Competition venues transform the capital's emblematic sites into sports arenas. Thus enhancing the sporting gesture within the most beautiful monuments. Their approach highlights pre-existing sites. Projecting on them the brilliance of the Olympic Games and investing the territories thanks to the power of sport to build a lasting legacy.
Paris, as a unique city, deserves exceptional recognition. The Games in the capital promise a complete spectacle, with exceptional sites specially designed to satisfy athletes, spectators and television viewers. In total, there are 15 sites dedicated to the Olympic Games and 11 to the Paralympic Games.
Les Invalides
In 2024, the Esplanade des Invalides is the site chosen to host archery, athletics and road cycling competitions. With a north-south orientation, this esplanade is delimited by rows of trees along its west and east sides. Its location in the heart of Paris, within an area exclusively dedicated to the Games, offers a unique experience to both athletes and spectators.
Capacity: 8 seats
Arena Champ de Mars
The Arena Champ-de-Mars, a temporary building of 10 m², is being transformed into a multi-purpose venue. Paris 000 is taking advantage of this exceptional opportunity to extend its presence for a few months, until the Paris 2024 Games. Designed to replace the Nave during the renovation of the Grand Palais, this structure will also house cultural events initiated by the Réunion des musées nationaux -Big palace. Concerning the Olympic Games, it will host the Judo and Wrestling events.
Capacity: 8 seats
Trocadero
On either side of the Seine, the Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower face each other. Creating one of the most iconic settings in central Paris. In 2024, this area will vibrate to the rhythm of the Games, hosting not only athletics and road cycling competitions. But also many activities for local residents and Games enthusiasts who will walk there. The Trocadéro, a veritable balcony overlooking the Seine and adorned with the curved wings of the Palais de Chaillot, remains one of the key tourist attractions in Paris. It offers an exceptional panorama almost at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
Capacity: 3 places
The Pont Alexandre III
By connecting two other major Paris 2024 sites, the Grand Palais and the Invalides, the Pont Alexandre III embodies the desire of Paris 2024. It brings the Games to life in the heart of the most beautiful city in the world. Within its most emblematic monuments. By establishing the link between the main venues of the events, the Pont Alexandre III and its surroundings will be at the center of the Olympic excitement. It is on this majestic bridge that the finish of the individual time trial in road cycling, marathon swimming, triathlon and para triathlon will take place. Thus offering a grandiose setting for these sporting events.
Capacity: 1 people
The Eiffel Tower Stadium
Parisians recognize the Champ de Mars as a place of celebration. Often invaded by thousands of people ready to share moments of communion. Whether during the traditional fireworks display on July 14 or a Football World Cup final. On a daily basis, it serves as a gathering place for sporting activities, or simply to sit back and enjoy the view. Making this emblematic place the emblematic public garden of the city of Paris.
In order to host beach volleyball and blind football events, the Stade Tour Eiffel will transform the Champ-de-Mars into a temporary open-air arena built in 2024. Offering everyone the opportunity to enjoy the enchanting setting of this magical location .
Capacity: 12 spectators
The Grand Palais
This emblem among Parisian monuments has long served as a prestigious setting for numerous events. Whether they are athletic or artistic. The Grand Palais is the annual venue for numerous exhibitions by artists from around the world and was the scene of the World Fencing Championships in 2010. This year, it will host the fencing and Taekwondo events.
Capacity: 8 people during the Olympic Games and 000 during the Paralympic events
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