The Notre Dame Cathedral officially reopened on Saturday during a special ceremony, nearly five years after the devastating fire of 2019.

The historic monument, which underwent extensive renovations, including a new roof and spire, is set to hold its first public service on Sunday.

The reopening ceremony celebrated the efforts of firefighters, builders, and artists who played a crucial role in restoring the iconic landmark.

The event was attended by several world leaders, including U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, Prince William, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and European Parliament President Roberta Metsola, among others.

The reconstruction of Notre Dame Cathedral, which cost approximately €700 million, was funded through donations. While the five-year restoration deadline was met, some work remains unfinished, including part of the lead roofing base.

Additionally, the statues of apostles and saints, removed before the fire for restoration, will not be reinstalled until next year.

The first mass will take place on Sunday morning, with hundreds of bishops and priests from Paris and across France expected to attend.

Paris Archbishop Laurent Ulrich will lead the prayers and consecrate the new altar, which replaces the one destroyed in the fire.

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