The Roue de Paris is a famous, 60-meter-tall transportable Ferris wheel located in Paris, France. It gives riders a beautiful 360-degree view of the city’s rooftops and its most famous landmarks.
Key Features
- Location: It stands in the beautiful Jardin des Tuileries (Tuileries Gardens), right next to the Place de la Concorde.
- Height: The wheel rises 60 meters (nearly 200 feet) into the sky.
- The View: From the top, you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Champs-Élysées.
- Mobility: It is the largest mobile Ferris wheel in the world, meaning it can be taken down, moved, and put back together in just a few days.
History and Experience
- Origins: The current version of the wheel was originally built to celebrate the year 2000 millennium celebrations in Paris.
- Design: It features 48 fully enclosed, white gondolas that protect riders from the weather while keeping them safe.
- Best Time to Ride: Many people love to ride it at night when the city lights up and the Eiffel Tower sparkles.
