Arc de Triomphe Conservation: Methods and Timeline

An accessible summary of how the Arc is maintained and restored, from surface care to structural monitoring.

1/29/2026

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Conservation balances stability and appearance — ethics guide minimum intervention.

🛠️ Methods

Surface cleaning: Remove deposits; avoid over‑whitening.
Joint repair: Repointing stops water ingress.
Monitoring: Sensors track settlement and cracking.

📅 Preventive Rhythm

Interval	Task
Quarterly	Visual inspection
Annual	Cleaning trials; mapping
5‑year	Structural survey; instrumentation review

Restoration scaffold

About the Author

Conservator

As a Paris lover and travel writer, I created this guide to help visitors connect with the Arc’s stories — from triumphal ambition to quiet remembrance.

Arc de Triomphe Conservation: Methods and Timeline

🛠️ Methods

📅 Preventive Rhythm

About the Author

Conservator

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