Notre‑Dame Myths: Rooftop Pool Rumor Explained

A fact check on Notre‑Dame rumors including the rooftop pool meme, with notes on actual reconstruction plans.

1/14/2026

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Meme image about a rooftop pool rumor at Notre‑Dame

The Internet loves a myth. Notre‑Dame’s reconstruction spawned memes like the rooftop pool—engaging, but wrong.

✅ Fact Check

No pool: Plans restore historic profiles.
Materials: Oak and lead return with modern detailing.
Access: Public terraces are not part of the contract.

📰 Media Literacy Tips

Source check: Prefer official bulletins.
Image forensics: Watch for edits and context loss.
Cross‑verify: Multiple reliable outlets.

Myth debunked

Myths entertain; facts rebuild.

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Cultural Historian

Как любитель Парижа и внимательный путешественник, я создал этот гид, чтобы помочь гостям соединиться с историями Нотр‑Дама — где встречаются вера, ремесло и община.

Notre‑Dame Myths: Rooftop Pool Rumor Explained

✅ Fact Check

📰 Media Literacy Tips

Автор

Cultural Historian

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