Nine months after the burglary that shook the Louvre Museum, the Apollon Gallery is finally welcoming visitors again. This jewel of Parisian heritage, renowned for its Baroque décor, its painted ceilings, and the former Crown Jewels it housed, reopens its doors from July 22, 2026. An opportunity to (re)discover one of the most prestigious rooms in the Louvre Palace.
On October 19, 2025, the Apollon Gallery was the scene of a burglary that has made headlines. In just a few minutes, several suspects managed to enter the room using a work lift installed for renovation before targeting two high-security display cases.
Eight major pieces from the Crown Jewels had been stolen, including the diadem of Empress Eugénie and jewelry once owned by Marie-Amélie and Marie-Louise. The incident provoked widespread emotion in France and abroad, reviving debates over the protection of national collections.
The reopening comes with one major change: the vitrines have vanished entirely. The jewelry that hadn’t been stolen has been moved to a secure location, and no precious objects will be displayed in the gallery from now on. Visitors will see the space in its original role as a ceremonial gallery, exclusively highlighting its architecture, its monumental paintings, and its exceptional décor.
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Dates and Opening Time
On July 22, 2026
Location
Louvre Museum
musée du louvre
75001 Paris 1
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Access
Metro Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre
