We've been talking about it for months and months, and here we are: the Summer Olympics are coming to Paris for the first time in a century. Athletes from all over the world gather in the City of Light to defend their colors and compete for medals on behalf of their respective countries. This sporting event, synonymous with celebration, offers enthusiasts the opportunity to follow their favorite sports, the curious the chance to discover disciplines that are sometimes still too little known, and travel enthusiasts the chance to admire the capital's beautiful landscapes, while on site, the various invited countries share their respective cultures with Parisians and visitors alike.
Each day, a rich program awaits the public, who can then follow the events on site, for those who have their tickets, within the fans zones, or even from home. So what's in store for August 2, 2024? We take a look here at the sporting events on the agenda to help you get organized. We'll also tell you more about the various Olympic venues, as well as the districts and départements that will be hosting them.
Badminton at the Arena Porte de La Chapelle
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Find out everything you need to know about badminton at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: from its Olympic history to its rising French stars, plus details of the events at the Stade Pierre de Coubertin. Dive into the exciting world of badminton at Paris 2024 and its program! [Read more]
Arena Porte de la Chapelle, the new sports and cultural hub to the north of Paris
Recently inaugurated in 2023, the Arena de la Porte de la Chapelle will revitalize a lesser-known neighborhood at the gateway to Paris. With this new event and sports venue designed for local residents in the same way as occasional visitors, the Arena will host, among other things, some of the Olympic and Paralympic events of the 2024 Games. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and walks to do in the 18th arrondissement
The Olympic and Paralympic Games are approaching, and with them the arrival of international athletes and millions of tourists to the capital for this summer of 2024. To the north of Paris, the 18th arrondissement will be hosting some of the events: so what can you do in this arrondissement, and what Olympic venues are there to discover? [Read more]
Basketball 3X3 La Concorde Arena
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Place de la Concorde hosts the Urban Park, all the info and programme
The Place de la Concorde in Paris is being transformed into a unique site dedicated to urban sports for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. From July 27, 2024, this emblematic square will host the disciplines of skateboarding, 3x3 basketball, BMX freestyle and breakdance, offering an unprecedented and festive spectacle. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events, and places to visit in the 8th arrondissement
Paris's 8th arrondissement is being transformed into a sporting hub during the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Find out what events are being held there, and places to visit around these Olympic venues. [Read more]
Fencing at the Grand Palais
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It's an ancient sport in which France excels: discover the history and workings of fencing, before following the events at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. [Read more]
Grand Palais: opening hours, prices... everything you need to know about this architectural gem on the Champs-Elysées
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Grand Palais, an architectural gem in the heart of Paris. Discover its captivating history since the 1900 Universal Exhibition and explore its architecture, which blends classicism and Art Nouveau. With over 2 million visitors a year, this iconic building is a landmark of French art and culture. Opening hours, prices, practical information... we've got it all! [Read more]
Soccer at the Parc des Princes
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The Parc des Princes, a soccer temple that has been home to Paris-Saint-Germain since 1974
After the Stade de France, the Parc des Princes is the largest soccer stadium in the Paris region, and has been home to Paris-Saint-Germain since the late 1970s. Accessible on guided tours, it is mainly used on match nights. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events, and places to visit in the 16th arrondissement
From July 26 to September 8, 2024, we're running all over Paris's 16th arrondissement, so you won't miss any of the sporting events taking place in the area. On your marks, get set... [Read more]
Handball - Table tennis - Volleyball - Arena Paris Sud 15e
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Handball is one of the team sports to be featured at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. We reveal everything you need to know about this discipline, which was first included in the Olympic Games in 1936. From its rules and history to this year's favourites and the programme, here's everything you need to know about handball in the run-up to the Paris Olympics! [Read more]
Paris 2024: schedule of events, history, athletes... table tennis at the Olympics
If you love tennis, then chances are you also love table tennis, also known as ping-pong! An Olympic sport since 1988, this (small) racket sport is not to be missed this summer at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. An opportunity to learn more about its history, its rules and our medal chances! Find out more about the program of events. [Read more]
Paris 2024: history, practice, athletes... All you need to know about volleyball at the Olympic Games
As Paris prepares to host the Olympic Games in 2024, volleyball and beach volleyball are among the most eagerly awaited disciplines. Find out everything you need to know about these exciting sports: from the history of their inclusion in the Olympics, to practical details such as event venues, the number of places available, key dates, and of course, the promising French athletes who will be aiming for Olympic gold. [Read more]
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, the exhibition center of choice for major trade shows
The Parc des expositions Paris Expo Porte de Versailles is a must for regular visitors to trade fairs and exhibitions. It is the second-largest exhibition center in France, and hosts both the capital's major events and XXL exhibitions. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places of interest in the 15th arrondissement
In Paris, the summer of 2024 is already shaping up to be a very sporty one, with Olympic and Paralympic events taking place all over the capital, particularly in the 15th arrondissement, where many athletes are expected. [Read more]
Judo - Arena Champs de Mars - Beach volleyball - Tour Eiffel stadium
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It is one of the most practiced martial arts in the world, and a discipline where France stands out. Find out everything you need to know about judo before the Olympic and Paralympic Games arrive in Paris in 2024. [Read more]
The Eiffel Tower Stadium: a temporary Olympic venue on the Champ-de-Mars in Paris
From July 26 to September 7, 2024, Paris beats to the rhythm of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, for which it is the host city. For the occasion, certain Parisian landmarks are being transformed to host the events, as here, with the Champ-de-Mars. [Read more]
Tennis at Roland Garros
Roland-Garros stadium, the temple of clay tennis in Paris
Known the world over thanks to the French Open tennis tournament, the Roland-Garros stadium is a veritable open-air museum for fans of the sport and clay courts, located at Porte d'Auteuil in the west of Paris. [Read more]
Archery at Les Invalides
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The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are an opportunity for the French to discover or take a closer look at more or less traditional sports. We take a look at archery: its history, where to practice it, our best athletes and also the program of events! [Read more]
Hôtel national des Invalides: a landmark in France's military history
Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, the Hôtel des Invalides is an impressive site that plunges us into France's military history. Three museums are housed here: the Museum of the Army, the Museum of the Order of the Liberation and the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs, as well as the tomb of Napoleon 1st, which lies beneath the Invalides dome. [Read more]
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Trampoline at Arena Bercy
Accor Arena in Paris: the temple of entertainment in the east of the capital
Paris' Accor Arena, formerly the Palais omnisports de Paris-Bercy, was inaugurated in 1984. For almost 40 years now, this famous entertainment venue in the capital's 12th arrondissement has been delighting the eyes and ears of Parisians with legendary concerts, comedy shows and landmark sporting events. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places to discover in the 12th arrondissement
For the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the capital is becoming one of the world's biggest sports hubs, with numerous venues set up to host the must-see sporting events and star athletes. Visit the 12th arrondissement to find out more! [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places to visit in Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Hauts-de-Seine and its two Olympic venues welcome you from July 26 to September 8, 2024, for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Follow the guide to make sure you don't miss any of the sporting events taking place in the area! [Read more]
Field field hockey at Stade Yves-du-Manoir
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History, records, rules and schedule of events... Find out everything you need to know about field field hockey in the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympics! [Read more]
The Stade Yves-du-Manoir in Colombes (92), a historic Olympic venue since the 1924 Games
The Stade Yves-du-Manoir is one of the only venues to experience two Olympics! Located in Colombes, the stadium will host the field field hockey events during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. [Read more]
Swimming at La Défense Arena
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It's one of the most watched disciplines at the Summer Olympics: swimming is the water sport of all records. At the Paris Olympics in 2024, the competition will take place at Paris La Défense Arena. [Read more]
Paris La Défense Arena: Europe's largest indoor venue
An entertainment mecca located in the Hauts-de-Seine region of France, Paris La Défense Arena is a multi-purpose venue that embodies the perfect fusion of the worlds of music and sport. This spectacular venue, inaugurated in October 2017 in Nanterre, is a must-see for all fans of concerts and major sporting events in the region. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues and sporting events in Seine-Saint-Denis (93)
If we should remember just one thing about these Paris 2024 Games, it's certainly the impact that the new sports structures will have in Seine-Saint-Denis. Located on the outskirts of the capital, the département will play host to a host of sporting events, most of them in brand-new Olympic facilities. [Read more]
Athletics at the Stade de France
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The Stade de France, the venue for concerts and sporting events in Saint-Denis (93)
Although many people think that the Stade de France is located in Paris, it's actually not far from the capital, in the inner suburbs of Saint-Denis (93). With its immense capacity and monumental stature, it is currently the largest stadium in France. [Read more]
Boxing at Arena Paris Nord
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Boxing is one of the 32 sports to be seen at these Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about this crowd-pleasing combat sport. [Read more]
VIPARIS, the Villepinte exhibition center (93), north of Paris
A rendezvous for fans of the Manga Sci-Fi Show, and the venue for many major trade shows, VIPARIS, more commonly known as the Villepinte Exhibition Center, is France's largest exhibition center. [Read more]
Diving and Water Polo Centre Aquatique
Diving and water polo at the Olympic Aquatic Center
The Olympic Aquatic Centre (93), an Olympic legacy opposite the Stade de France
After many months of work, the Olympic Aquatic Center rose from the ground in 2024. One of the only venues specially built for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it will enable residents of the département to enjoy facilities dedicated to swimming. [Read more]
Rowing and Canoe Slalom at Stade Nautique Eaux Calmes
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The Vaires-sur-Marne nautical stadium (77), Olympic venue for open-water events
The only Olympic venue in the Seine-et-Marne département, the Stade Nautique is the perfect place to practice open-water water sports such as canoeing and kayaking. [Read more]
Olympic Games 2024: Olympic venues, sporting events and places of interest in Seine-et-Marne (77)
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Paris 2024 Olympics: Olympic venues, events and places to visit in Yvelines (78)
Yvelines is one of the departments with the most Olympic venues, including the Château de Versailles, and welcomes you from July 26 to September 8, 2024, for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Follow the guide to make sure you don't miss any of the sporting events taking place in the area! [Read more]
Cyclisme BMX Racing - St Quentin en Yvelines
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Mountain biking, track racing, BMX, freestyle... Cycling comes in many forms during these Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about this cycling sport. [Read more]
The Vélodrome National and Stade BMX in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines (78), the kingdom of cycling
Since 2014, the town of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines has become the place to be for cyclists in the Paris region, with its Vélodrome national and Stade BMX, two modern facilities that host international competitions. [Read more]
Golf - Le Golf National
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Golf is one of the many sports contested at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Rules, history, records, athletes, program: here's everything you need to know before the international events. [Read more]
Le Golf National, a unique site in Europe with two 18-hole courses, at Guyancourt (78)
Do you live in the Paris region and love golf? Head for the Golf National, located in the Yvelines region, to take on one of the region's finest 18-hole courses, in a legendary setting that has hosted the Open de France since 2002. [Read more]
Equestrian sports - Versailles
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Equestrian sports are bringing their share of elegance and prestige to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. To tide you over until this summer, we tell you all about these eagerly-awaited equestrian events: history, key dates, venue, rules and French hopes, the competition will hold no secrets for you! [Read more]
A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France. [Read more]
Basketball - Stade Pierre Mauroy
Surf Teahupo'o, Tahiti
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Paris 2024 and its Olympic Games are an opportunity for the general public to get acquainted with less traditional sports. Learn more about surfing, an additional sport: its history, where to practice it, our best athletes and the program of events! [Read more]
Tir Centre de Tir de Châteauroux
Sailing - Marina de Marseille
Dates and Opening Time
On August 2nd, 2024
