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Paris 2024 Olympics: who was the rider on the silver horse at the opening ceremony?

Goddess Sequana's fantastic ride across the Seine for the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics left a lasting impression. Were you wondering who the goddess Sequana was behind the hood of this incredible crossing? We tell you all about it.

Paris 2024 Olympics: how to get to the Golf National in Guyancourt?

Got a ticket to watch the Paris 2024 Olympic golf events at Golf National de Guyancourt? We give you all the recommended routes to get there easily, whether you choose public transport, walking or cycling. The golf competitions will take place from August 1 to 10, 2024.

Olympic Games 2024: celebrate the medallists at the Parc des Champions du Trocadéro - the program

Like Club France, the Parc des Champions located on the Trocadero, in front of the Eiffel Tower, aims to welcome supporters and medal-winning athletes from all countries, during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with a great artistic program to boot!

Paris 2024 Olympics: come and party at Korea House, Maison de la Chimie

For the Paris 2024 Olympics, immerse yourself in Korean culture at Korea House, at the Maison de la Chimie in Paris, from July 26 to August 11, 2024. The free space features exhibitions, events, K-Pop shows, K-beauty workshops and street food tastings. A unique immersion in the heart of the Land of Morning Calm during the Olympic Games!

Olympic Games 2024: who created the Olympic anthem? Discover the history of this unique anthem

On this Friday, July 26, 2024, as the horseman dressed in silver armor crossed the Seine and then handed over the Olympic flag on the Place du Trocadéro, the Olympic anthem rang out. Where does this music come from, and since when has it been the anthem of the world's greatest sporting event?

Olympic Games 2024: Cassandre Beaugrand takes Olympic gold in women's triathlon

This Wednesday, July 31, 2024, the start day of the women's triathlon, Cassandre Beaugrand was crowned Olympic champion, a title achieved for the very first time in the history of the Games for French athletes.

Did you know? Who was the Quasimodo at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics?

During the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, a tribute to Quasimodo was broadcast, with a scene of him hanging from the brand-new spire of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Wondering who took on the role of Victor Hugo's iconic character for a brief appearance 90 meters above the ground, offering this memorable sequence? We tell you all about it.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: the triathlon takes place this Wednesday, July 31!

The men's triathlon event, originally scheduled for 8am on Tuesday July 30, has been postponed to Wednesday July 31, 2024. It's been confirmed that the Seine has been deemed compliant, and both the men's and women's events will now take place on Wednesday morning. Tuesday ticket holders will be reimbursed.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Black Desert immersive experience at Korea House

Attention gamers looking to get away from the console for the Paris 2024 Olympics! Korea House, located at the Maison de la Chimie, is offering an immersive experience based around the video game Black Desert: Land of the Morning Light from July 25 to August 11, 2024. An experience organized by the Korean Ministry of Culture and the Korean Olympic and Sports Committee.

Transport in the Ile-de-France region switches to Heatwave Plan

Faced with the oncoming heatwave, transport systems in the Paris region, and particularly in Paris, are getting into full gear: water briquettes, misters, water bottles, castles and fans are being distributed to protect travelers and spectators at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Opening ceremony: a couple audition separately, then dance together in front of 2 billion TV viewers

The whole world witnessed a magical moment at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Among the highlights was an exceptional contemporary dance performance by two renowned artists: Pascal Allio and Anne Minetti.

Paris 2024 Olympics: where to see the event broadcasts at Disney Village

Do you live in Seine-et-Marne, just a stone's throw from Disneyland Paris, and want to enjoy the atmosphere of the Paris 2024 Olympics? We're off to Disney Village to follow the event broadcasts, in several spots around the area. Ready to experience the Games?

Paris 2024 Olympics: France's Victor Koretzky takes silver in mountain bike cross-country

This Monday, July 29, 2024, French cyclist Victor Koretzky took second place on the podium in the men's mountain bike cross-country event on the hill at Elancourt (78).

Paris 2024 Olympics: who are the athletes under the neutral banner and for what reasons?

Although some athletes are unable to take part in the Opening Ceremony, they are able to take part in the Olympic events. But since when? Who are they, and why can't they compete under the banner of their respective countries?

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: meet the athletes at the Armenian Cultural Centre

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are also happening at the Armenian Cultural Center! From July 25 to August 11, 2024, come and meet Armenian athletes at the Armenian Cultural Center, with the Armenian Olympic Club. You can also watch the events live, and immerse yourself in the richness of Armenian sporting culture!

Paris 2024 Olympics: the Olympic flame cauldron at the Jardin des Tuileries, an unusual cauldron

What a cauldron, my friends, what a cauldron! The Olympic flame for the Paris 2024 Olympics will take up residence in the central Jardin des Tuileries. We had imagined it on the Eiffel Tower, but it's finally in the heart of the emblematic Parisian park that the Olympic cauldron is taking up residence. But a cauldron that changes everything... A world first. We tell you all about it!

Paris 2024 Olympics: Auriane Mallo-Breton wins silver medal in fencing

This end of the day will be silver! On July 27, 2024, fencer Auriane Mallo-Breton won the silver medal in epee at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This victory, achieved on July 25, is the crowning achievement of a career marked by determination and resilience. Discover the inspiring story of this outstanding champion.

Heatwave: up to 35 degrees expected this week in Paris and the Île-de-France region

After the rain, the good weather. In the middle of the Olympic Games week, Météo France is predicting a heat wave from Monday July 29 to Wednesday July 31, 2024, with temperatures of almost 35 degrees expected in the capital and Ile-de-France.

Paris 2024 Olympics: in the Olympic Vasque, a fuel-free, greener flame

The Olympic flame shines brightly over Paris, comfortably installed in its cauldron - a hot-air balloon created especially for the occasion. But this flame is not like the others... We explain.

Discover Saint-Quentin en Yvelines' free Ninja course in the fan zone

Sports enthusiasts and kids with peachy appetites beware, the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure park is installing a free obstacle course from June 29 to July 21, 2024. Now's the time to take up the challenge!