As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games get into full swing, we're taking the opportunity to savor the moment, between the various events on the program and the entertainment all around, whether it's the official Fanzone or activities to do in our beautiful capital and throughout France (metropolitan and DOM-TOM), like the themed exhibitions of the moment (around sport, of course), restaurants to satiate between two events or various experiences to discover.
If you're not sure where to go and what to do, good news: we've got all the information you'll need to face this day on August 4, 2024, with the program of events, nearby restaurants and activities to keep you busy or decompress. All you have to do is make your selection... And look forward to the day. Enjoy the Games!
An update on the French men and women in the running
- Shooting : Jean Quiquampoix - Clement Bessaguet (9am)
- Fencing: France (11h50)
- Volleyball: France - United States (1pm)
- Handball: Hungary - France (4pm)
- Basketball 3x3: France - China (5:30pm)
- Water polo: France - Greece (8:05pm)
- Basketball: Australia - France (9pm)
The Eiffel Tower Stadium: an iconic ephemeral 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]
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, events, Olympic venue... athletics and para-athletics at the Games
Athletics and marathon running, king disciplines at the Olympic Games... And the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are no exception to the rule! Combining throws, jumps, runs... athletics is also the discipline of all records, with great champions who have the history of their performance. Find out everything there is to know about these disciplines for the Games! [Read more]
Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: events, history, athletes... Para-badminton at the Games
Want to know everything about badminton and para-badminton at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games? From its Olympic and Paralympic history to its rising French stars and event details, dive into the exciting world of badminton and para-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: history, rules, program... basketball at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
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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: history, events programme... cycling at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
Mountain biking, track racing, BMX, freestyle, Para-cycling... Cycling comes in many forms during these Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about this cycling sport. [Read more]
Paris 2024: the route of the Olympic road cycling events in Paris and the Île-de-France region
After the route of the Olympic flame in the Île-de-France region, the route of the road cycling events has been unveiled, for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Trocadéro, Vallée de Chevreuse, Butte Montmartre, Bois de Vincennes, discover the route! [Read more]
Olympic and Paralympic Games 2024: schedule of events, history, everything you need to know about fencing
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]
Paris 8th arrondissement restaurants: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 8th arrondissement? Click here to discover our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [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: history, rules, athletes... tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
During the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, tennis has a prominent place. Find out everything you need to know about this discipline, from the history of this Olympic sport to the events scheduled to take place at Roland-Garros Stadium, not forgetting the French athletes to keep a close eye on and not forgetting wheelchair tennis to experience during the Paralympic Games. [Read more]
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]
Paris 2024: history, rules, athletes... table tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
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 and Paralympic Games. An opportunity to learn more about its history, its rules and our medal chances! [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: programme of events, history, archery at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Paris 2024 Games are an opportunity for the French to discover or take a closer interest in more or less traditional sports. And among them, archery! One takes a look at its history, where to practice it, our best athletes, and the program of events, in both Olympic and Paralympic versions! [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]
Olympic and Paralympic Games 2024: history, practice, athletes... All about volleyball
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games over and the Paralympics eagerly awaited, volleyball, beach volleyball and seated 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 and Paralympics, 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]
Olympic and Paralympic Games 2024: history, practice, athletes... All about volleyball
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games over and the Paralympics eagerly awaited, volleyball, beach volleyball and seated 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 and Paralympics, 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]
The Eiffel Tower Stadium: an iconic ephemeral 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]
Paris 2024: programme of events, history, canoeing at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
The Paris 2024 Games are an opportunity for the general public to take a closer look at less traditional sports. This is how we discover canoeing, its history, our best athletes and the competition program, as well as their Paralympic version. [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]
Golf: Le Golf national (Guyancourt, 76)
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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]
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Paris 2024 Olympics: equestrian events held at the Château de Versailles
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Paris 2024: program, history, medals, field field hockey at the Olympic Games
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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]
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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 be held at Paris La Défense Arena, along with the Paralympics 2024 para-swimming events from August 29. [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: rules, history, programme... discover the boxing events in Paris
Boxing is one of the 32 sports to watch at the 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 meeting place for fans of the Paris Manga Sci-Fi Show, and the venue for many major trade shows, VIPARIS, more commonly known as the Villepinte Exhibition Centre, is France's largest exhibition centre. [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]
Paris 2024 Olympics: events, history... water sports at the Olympics
Beyond the inevitable swimming events, water sports are particularly popular at every Olympic Games. Whether it's diving, water polo or artistic swimming, together we discover these events for the Paris 2024 Olympics. [Read more]
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]
Paris 2024: history, programme of events, sports shooting at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Three different types of shooting events exist at the Olympic Games, in addition to archery: rifle, pistol and shotgun. Discover their history, the best athletes and the program for these Paris 2024 Games, as well as in Paralympic versions. Here's everything you need to know! [Read more]
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Paris 2024 Paralympic Games: day-by-day schedule of events, detailed timetable
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