{"id":47432,"date":"2024-07-30T00:43:32","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T22:43:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/?p=47432"},"modified":"2024-07-30T00:45:33","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T22:45:33","slug":"paris-2024-olympic-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/francevisiting.com\/index.php\/2024\/07\/30\/paris-2024-olympic-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Revive the Paris 2024 Olympic Games’ ceremony and prepare your visits through this centennial sports event"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The French singer Philippe Katherine<\/strong> was chosen to animate the final<\/strong> part from this memorable Paris 2024 Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em>‘ opening ceremony..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On 26 July 2024, Paris welcomes the whole World for an unprecedented Opening Ceremony of the Paris<\/em> 2024<\/em> Olympic<\/em> and Paralympic Games<\/em>. This event, marking the start of the XXXIII Olympiad<\/em> of the modern era, captivated the attention of millions of spectators across the globe (photo credits: Olympic Games Committee). <\/strong><\/p>\n

Therefore, unlike previous editions, the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games<\/em> did not take place in a stadium, but in the heart of the city, along the Seine River. This bold decision to opt for this unprecedented setting allowed to showcase the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Paris. The six-kilometre route, between the Pont d\u2019Austerlitz and the Pont d\u2019I\u00e9na, offered a spectacular backdrop with iconic monuments such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, and of course, the Eiffel Tower.<\/strong> By AP & AL<\/em><\/p>\n

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..full of surprises, like those Moulin Rouge<\/strong><\/em> dancers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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At every corner of the Seine<\/strong><\/em> river, an outdoor scenery<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This opening ceremony<\/strong> perfectly embodied this spirit<\/strong>, launching the festivities<\/strong> with an energy and passion that will mark Olympic<\/strong> history for generations to come. In short, the opening ceremony<\/strong> of the Paris 2024<\/strong> Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em> would undoubtedly be remembered as a dazzling celebration<\/strong> of culture, innovation and human unity<\/strong>. The ceremony<\/strong> began at 7pm<\/strong> and continued until 11:30pm<\/strong>, under a rainy<\/strong> summer sky, this unforeseen weather<\/strong> did not prevent the smooth running of this incomparable event<\/strong> and the various stakeholders were able to adapt<\/strong> to this unexpected weather situation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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..and unique setting<\/strong>, but also for the spirit of celebration<\/strong> and sharing<\/strong> that drives them.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Those Paris 2024 Games<\/strong><\/em> promise to be a historic<\/strong> event<\/strong>, not only for their organisation<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indeed, the festivities<\/strong> were opened by a magnificent nautical ballet<\/strong>, displaying dozens of typical Parisian<\/strong> houseboats<\/strong>, all decorated in bright colors<\/strong> and national flags<\/strong>, transporting the delegations of the participating countries<\/strong>. Each boat<\/strong>, uniquely decorated<\/strong>, represented the identity<\/strong> and culture<\/strong> of its hosted country<\/strong>, offering a true spectacle<\/strong> of diversity and unity. The Olympic Committee<\/strong><\/em>, accompanied by dignitaries<\/strong> and sports personalities<\/strong>, officially declared the opening of those Paris 2024<\/strong> Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em>. Following tradition, the Olympic flag<\/strong> was raised and the French national anthem<\/strong> was played, performed by a choir<\/strong> of young talents from all over France <\/strong>and nearby.<\/p>\n

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..until the pink feathers of Lady Gaga<\/strong><\/em>, the wide gap was real.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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From the Conciergerie<\/strong><\/em> in fire, with the Gojira <\/strong><\/em>music band<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Indeed, this XXL<\/em> ceremony<\/strong> was punctuated by exceptional artistic performances<\/strong>. The spectators<\/strong> were visibly amazed by a wide series of contemporary dance<\/strong> numbers, classical<\/strong> and modern music<\/strong>, along breathtaking light shows<\/strong>, staged by the playwright Thomas Jolly<\/strong>. Renowned artists<\/strong> such as singers Lady Gaga<\/strong>, covering a standard by the music hall<\/strong> <\/em>singer Zizi Jeanmaire<\/strong>, C\u00e9line Dion<\/strong> and Aya Nakamura<\/strong>, surrounded by the Republican Guard<\/strong><\/em>, in front of the serious Acad\u00e9mie Fran\u00e7aise<\/strong><\/em>, and the lyric soprano<\/em><\/strong> singer Josef Orlinski<\/strong>, covering the baroque<\/strong><\/em> repertoire of Rameau<\/strong>, delivered memorable performances<\/strong>, creating a true magical<\/strong> atmosphere.<\/p>\nngg_shortcode_2_placeholder\n

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..unforgettable moments in iconic and modern venues<\/strong>, taking part in this unique adventure<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Parisians<\/strong>, as well as visitors<\/strong> from around the World<\/strong>, will have the opportunity to experience.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Not forgetting one of the most unexpected<\/strong> moments of the evening with the reproduction of the “Feast of the Gods”<\/strong><\/em> painting by Jan Harmensz van Bijlert<\/strong> (made around 1635<\/strong>), on the Passerelle Debilly<\/strong><\/em>. On this metal<\/strong> bridge, imagined by Jean Resal<\/strong>, a banquet table<\/strong> was enthroned and presided over by DJ Barbara Butch<\/strong>, in place of a crowned Apollo<\/strong>, surrounded by a dozen of drag queen<\/strong> guests, before the appearance of singer Philippe Katherine<\/strong>, performing as Bacchus<\/strong>, depicted in nude blue<\/strong>. A nod to the goddess Sequana<\/strong>, daughter of Bacchus<\/strong>, who was reincarnated as the Seine River<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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..in honor of the passage<\/strong> of the Olympic<\/em> flame<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Eiffel Tower<\/strong><\/em> enlightened like it never did before..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This was followed by a grandiose finale at the Trocad\u00e9ro<\/strong><\/em> palace, with the projection of historical images<\/strong> from previous Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em>, paying tribute to the previous athletes<\/strong> and the highlights of Olympic<\/strong> history. Spectacular fireworks<\/strong> lit up the Parisian sky<\/strong>, bringing the evening to a brilliant<\/strong> finish. Beyond the grandeur<\/em> and beauty of the ceremony<\/strong>, the Olympic<\/strong><\/em> spirit of solidarity, peace and fraternity was at the heart of this hors-norm event<\/strong>. That’s why, Thomas Bach<\/strong>, President of the International Olympic Committee<\/strong><\/em> (IOC<\/strong><\/em>), highlighted in his speech the importance of these values<\/strong> \u200b\u200bin a world seeking unity<\/strong> and mutual understanding<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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..celebrating not only sport<\/strong>, but also innovation<\/strong>, sustainability<\/strong> and culture<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Paris 2024 Olympic<\/strong><\/em> and Paralympic Games<\/strong><\/em> promise to be a historic event<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In this new Olympic<\/strong><\/em> chapter, discover the different places<\/strong> and stadiums<\/strong>, where you can attend the different Parisian<\/strong> Olympic <\/strong><\/em>sports events, but not only. Indeed, during this 2024 Olympiad<\/strong><\/em>, where Paris<\/strong> renews its appointment with Olympic<\/strong><\/em> history, a century<\/strong> after hosting the Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em> for the last time in 1924<\/strong>, the French capital<\/strong> is preparing to live a new adventure with the Olympic<\/strong><\/em> and Paralympic Games<\/strong><\/em>, under the organization of the Paris 2024 Committee<\/strong><\/em> for the Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em> (COJO<\/strong><\/em>). Those unique Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em> take place from July 26th until August 11st, 2024 for the Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em> and from August 28th until September 8th, 2024 for the Paralympic Games<\/strong>, through different competition sites<\/strong> and innovative infrastructures<\/strong>, carefully selected throughout the French territory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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..be ready to applause athletes<\/strong> in an amazing framework<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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In the heart of this historical Grand Palais<\/strong><\/em> site..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Most of the competitions<\/strong> take place in various emblematic<\/strong> locations in Paris<\/strong> and the \u00cele-de-France<\/strong> region, integrating new infrastructures<\/strong> as well as renovated historic sites<\/strong>. Here\u2019s a look at the main venues<\/strong>, starting with the historic<\/strong> venues hosting the competitions<\/strong>, such as the Grand Palais<\/strong><\/em>, this recently renovated museum<\/strong>, hosts fencing<\/strong>, taekwondo<\/strong><\/em>, and biking<\/strong> events. Not far from the H\u00f4tel de Ville<\/strong><\/em>, this iconic Paris city hall<\/strong><\/em>, is the starting point for the Olympic<\/strong><\/em> and Paralympic<\/strong> marathons<\/strong><\/em>. In another side, the Accor Arena <\/strong><\/em>even complex, in Bercy<\/strong>, hosts basketball<\/strong>, artistic gymnastics<\/strong> and trampoline<\/strong> events.<\/p>\n

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..until the rugby<\/strong> matches, the choice is wide.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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From the multiple fencing<\/strong> specialities.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Without forgetting the legendary Stade Roland-Garros<\/strong><\/em>, known for its tennis tournament<\/strong>, this historic stadium<\/strong> welcomes tennis<\/strong> of course and boxing<\/strong> events. A couple of steps away from the illustrious Parc des Princes<\/strong> <\/em>stadium, dedicated this time to football<\/strong> competitions, adding to its rich history of major sporting events<\/strong>. In the southern part, the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles<\/strong><\/em> is employed for weightlifting<\/strong>, handball<\/strong>, volleyball<\/strong> and table tennis<\/strong> events, as well as Paralympic<\/strong><\/em> goalball<\/strong> and boccia<\/strong><\/em> competitions.<\/p>\n

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..you can be sure to meet history<\/strong> and a bright view<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Wherever you walk through those sports events<\/strong> in Paris<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Still in Paris<\/strong>, various temporary spots<\/strong> and facilities<\/strong> were expressly built for the occasion, to meet the specific needs of those Olympics Games<\/strong><\/em>, always proposing new sports<\/strong>, such as break dance<\/strong><\/em> this year. This is the case of the Parc Urbain La Concorde<\/strong><\/em>, nested in the famous Place de la Concorde<\/strong><\/em>, to host urban sports<\/strong>, like 3×3<\/em> basketball<\/strong>, BMX<\/em> Freestyle<\/strong> and skateboarding<\/strong>. Unless you prefer to attend road cycling<\/strong> and athletics<\/strong> events at the Trocad\u00e9ro<\/strong><\/em>, near the Eiffel Tower<\/em><\/strong>. Thus, in the Stade Tour Eiffel<\/strong><\/em>, on the Champ-de-Mars<\/strong><\/em> is the site of the beach volleyball<\/strong> and blind football<\/strong> events.<\/p>\n

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..to ensure environmentally<\/strong> friendly Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em>, notably with the cleaning of the Seine<\/strong> river.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Committee for the Ecological Transformation of the Games<\/strong><\/em> oversaw many green<\/strong> efforts.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

On another hand, the Grand Palais \u00c9ph\u00e9m\u00e8re<\/strong><\/em>, temporarily renamed Arena Champ-de-Mars<\/strong><\/em>, hosts the judo<\/strong>, wrestling<\/strong>, and wheelchair rugby<\/strong> events. Thereafter, the Pont Alexandre III<\/strong><\/em> proposes an historic venue<\/strong> for the marathon<\/em> swimming<\/strong>, triathlon<\/strong><\/em> and road cycling<\/strong> events. Followed by the Esplanade des Invalides<\/strong><\/em>, where would occur the archery <\/strong>and road cycling<\/strong> events, as well as the finish of the marathons<\/strong><\/em>. Cherry on the cake is that Paris 2024<\/strong><\/em> aims to be a model of sustainability<\/strong> and respect for the environment<\/strong>. The organisers have implemented several initiatives<\/strong> to reduce the carbon footprint<\/strong> of those unforgettable Olympic<\/strong><\/em> Games<\/strong><\/em> and promote a certain biodiversity<\/strong>. <\/p>\n

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..whatever your tastes<\/strong>, you would be fulfilled in some way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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The Seine-Saint-Denis<\/strong> department is full of sports<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Then, outside Paris<\/strong>, you may count on the Arena Porte de la Chapelle<\/strong><\/em>, located in the north side of Paris<\/strong>, this eco-designed arena<\/strong> hosts badminton<\/strong>, rhythmic gymnastics<\/strong>, para badminton<\/strong> and para weightlifting<\/strong> competitions. Not far from the Saint-Denis Aquatic Centre<\/strong><\/em>, this low-carbon<\/strong> centre, adjacent to the Stade de France<\/strong><\/em>, hosts diving<\/strong>, but also water polo<\/strong> and artistic swimming<\/strong> competitions. Without forgetting, in the same zone, Le Bourget Climbing Site<\/strong><\/em>, this recently opened sports complex<\/strong> hosts climbing<\/strong> events, with five walls<\/strong> dedicated to Olympic<\/strong><\/em> competitions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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..where you would maybe find some famous supporters<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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This Olympic Village<\/strong><\/em> has a direct access to Paris center<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Still in the Seine-Saint-Denis<\/strong> department, stands the strategic Olympic<\/strong><\/em> and Paralympic<\/strong> Village<\/strong><\/em>, located across the cities of Saint-Denis<\/strong>, Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine<\/strong> and L\u2019\u00cele-Saint-Denis<\/strong>. Thus, this 52-hectare village<\/strong> is designed to be a model of sustainability<\/strong>, becoming a habitable, environmentally friendly and accessible neighbourhood<\/strong> after the Olympic Games<\/strong><\/em>. A little bit further, you may find the Arena Paris Nord<\/strong><\/em>, located in Villepinte <\/strong>fair area, this arena<\/strong> also welcomes boxing<\/strong>, modern pentathlon<\/strong> and volleyball<\/strong> seated events.<\/p>\n

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..such as the majestic Olympic<\/strong><\/em> site<\/strong>, all around the Versailles castle<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Several venues outside Paris<\/strong> as well host competitions<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One century after, the Stade Yves-du-Manoir<\/strong><\/em> in Colombes<\/strong> would pursue its Olympic<\/strong><\/em> mission for the second time, with field hockey<\/strong>. In contrary, the new Paris La D\u00e9fense Arena<\/strong><\/em> is supposed to wait for swimming<\/strong> and water polo<\/strong> events. In the same neighborhood, the Parc Georges Valbon<\/strong><\/em> and Clichy-sous-Bois <\/strong>respectively host the Para marathon<\/em><\/strong> and Para cycling<\/strong><\/em> events. Still in \u00cele-de-France<\/strong> region and beyond, the Stade Nautique<\/strong> <\/em>in Vaires-sur-Marne<\/strong>, situated in Seine-et-Marne<\/strong>, is asked for canoeing<\/strong> and rowing<\/strong> events. Without missing the fancy Ch\u00e2teau de Versailles<\/strong><\/em>, hosting equestrian<\/strong> sports and even the modern pentathlon<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n

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..same situation in Tahiti<\/strong> with the surfing<\/strong> emotions provided by the Pacific Ocean<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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In front of the Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde<\/strong><\/em> basilica, you may benefit a bright panorama <\/strong>over the boats<\/strong>..<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Again in the wooded Yvelines<\/strong> territory, let’s go to the Colline d\u2019\u00c9lancourt<\/strong><\/em>, as the highest point in the region<\/strong>, and ideal to organize the cross-country mountain bike<\/strong> events. Not far from the V\u00e9lodrome National<\/strong><\/em> in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines<\/strong>, for track cycling<\/strong> and BMX<\/strong><\/em> events. Then, the Golf National<\/strong><\/em> in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines<\/strong> for the golf<\/strong> competitions. Apart from this, outside the \u00cele-de-France<\/strong> region, many cities such as Bordeaux<\/strong>, Nantes<\/strong>, Lyon<\/strong>, Saint-\u00c9tienne<\/strong>, Nice<\/strong> and Marseille<\/strong> host football<\/strong> events. Lille<\/strong> has the task to lead some handball<\/strong> and basketball<\/strong> events, while the Marseille<\/strong>‘s tramontana<\/em><\/strong> wind would blow over the sailing<\/strong> competitions. In addition, the Teahupo\u2019o<\/strong><\/em> mythical wave<\/strong> in Tahiti<\/strong> would influence on the surfing<\/strong> competition. <\/p>\n

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Book your tickets for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games<\/em><\/strong><\/a> on their official website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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