Gustave Eiffel is, of course, inseparable from his most famous creation—the Eiffel Tower, designed between 1887 and 1889 and now a global symbol of the French capital. But did you know that Paris is home to many other structures designed by Eiffel and his workshops?
Here’s a five-stop tour of some of his lesser-known Parisian masterpieces.
The Suspension Bridge at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
In the 19th arrondissement, the charming Parc des Buttes-Chaumont hides one of Gustave Eiffel’s Parisian works: the suspension bridge that crosses the lake to reach the Belvédère Island, crowned by the famous Temple de la Sibylle.
Built in 1867, the bridge stands 8 meters above the lake and stretches nearly 65 meters long. Made of metal and wood, it leads to one of the park’s most romantic and scenic viewpoints. Closed for almost twenty years, the bridge was reconstructed in 1974, staying remarkably true to Eiffel’s original plans.
Le Shack
Near the Opéra Garnier, Le Shack now occupies the former Calmann-Lévy publishing house printing building, designed by Gustave Eiffel in 1872.
Today, this beautifully restored structure has been transformed into a vibrant hybrid space—part coworking hub, part restaurant, cocktail bar, and wellness area—covering 1,500 square meters. Visitors can still admire its original features: an 11-meter-high glass roof, iron framework, and wooden libraries with their ladders, all testaments to Eiffel’s architectural brilliance.
The Former Crédit Lyonnais Headquarters
In the 2nd arrondissement stands another of Eiffel’s Parisian constructions: the former headquarters of Crédit Lyonnais. Its architecture was inspired by the Pavilion de l’Horloge at the Louvre, and Eiffel’s workshops designed the metal framework, the 21-meter-high glass canopy, and the clock hall’s structure.
A true feat of 19th-century engineering—majestic and monumental.
The Palais Galliera
Eiffel’s company also designed the metal structure of the Palais Galliera in 1884, along with the staircase railings, glass bays, and garden gates.
Now home to the City of Paris Fashion Museum, this elegant Beaux-Arts building hosts acclaimed temporary exhibitions celebrating haute couture and design.
Le Paradis Latin
Among Gustave Eiffel’s most beautiful Parisian creations is Le Paradis Latin, the oldest cabaret in the French capital. Rebuilt by Eiffel’s workshops in preparation for the 1889 World’s Fair, the same year as the Tower, the cabaret is a true architectural gem.
Its historic hall, with cathedral-like proportions, is crowned by a magnificent iron and glass dome, blending elegance and grandeur. Today, Le Paradis Latin continues to dazzle audiences with L’Oiseau Paradis—a poetic, humorous, and spectacular revue choreographed by Kamel Ouali.
A visionary engineer and prolific builder, Gustave Eiffel left his mark on more than 500 structures across the world—and many of his finest creations still grace Paris today.
From the tranquil walkways of Buttes-Chaumont to the elegant halls of the Palais Galliera—and the magical stage of Le Paradis Latin—you can still admire the genius of this extraordinary craftsman of iron and imagination.
Le Paradis Latin
28 rue du Cardinal Lemoine
75005 Paris
