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Paris 2024 Olympics: where to see the Paralympic events for free in Paris and the Île-de-France region?

On the occasion of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, some events can be seen for free without paying a penny. Here's how to position yourself to watch the triathlon from the Seine or the Paralympic marathon in Paris and the Ile-de-France region.

Paris 2024: dates for the reopening of the Concorde and the dismantling of temporary sites

Numerous Olympic venues have been set up right in the heart of the capital, as close as possible to Parisian monuments. A superb backdrop for the events, but a hassle for Parisians, who will gradually regain their mobility!

Paralympic Games 2024, traffic restrictions in Clichy-sous-bois for road cycling

Due to the road cycling events, traffic and parking restrictions will be in force in the town of Clichy-sous-Bois (93) from September 1 to 8, 2024.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: the route of the road cycling events

They spin through the streets and woods of Île-de-France: to make sure you don't miss the para-athletes in road cycling, discover the route of the events to be experienced from September 4 to 7, 2024.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: Did you know? The medals feature a special motif

For the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, athletes are outdoing themselves to win medals set with a piece of the Eiffel Tower. And did you know? These medals feature a different design to the Olympic Games.

Paris 2024 Paralympics, how much do tickets cost for the closing ceremony?

The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games come to an end on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Ticketing to attend the closing ceremony is open, and to attend, the general public will be able to get tickets from as little as €45

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: a pictorial look back at the highlights of the opening ceremony

As Paris kicked off the festivities for the Paralympic Games with the opening ceremony, we take a look back at the highlights of this ceremony, which was more sober than that of the Olympic Games, but more committed and powerful!

Paralympic Games: a unique Phryge offered to athletes with their medal

Every medallist at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games is awarded a charm, but also a gift: a very special little Phryge, since the blade on its leg changes color depending on the metal won!

2024 Paralympic Games: how does the classification of Paralympic events work?

C11, PR3, T54: you'll have seen these codes if you follow the Paralympic Games events. They are used to classify athletes in categories corresponding to their disability. Here's how it works.

Paris: lift-accessible metro stations for wheelchair users, seniors and strollers.

The Paris metro can quickly become a headache for people with reduced mobility (PMR), those with disabilities, senior citizens, families with strollers or even heavy travelers. Fortunately, some well-equipped stations make getting around much easier. Here's how to spot the best options for a smooth journey.

Olympics 2024: are guides competing with blind and visually impaired athletes paid?

They evolve in the shadow of Paralympic athletes, yet they are indispensable in enabling them to practice their sport: guides, the high-level athletes who guide visually impaired or blind athletes in their competitions, accompany them throughout their preparation. But are they entitled to a bonus, and are they paid?

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: what is France's medal record to beat?

Unlike the Olympic version, the Paralympic Games are much more medal-rich, thanks to the sheer number of events! And the harvest hasn't been good for France in recent years, so let's hope the home Games help them this time! How many medals do you need to bring home to beat the record?

Paris 2024: Discover the medal table by country for the Paralympic Games

The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games promise a unique sporting spectacle, with almost 170 countries competing. Will France be able to shine on home soil?

Paris 2024 Paralympics: which fashion designer signed the 700 outfits for the opening ceremony?

The 700 LGN Louis-Gabriel Nouchi designer stage outfits, dress the Place de la Concorde this Wednesday, August 28, for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games ceremony. Garments, not costumes, couture/streetwear hybrids that celebrate diversity and beauty in all its forms.

Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony: the order of sports delegations this evening

The Paralympic Games kick off this Wednesday, August 28, 2024, with an opening ceremony that promises to be spectacular. As tradition dictates, the sporting delegations will parade in a particular order.

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: how much are the medals worth?

Athletes from all over the world will be trying to take home these special medals containing a piece of the Eiffel Tower! But how much are they worth, whether gold, silver or bronze?

Did you know? Paralympic medals contain a piece of the Eiffel Tower!

In February 2024, the medals for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games were unveiled, with an impressive feature: each one contains a piece of the Eiffel Tower!

Paris 2024 Paralympics: how much will French athletes earn for their medals?

Glory, applause, the long-awaited reward after years of hard work... and a nice bonus await our French athletes who are going to win a medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games!

Paralympic Games: where to see Phryge, the Games mascot, in Paris?

While the Olympic Games saw the mascot, Phryge, live her best life and win unanimous praise from Parisians and tourists alike, now Phryge is back for the Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8, 2024. But where can you see the mascot? We tell you all about it!

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony broadcast in Asnières-sur-Seine (92)

Asnières-sur-Seine (92) is getting ready to vibrate once again, this time to the rhythm of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games! To make sure you don't miss a thing of the opening ceremony, join us on August 28, 2024 at the Halle Flachat for a live broadcast on a giant screen, in a festive and friendly atmosphere.