The blades of the windmill atop the legendary Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris fell to the sidewalk this week, according to a report.
"The Moulin Rouge, in 135 years of history, has experienced many adventures but it is true that for the wings, this is the first time that this has happened," general manager Jean-Victor Clerico told reporters, Reuters reported.
The sails toppled to the ground early Thursday morning.
"A little before 2 a.m., the wings of the windmill gave way, fell on the boulevard and fortunately at this time the boulevard was empty of passers-by. We are relieved this morning especially to know that there were no injuries," Clerico said.
The blades struck the front of the cabaret as they fell, knocking the letters "MOU" off the sign.
Clerico said the collapse of the wings wasn't intentional.
The cabaret, celebrated in paintings by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and George Seurat, is known for its famed can-can dancers.
Tourists passing by the cabaret told Reuters they hoped the windmill will be rebuilt soon.
"I hope they will build it up again so it will be as it always has been, the old Moulin Rouge," Danish tourist Lise Thygesen said.
