Notre Dame Cathedral to reopen this weekend after major restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral will reopen this weekend after a major restoration following the 2019 fire. The ceremonies will include an archbishop's ritual to open the doors and the first Mass, highlighting the cathedral's recovery and resilience. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich will lead the reopening, starting with a ceremonial knock on the doors made from wood salvaged from the fire. The cathedral's famous organ will also be reawakened, with organists improvising music in response to the archbishop's prompts. The restoration has drawn significant global support, raising over 846 million euros. The reopening will welcome a diverse group of guests, including both wealthy donors and those in need, reflecting the cathedral's universal significance.