A group of thieves broke into the Louvre Museum on Sunday morning and stole seven priceless jewels from the Apollo Gallery before fleeing on motorcycles.

Louvre Museum robbery reported, historical thefts detailed, investigation ongoing, no injuries, valuable jewellery stolen, museum's rich history highlighted.

Thieves entered the Louvre using a basket lift on Sunday and made away with priceless jewels, France's interior minister said, as the museum closed for the day.