The heat wave that has blanketed much of Europe is expected to linger over the continent this week, driving up temperatures and offering little reprieve.

As a heat wave scorches most of Europe, the Eiffel Tower announced it will be closing early on Tuesday as Paris is expected to hit triple-digit temperatures.

Eiffel Tower summit closed and parks open overnight as heatwave persists in France - Tourists and locals alike are struggling to contend with spiralling temperatures in France and beyond