The Louvre remains shut on Monday, October 19, 2026. In Paris, in the 1st arrondissement, students blocked access to the museum in solidarity with the high school protests and to denounce what they describe as “police repression.” The institution could not open at 9 a.m.
According to the administration, cited by AFP, about 50 students from the École du Louvre are taking part in the blockade. The CFDT also notes the involvement of Beaux-Arts students. The CGT backs the action without taking part in it.
The demonstrators are calling for better conditions in education, work and daily life. According to the administration, they are leveraging the museum’s visibility to broadcast their grievances. The high‑school protests kicked off in mid‑September, ahead of the national day of protest against the cost of living on 17 October, which was marked by violence in several cities.
As Franceinfo notes, this blockage comes one year after the October 19, 2025 burglary. Since then, staff strikes over working conditions and pay have disrupted visits. The notice filed in December 2025 remains in effect, pending a final agreement with the Ministry of Culture.
Is it possible to visit the Louvre today? As we checked, the official site shows a closure tied to a student protest movement. The CGT says it will remain closed at least until noon, with no guarantee of reopening by then. Before you head out, check the alert posted on the Louvre Museum's website.
For those planning to shift their visit during the All Saints’ Day holidays, one more rule to bear in mind: reservations are mandatory from October 17 to November 1, 2026, except for categories exempt by the museum. Choosing a different day also depends on slot availability.
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