's most remarkable construction projects.
The square honors the workers who built the Eiffel Tower, telling their story through a commemorative plaque at ground level. Visitors can connect with the craftsmanship and effort that went into creating one of Paris's most recognizable landmarks.
The esplanade is easily reached by RER line C at Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel station, with several nearby bus stops providing additional access. The open layout makes it accessible throughout the day and offers space for exploration and rest.
The workers who built the tower labored without safety equipment at extreme heights and organized strikes to demand better wages. These early labor actions led to wage increases from Gustave Eiffel himself, marking an important moment in worker advocacy.
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