Picture this. You are in Paris. You want to see the Louvre. Today, most people still go in through the famous glass Pyramid. It is beautiful, but it is often very crowded. The Louvre had 8.7 million visitors in 2024, and the big museum plan from the 1980s was made for about 4 million visitors a year. (louvre.fr)
So the Louvre is planning a big change. In January 2025, President Emmanuel Macron announced a new project called Louvre New Renaissance. The plan adds a new Colonnade entrance by 2031. The Pyramid will stay, but it will no longer carry so much of the crowd alone. (apnews.com)
And here is the latest news. On May 26, 2026, the Louvre said the winning design team is led by STUDIOS Architecture Paris and Selldorf Architects. Their plan is on the Colonnade side of the museum. It creates clearer paths for visitors and adds two new entry points, one on the Seine side and one on the Rue de Rivoli side. The project also includes places to rest, food areas, and bookstore-shop spaces. (louvre.fr)
Another big change is the Mona Lisa. The museum plans to move her to a larger space under the Cour Carrée. The idea is simple. People who come just for the Mona Lisa can have a smoother visit, and the rest of the museum may feel calmer too. (louvre.fr)
So, how will the Louvre change? If this plan works, the visit may become easier, quieter, and more comfortable. The Louvre will still be the Louvre, but getting in may feel very different. (louvre.fr)










