Parisian zinc rooftops reach temperatures sufficient to cook crêpes
A viral video demonstrates the intense heat absorbed by Paris rooftops as France experiences a significant summer heatwave, allowing a resident to cook food using solar power.
By Europa Express26 Jun 2026 · 10:00 CETUpdated 26 Jun 2026 · 10:00 CET
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As France faces a current heatwave, a video circulating online has highlighted the extreme temperatures recorded on Paris apartment rooftops. The footage features a man successfully cooking a crêpe on a zinc roof surface, utilising only the heat generated by direct sunlight.
According to The Local, the demonstration serves as a practical illustration of how these traditional metal surfaces retain solar energy during periods of high temperatures. The viral content has drawn attention to the heat-absorbing properties of the city's iconic zinc roofing as the country contends with the ongoing weather conditions.