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Discover the journey of the Olympic Flame in Paris!

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Get ready! After months, scratch that, years of getting ready, we are just 3 weeks away from the Games kicking off, with the opening ceremony happening on July 26th. But before that, we have the legendary Olympics tradition, the Torch Relay. And in the city, it's happening on July 14th and 15th. Here's a quick rundown of what's coming up.

After crossing all of France and sailing the seas and oceans, the Olympic Flame is finally arriving in Paris in less than 15 days! A true symbol of peace and unity, it will travel around the capital for 48 hours, making stops at various locations for all to see. We will reveal all the exciting routes and events planned for these two exceptional days of celebration. With so many stops on the route, no matter where you call home in Paris, you are sure to find a spot nearby to witness the passing of the flame. The torch will journey through all 20 districts, pausing in front of iconic locations throughout the city. From recent sites like the Bataclan to historical landmarks like the Pantheon and the National Assembly, as well as symbolic places like Bastille and Republic, cultural institutions, and top parks for a spontaneous picnic on the go. Parks, trendy neighborhoods, and everything in between are carefully selected to showcase the many faces of the City of Light. This is an event meant for all, where Parisians are anticipated to come together in great numbers. The City of Paris has planned a variety of activities along the route, including a performance by Ariel Domballe singing the new Olympic anthem!
In yellow, the route of July 14th, and in pink the route of the 15th © City of Paris


A July 14th in grand style

For two days, the entire city will be in turmoil, and considering the number of events scheduled on the same day, it's understandable. On one hand, the passage of the Flame, traveling from 12:50pm to 11pm on the 14th before spending the night on the parvis of the Hôtel de Ville, where it will be accessible to all. It will set off again on the 15th at dawn to roam the streets of Paris, before leaving the capital in the evening. On the other hand, the traditional July 14th parade will still take place despite this Olympic diversion. The only difference for this edition is that the parade will not be held on the Champs-Élysées, but just a stone's throw away, on avenue Foch.

And as if that weren't enough, the evening of July 14th will also feature lots of fireworks in the city, starting at 11pm at the Eiffel Tower as usual. It will be a festive and colorful celebration for all to enjoy! Celebrate with us at the end of Euro 2024! If France makes it to the finals, the streets of Paris will be filled with even more joy and excitement.

Get ready to be filled with excitement! To top off these incredible days, the 10th district town hall is hosting a free concert on Place de la République on the 15th. Starting at 8:45 p.m., join us to enjoy performances by Jain, Mentissa, and Offenbach. It will be a night to remember for everyone to enjoy!


The minute-by-minute schedule

Now that we have given you a general overview of the festivities, we invite you to discover the detailed hour-by-hour program, and we'll let you organize yourself accordingly!

July 14th

12:50 pm: Champs-Élysées roundabout - 8th
1:00 pm: Petit Palais - 8th
1:25 pm: National Assembly - Place du Palais Bourbon - 7th
1:40 pm: Saint-Germain-des-Prés - Boulevard Saint-Germain - 6th
2:10 pm: Senate - Luxembourg Gardens - 6th
2:30 pm: Place du Panthéon - 6th
2:50 pm: Place de la Sorbonne - 5th
3:00 pm: Great Mosque of Paris - 5th
3:35 pm: Arab World Institute esplanade - 5th
3:50 pm: île de la Cité - Parvis Notre-Dame - Paris Center
3:55 pm: Pont Notre-Dame - Paris Center...

4:15 PM: Monique Antoine Square - Paris Center
4:20 PM: Carnavalet Museum - Rue des Francs Bourgeois - Paris Center
4:35 PM: Place des Vosges - Maison Victor Hugo - Paris Center
5:10 PM: Louvre Museum - Paris Center

Enjoy the wonderful events and make sure you don't miss a single moment! Start your adventure and have an amazing time exploring Paris!

5 PM: Your time to enjoy the rest of the day in Paris! 8 AM: Arena Porte de la Chapelle - Rue de la Chapelle - 18th 9 AM: Montmartre - Parvis du Sacré Coeur - 18th 9:20 AM: Place Blanche - 18th 10:30 AM: Jardin Solitude - Place du Général Catroux - 17th 11 AM: Arc de Triomphe - Place de l’Etoile - 8th 11:45 AM: Place du Trocadéro - 16th 1:15 PM: Passy 5 PM: Place de la Bastille - Paris Center 5:50 PM: Paris Beaches - Quai de Jemmapes - 10th 6:10 PM: Marielle Franco Garden - Rue d'Alsace - 10th 6:50 PM: Colonel Fabien Square - 10th 7:05 PM: Martyrs Street - Lino Ventura Square - 9th 7:25 PM: Olympia - Boulevard des Capucines - 9th 7:50 PM: Place Vendôme - Paris Center 8 PM: Rivoli Street - Paris Center 8:20 PM: Louvre - Louvre Pyramid - Paris Center 9:30 PM: Samaritaine Esplanade - Paris Center 9:50 PM: Nelson Mandela Garden - Paris Center 10:50 PM: Pompidou Center Square - Paris Center 11 PM: City Hall Square - Paris Center Let's embark on a delightful Parisian adventure together on July 15! - 1:20 PM: Start at Bir Hakeim Metro Station in the 15th district - 1:35 PM: Check out Île aux Cygnes in the 15th district - 2:15 PM: Visit Parvis de la Mairie du XVe - 2:40 PM: Stroll along Rue de Vaugirard in the 15th district - 3:00 PM: Explore Place de Catalogne in the 14th district - 3:15 PM: Discover... Place Denfert Rochereau in the 14th district - 3:40 PM: Head to the charming Butte-aux-Cailles District in the 13th district - 3:50 PM: Relax at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in the 19th district - 4:30 PM: Walk along Boulevard Vincent Auriol in the 13th district - 5:00 PM: Visit Port de l’Arsenal - Passerelle Mornay in the 12th district - 6:10 PM: Last stop at Boulevard de la Bastille in the 12th district Get ready for a fun-filled evening ahead in Paris! Enjoy these additional stops: - 6:00 PM: Léon Blum Square in the 11th district - 6:03 PM: Place de la Bastille in the heart of Paris - 6:35 PM: Marvel at Edith Piaf Square in the 20th district - 7:15 PM: Take a leisurely walk along Rue de Belleville in the 19th district - 8:45 PM: End your night at Place de la République in the 10th district. Have a wonderful evening!