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The Pont Neuf Cavern, a monumental installation by French street artist JR, transforms the 17th-century bridge into an artificial cavern rising 59 feet above the Seine and is free to enter through June 28.

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Who
JR, Léa Martin, Sarah Bouasse, Michel Dupré, Thomas Bangalter, Nadia Benali, Christo and Jeanne-Claude
What
The Pont Neuf Cavern, a monumental installation by French street artist JR, transforms the 17th-century bridge into an artificial cavern rising 59 feet above the Seine and is free to enter through June 28.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:00:20 GMT · 3h 25m ago
Where
Paris, France ·
Why
The installation aims to make people experience the familiar crossing through their senses, paying tribute to Christo and Jeanne-Claude's previous work on the bridge.
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The temporary art installation in Paris offers a unique sensory experience to visitors, impacting their perception of a historic landmark and encouraging them to engage with their surroundings differently. It also highlights the intersection of art, technology, and urban space in a major global city.

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