Paris 2024 Bid Overview
1 Vision and Concept 1 Vision for Paralympic the Olympic Games Games vision A new vision of Olympism Paris 2024 will offer a compelling demonstration of how investment in growing para-sport can deliver self- in action sustaining human, social and economic benefits. Paris 2024 will be memorable and meaningful Games, The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be the pinnacle delivered in a unique spirit of international celebration, of a seven-year, sport-led journey towards greater in the birthplace of the modern Olympic Movement. participation and social inclusion of people with an impairment in France. The Games will focus and build upon the original By using the opportunity to tackle significant barriers meaning of Olympism, to provide a case study of what to participation, Paris 2024 will act as a watershed ‘a better world through sport’ can mean in the modern This network will be the engine that will turn Games age. inspiration into participation, especially among hard- in the development of Paralympism in France, while to-reach groups. Paris 2024 will prioritise a progressive simultaneously improving access and inclusion for One hundred years after Paris last hosted the Olympic model of collaboration with a range of public and everyone with an impairment Games, the 2024 Games will demonstrate, in a new era, private organisations to embed sport and the Olympic The Paralympic Games will play a central role in the how sport remains relevant to societies everywhere as Values into other areas of public policy; and to deliver vision that Paris wants to share with the world, centring a bridge to achieving crucial social and public policy new sport-led social programmes targeting areas as on the true value and potential of sport in society. goals. diverse as workplace safety, obesity and mental health. The legacy of Paris 2024 will serve everyone involved Paris 2024 will showcase and honour the courage, Overall, the aim is to engage 80% of the French achievement and determination of the world’s greatest in the global sports movement – and all who believe in population in regular physical activity, inspired by the athletes, in a city where the concept of sport at the sport as a force for good in our world. 2024 Games. Platform for a new era service of humanity was first brought to life. Paris 2024 will deliver a flawless global celebration, The Paralympic Movement will benefit from world- Engage everyone drawing on France’s world-famous art de vivre and the class delivery and a determination to add value to the A better Paris through sport beauty and infrastructure of its capital city. Paralympic brand, in a nation where spectator and commercial interest in para-sport is growing all the The Paris 2024 vision is underpinned by a commitment Paris 2024 will also act as a powerful catalyst to the The city will also serve as an ideal stage to launch a time. to active healthy living and sport for all. ‘Grand Paris’ initiative – one of the greatest evolutions new chapter in Olympism. France is the world’s most Paris 2024 will be the catalyst to unlock the full capacity in the history of the City of Light. It will deliver a visited country, with 80 million overseas guests a year. and potential of France’s national sports system, whose dynamic, new metropolitan area, uniting the beauty, And for centuries, Paris has been a destination for all unique assets include more than 265,000 community economic strength and historical assets of central Paris those seeking to collaborate, innovate and inspire on sports facilities and a human network comprising more with the youth and energy of its suburban belt. a global scale. than one quarter of the national population. The new Olympic and Paralympic Village will be Paris 2024 aims to harness the same spirit of located in Seine – Saint-Denis, one of the youngest partnership, creativity and inspiration to successfully and most diverse parts of the new Grand Paris. This deliver the first Games fully conceived in the Olympic investment will be aligned with a wider programme of Agenda 2020 era. The ambition is to maximise the new housing, amenities and transport links helping to Games’ potential to be a catalyst for engagement, close the significant health, wealth and opportunity innovation and development, in the city in which Pierre gaps that exist between central Paris and its suburbs. de Coubertin first imagined a world united by sport. 8 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 9
1 Vision and Concept 1 Tony Estanguet, Co-President of Paris 2024 Extract from speech of 17 February - « A dream can be a driving force like First of all, we are determined that the the heart of daily life and the heart of respect and belief in yourself. nothing else. Games will play their part in creating a society. It’s about achievement and pushing Dreams push us to achieve things greater Paris through sport. Our aim is to bring the power of sport boundaries. But just as important, that we never truly believed could be Paris 2024 will be a fantastic catalyst to all of French society. sport is about self-discovery, possible. for the vision of "Grand Paris" : a To inspire people of all ages and partnership and solidarity. It was the strength of a dream that led dynamic, unified metroplitan area, backgrounds with incredible images of Paris 2024 will shine a global spotlight me from my childhood playground to which brings together the historic athletes achieving extraordinary feats in the many ways that sport can serve the Olympic podium. beauty and ecomomic strength of front of the Eiffel Tower, at Versailles or societies. central Paris with the youth and energy in the waters of the Seine. And today, it is the dream of Olympism of the suburbs. This will be a legacy not just for France, that is compelling all of us – athletes, And crucially to turn that inspiration but for all those who believe in sport as political leaders, members of the We have chosen to locate the Olympic into active participation... a force for good in our world. » business community – to join forces and Paralympic Village in Seine-Saint- Tony Estanguet Denis, to bring essential new housing By activating France’s unique sport and to commit ourselves to Paris 2024. supporting wider planned investment infrastructure. By bringing sport into - The dream of Olympism was born in in this youngest and most diverse part public spaces. And by integrating sport Paris. of the new Greater Paris. into broader public policy like never before. It was in this city that Pierre de Part of the dream of Paris 2024 is to Coubertin first imagined the potential bring the city and its suburbs together Paris 2024 will show the world how of creating « a better world through around a common ambition. And an active society is a healthy society : sport». to help deliver a Paris that is simply educated, prosperous, inclusive and «Paris», with no more inner part and united. Today, the dream of Paris 2024 is to outer part, and no gaps of health, honour that original vision of Olympism Why ? Because the values of sport are - and to demonstrate how relevant it wealth and opportunity between the also the values of life. remains in the modern world. two. Believing in your dreams ; trying ; …. But our dream goes further : to put failing ; picking yourself up and trying sport and the values of Olympism at again while never losing your humilty, 10 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 11
1 Vision and Concept 1 Key features of the Paris 2024 Games concept Paris 2024 will use all the assets and attractions that The Games concept will also support goals to embed Venues that serve New legacy venues, located in Paris’s younger make France the world’s number one destination sport and Olympism in communities; to honour and and faster-growing outer ring, the focus for to stage memorable and inspirational Games for the bring value to the Games; and to give the world a style All of the venues in the Paris 2024 Games concept have significant new investment. These venues include benefit of athletes and sport. of celebration befitting Paris’ great heritage as a place been selected according to following four principles, in the Aquatics Centre, the Media Village and the of romance, creativity and fun. line with the objectives of Olympic Agenda 2020: Olympic and Paralympic Village, which together will deliver essential new housing supporting 1. Emphasis on existing venues existing development plans 2. Showcasing our heritage 3. Alignment with existing plans Venues: 95% existing or 4. Meeting the needs of our communities temporary; 100% with a legacy Two core venue zones The Paris Centre Zone, focused on the historic The Paris 2024 venue plan is responsible by design, heart of Paris, where the city’s greatest sites will emphasising existing and temporary facilities. be placed at the service of the Games and the More than 70 percent of the venues are existing Olympic brand facilities. The Paris Saint-Denis Zone, strategically aligned A further 25 percent will be temporary structures. with the Grand Paris concept, where Paris 2024 will look to place the Games at the service of the Only two competition venues will be constructed for communities for whom sport can offer so much. the Games: the already planned Bercy Arena II, a sister Optimal conditions for athletes and Games operations venue to the world-renowned indoor arena; and a new 80% of venues in Paris are located within 10 km of Aquatics Centre neighbouring the Stade de France, the Olympic Village. a much-needed community facility that will support existing sport-led development in this fast-growing 85% of athletes will be accommodated within 30 part of the capital. minutes of their competition. Besides Football preliminaries, only one sport 100 percent of venues will enjoy real legacy from Paris will be staged outside of the Paris region, with 2024. Post-Games uses will be sought for temporary the choice of Marseille to host Sailing, helping structures, with many locations for temporary sites to deliver a truly national celebration and uniting also benefitting from access and other improvements France’s capital with its ‘capital of the south’ – a to the urban domain. gateway to southern Europe and Africa. The same approach will apply to our existing permanent Three types of venue: venues. An example is the Stade Yves-du-Manoir in Existing world-class venues, which will showcase Colombes – the Olympic Stadium of the Paris 1924 the city’s broad sporting culture. They include Games, which will host Hockey in 2024. A new stand Tennis at Roland-Garros, Athletics at the centre- will help preserve one of the oldest operational piece Stade de France and Basketball and Judo in Olympic venues in the world, protecting its legacy for the renovated Bercy Arena I. new generations. Temporary venues in iconic locations, which will see the city’s greatest sites transformed into stunning stages for sport and embedding the Games in the public domain. In addition to road events, examples include Equestrian at the Chateau de Versailles, Beach Volleyball at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and Archery at the Esplanades des Invalides. 12 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 13
1 Vision and Concept 1 Sport flowing along the Seine 70% The Games concept is linked together by the River existing Seine – a timeless actor in the life of Paris. The Seine venues unites the historic heart of the city with emerging Grand Paris. Athletes will live and compete in venues all along the river - from Judo and Basketball at Bercy Arena I to Hockey in Colombes, and through the Olympic and Paralympic Village. The Seine will also be a focus of the popular celebration around the Games. A fan ‘river trail’ comprising live sites, sports demonstration zones and other athlete- led activation will help bring the spirit of Olympic sport right into the heart of Paris’s communities, old and new alike. 20 More than that, the river will serve as a high-profile of 28 sports symbol of Paris 2024’s vision to further integrate sport in society when it becomes an active part of the city’s in an existing sporting life as the venue for Marathon Swimming and venue Triathlon competitions. 70% of athletes will compete in an existing venue 75% of tickets for events in existing venues 14 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 15
2 Venues and Legacy 2 VENUE MAP FOR THE OLYMPIC GAMES V ill c a i g p e m y l O VENUE e h t Paris - Charles De Gaulle 1 tae e rae 19 Area 92 m o Airport fr 2 A€uatis Cetre 20 tae •ƒes-u-†aoir m 3 ‚ater Polo Cetre 21 ”eith Paris k 4 Le ouret - Paƒilio „ 22 ‚ater ports Cetre 0 1 5 Le ouret - Paƒilio „„ 23 Chateau e Žersailles 6 Le ouret hooti ae 24 Želoro…e –atioal 7 Cha…p-e-†ars 25 †— ‰ra˜ 8 ‡iˆˆel ‰oŠer 26 ‡laourt Œill 9 Cha…ps-‡lysees 27 Golˆ –atioal 10 Gra Palais 28 †aria MV 6 29 36 oot™all taiu…s STADE 11 ‡splaae es „ƒalies IBC YVES-DU-MANOIR 4 5 MPC 12 Paris ‡‹po - Œall „ - 3 13 Paris ‡‹po - Œall „Ž VM Oly…pi Žillae 14 Par es Pries 20 IOC „OC Œotels 15 tae ‘ea-oui 1 MV †eia Žillae 2 16 ola-Garros IBC „teratioal roaast Cetre MPC †ai Press Cetre 17 ery Area „ 18 ery Area „„ Liƒe site ARENA 92 ZENITH a ’riƒer trail“ - PARIS - 19 21 WATER SPORTS CENTRE CIO VAIRES-SUR-MARNE - 9 10 11 22 8 7 CHATEAU 16 DE VERSAILLES 15 - 14 17 18 13 12 ELANCOURT 23 HILL - VELODROME NATIONAL 33 Lille 24 - 26 25 Paris GOLF –ates 32 NATIONAL - Lyo oreau‹ 31 t-‡tiee 34 35 27 30 ‰oulouse 28 36 –ie 29 †arseille Paris - Orly Airport – 0 2 ˜… 18 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 19
2 Venues and Legacy 2 VENUE MAP FOR THE PARALYMPIC GAMES c V i i p ll m a y g al e ar VENUE P e h t Paris - Charles De Gaulle 1 tae e ra e 21 ’eith Paris m Airport o r 2 Auati s Cetre 22 f “ater ports Cetre 4 m €e ‚ourƒet - Pa…ilio † 23 Chateau e Žersailles k 5 €e ‚ourƒet - Pa…ilio †† 24 Želoroe Natioal 0 6 €e ‚ourƒet hootiƒ „aƒe 37 €a Žillette Great ‘all 1 7 Chap-e-‡ars 8 ˆi‰‰el Šo‹er 9 Chaps-ˆlysees Paralypi Žillaƒe IPC 10 Gra Palais IPC †PC ‘otels 11 ˆsplaae es †…alies MV ‡eia Žillaƒe MV 6 IBC †teratioal ‚roa ast Cetre 16 „ola-Garros MPC IBC ‡ai Press Cetre 4 MPC 5 38 tae Pierre-e-CouŒerti €i…e site 3 17 ‚er y Area † VM a ”ri…er trail• 18 ‚er y Area †† 20 1 2 19 ZENITH PARIS 21 - 37 WATER SPORTS CENTRE IPC LA VILLETTE VAIRES-SUR-MARNE - 9 GREAT HALL - 10 11 22 8 7 16 15 CHATEAU 14 17 18 DE VERSAILLES 38 13 - 12 23 VELODROME NATIONAL 24 - 26 25 27 Paris - Orly Airport N 0 2 22 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 2
2 Venues and Legacy 2 1. Stade de France Olympic and Paralympic Village France's largest sport and concert venue, the Stade de France is the source of unique A successful reinvention of a heritage building into a vibrant hub of creativity, the Cite emotions and an unmatched atmosphere for past and future large-scale international du Cinema will be the beating heart of the Olympic and Paralympic Village.. sports events, superstar concerts and other major shows. 80,000 2 km 17,000 8,000 I The venue I Location I The venue With its large spaces and modern infrastructure, the Cite du Cinema will be the beating heart of the Paris 2024 The Stade de France is the largest stadium in the The Stade de France is located 3 km west of the The Pleyel Olympic Village will cover an area of 50 Olympic and Paralympic Village that will be developed country and has been the epicentre of most major Olympic and Paralympic Village and 500 meters from hectares across the districts of Saint-Denis, Saint- around it. national and international events held in France over the future Aquatics Centre. The venue is indeed part of Ouen and L'Île-Saint-Denis close to the city centre of the last twenty years. a highly compact concept and is easily accessible by Paris. It will additionally offer great access to two of I Location Located in Saint Denis, the venue was conceived by the one of the following means of transport Metro line 13 the main proposed 2024 Games venues – Stade de architectural firm SCAU as the premier venue for the (already existing) and lines 14, 15 and 16 which will be France (chosen to be the Olympic Stadium) and the The Cite du Cinema is located 11 km north of Paris in 1998 FIFA World Cup. It is the largest modular stadium built irrespective of the Games; Suburban railway RER planned Saint-Denis Aquatics Centre – which will both the intersection of three cities: Saint-Ouen, L’Ile-Saint- in the world, with a lower seating bowl that can be B; Suburban railway RER D; Tramway Lines 1 and 8. be within two kilometres of the Village. The integration Denis and Saint-Denis. It is easily accessible by car via retracted to reveal the athletics track. Its elliptical roof of the river environment into the Olympic Village plan the A1 highway. In addition, it benefits from regular bus fully covers the stands. The pitch is natural grass, using I Experience as a recreational space, and the proximity of heritage service as well as multiple rail connections at the Saint an advanced soil substrate that guarantees excellent buildings such as the City of Cinema and the renovated Denis-Pleyel transportation hub through Metro lines 13 draining, cohesion, and water-retention capacity. Since 1998, the Stade de France has hosted a number Maxwell Hall, will provide athletes with a unique, relaxing and 14 (the latter expected by 2024), Suburban railway of international events, including FIFA World Cup 1998, and distinctive atmosphere. RER D. It is also served by the Paris public bicycle- The stadium regularly hosts large-scale spectacles and The main building of the Cite du Cinema, the Grand sharing system (Velib’) and electric car sharing service concerts, including the Opening Ceremonies for the IRB Rugby World Cup 1999, IAAF Athletics World FIFA World Cup 1998 and the Rugby World Cup 2007. Championships 2003, IRB Rugby World Cup 2007. Nef, impresses with its large dimensions, featuring a (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. Future large-scale events at the venue include UEFA glass-roofed gallery that covers an area that is 240 The Stade de France will host Athletics competitions European Championships 2016 and FIFA Women’s metres long and 24 metres wide. Together with the I Experience as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies for the World Cup 2019. adjacent mezzanine and restaurant, the Grand Nef will Olympic and Paralympic Games. accommodate the Main Dining Hall under its sunlit spaces. The large auditorium (500 persons) will double The Cite du Cinema regularly hosts large scale as the Chefs de Mission Meeting Hall and a cinema for conferences and events in the Grand Nef and is also Village residents. atourist attraction highlighting the history and process of filmmaking. 26 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 27
2 Venues and Legacy 2 IƒC „ MC aris…e ƒourget 7. Champ de Mars † legendary location and a site historically associated with innovation and ecellence, In the heart of the city, surrounding the Eiffel Tower and bordering the River eine, the aris …e ƒourget will host the media of the world as the Main Media Centre for the Champ de Mars has been a favourite par of rench families for generations and aris €. the host of highlypraised national events, offering an eceptional site for the aris € ‚ames. IƒC IƒC MC MC km 12 12 km €enovated in 2 11 ƒaris e ”ourget consists of five halls ith a total area of m² in indoor e‰hibition spaces and an additional 2™ m² available outdoors. Its fle‰ibility has alloed the venue to attract myriad highly demanding events. One of the most comple‰ as the COƒ 21 held in šecember 2 1™. The conference sa 1™ heads of state and over visitors visit the site over a ten–day period for an event that as hailed as a resounding success. The ƒaris e ”ourget ill host the Main Media Centre comprising both the International ”roadcast Centre and the Main ƒress Centre for the Olympic and ƒaralympic —ames. ˆdditionally a media village in the immediate vicinity of the ƒaris e ”ourget ill provide the media members ith convenient accommodation and optimal orking conditions. I Location The ƒaris e ”ourget is located km east of the Olympic I e enue I Location and ƒaralympic Village. It is accessible by car via highays ˆ1 ˆŽ and ˆ. In addition it benefits from regular bus service as ell as multiple rail connections The Champ de Mars is a barrier–free large urban The Champ de Mars is located 12 km south of the including Metro ines 1 and 1‘ „e‰pected by 2 2“‡ park and an iconic location for national events and Olympic Village. It is accessible by car via. In addition uburban railay €‚€ ”. It is also served by the ƒaris celebrations in the ‘th arrondissement of ƒaris. It sits it benefits from regular bus service as ell as multiple public bicycle–sharing system „Vélib’‡ and electric car on a privileged location beteen to monuments ith rail connections through Metro ines and 1 sharing service „ˆutolib’‡ ith multiple stations nearby. the ‚iffel Toer „Triathlon venue‡ on its north end and uburban railay €‚€ C. It is also served by the ƒaris the historic comple‰ of the ‚cole Militaire on the south. public bicycle sharing system „Vélib’‡ and electric car Œormerly knon as the —renelle plain the site as sharing service „ˆutolib’‡ ith multiple stations nearby. I peience progressively transformed into a 2“–hectare park Over its long history the ƒaris e ”ourget has been beteen the 1th and 2 th centuries. ˆs a favourite I peience I e enue the regular host venue for numerous trade fairsand spot for ƒarisians and visitors alike to promenade conventions including the abovementioned ƒaris ˆir practise sport play music or get together the Champ In its long history the Champ de Mars has hosted The ƒaris e ”ourget is a large e‰hibition and ho as ell as uni›ue and historic conferences such de Mars features a large tree–lined central lan that a number of events including the ‚‰positions convention centre in the north of ƒaris 1Ž km south as the COƒ21. spans metres ith parks on either side. It offers the Šniverselles „‹orld Œairs‡ of 1 and 1Ž‘ large of the Charles de —aulle ˆirport. The site first gained most beautiful vie of the capital’s premier monument scale concerts and the annual ’uly 1“th fireorks international acclaim on 21 May 12‘ hen aviator the ‚iffel Toer and its tinkling lights at nightfall. celebration regularly attracting over Ž visitors Charles indbergh landed on the adœacent airstrip to Miday through the park a large circulation area to the site. ”each volleyball tournaments are among complete his history–making non–stop flight from surrounds the fountain of Mars here a temporary the many sport activities being organi•ed on site every že Ÿork. This pioneering feat of aviation marked the arena ill be set up against the dramatic backdrop of year. destiny of the site hich since 1™Ž has hosted the the most iconic and enduring symbol of ƒaris. orld–renoned biennial ƒaris ˆir ho. The Champ de Mars ill host the ”each Volleyball competitions for the Olympic —ames. 28 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 29
2 Venues and Legacy 2 8. Eiffel Tower 9. Champs Élysees Gustave Eiffel's masterpiece traversed the centuries to become, little by little, the Hailed as the most beautiful avenue in the world, the Champs Elysees will provide a quintessential symbol of Paris and France, thus providing an outstanding backdrop glorious backdrop for cycling in the heart of Paris, with the finish line set fittingly at for the Paris 2024 Games. the Arc de Triomphe. 3,000 12 km 4,000 11 km + 10,000 standing + 25,000 standing I The venue I Experience place of heroes in Greek mythology. It paths first traced in the 17th century by Andre Le Notre as an extension The Eiffel Tower is one of the most recognisable The Eiffel Tower is located 12 km south of the Olympic of the Tuileries Gardens, the Champs Elysees has seen landmarks in the entire world. Situated in the heart of and Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car via the several expansions and transformations over the years, Paris in the 7th arrondissement, it is part of the Champ Paris ring road. In addition, it benefits from regular bus including an extensive renovation in 1994 that gave de Mars park. The River Seine flows by the Eiffel Tower service as well as multiple rail connections through it its present appearance. It is today one of the most and separates it from the Gardens of the Trocadero Metro Lines 6, 8, 9 and 10, Suburban railway RER C. It is prestigious addresses in the world. which feature water cascades, sculptures, and sloping also served by the Paris public bicycle-sharing system As the main avenue of Paris, it is dotted with beautiful lawns on a 9-hectare site. (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with parks, impressive buildings such as the Grand Palais Built by engineer Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Exposition multiple stations nearby. (Fencing, Taekwondo and Wheelchair Fencing venue) Universelle (World Fair), it is an impressive architectural and monuments. The most imposing among them is achievement, a symbol of technological prowess and a the Arc de Triomphe. It stands 49.5 metres tall, 45 demonstration of French engineering. Over 250 million metres wide and 22 metres deep. people have travelled from all over the planet to visit The Champs Elysees will host the Cycling (Road) the tower since its opening. competitions for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Eiffel Tower offers a breath-taking view of major Paris landmarks such as the Arc de Triomphe, the I Location Louvre, the River Seine, the Sacre Coeur in Montmartre, the Champ de Mars (Beach Volleyball venue) and much The Champs Elysees is located in the Paris city centre more. As France’s quintessential symbol to the world and just 11 km south of the Olympic and Paralympic and the beacon of Paris, today it welcomes almost 7 Village. It is easily accessible as it benefits from regular million visitors every year (around 75% of whom are bus service as well as multiple rail connections through international), making it one of the world’s most visited Metro lines 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 12 and 13 (the latter being monuments. directly connected to the Olympic and Paralympic The Eiffel Tower will host the start of the Triathlon Village), Suburban railway RER A. It is also served by competitions for the Olympic and Paralympic Games the Paris public bicycle-sharing system (Velib’) and and the start of Open Water Swimming for the Olympic electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple Games. stations nearby. I Location I The venue I Experience The Eiffel Tower is located 12 km south of the Olympic The Champs Elysees regularly hosts national parades and Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car via the The Champs Elysees is a world-renowned, tree-lined and large-scale events and competitions, including the Paris ring road. In addition, it benefits from regular bus boulevard in the heart of Paris. Situated in the 8th finish of the Tour de France at the Arc de Triomphe service as well as multiple rail connections through arrondissement, it forms part of the historical axis of each year since 1975. Metro Lines 6, 8, 9 and 10, Suburban railway RER C. It is Paris, connecting the Place de la Concorde on its east also served by the Paris public bicycle-sharing system end with the Arc de Triomphe on its west end. The (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with Champs Elysees is the epicentre of national celebrations multiple stations nearby. in the French capital and a major attraction for every visitor to Paris. Nearly 2 km long and 70 metres wide, the avenue takes its name from the Elysian Fields, the heavenly resting 30 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 31
2 Venues and Legacy 2 10. Grand Palais 11. Esplanade des Invalides An imposing stone building with a splendid steel-framed glass roof, the Grand Palais The expansive, welcoming Esplanade des Invalides, situated right in the heart of is an iconic monument in the heart of Paris welcoming more than 40 highly eclectic Paris, will be a distinctive and fascinating venue to host Olympic and Paralympic events and drawing two million visitors each year. competitions. 7,000 12 km 6,000 12 km IThe venue Grand Palais will host the Fencing and Taekwondo I The venue The Esplanade des Invalides will host the Archery competitions for the Olympic Games and the competitions for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Grand Palais is an iconic heritage venue of Paris, Wheelchair Fencing competitions for the Paralympic The Esplanade des Invalides is a vast green space in located on the Avenue des Champs-Elysées in the Games. the 7th arrondissement, in front of the majestic Hotel I Location 8th arrondissement. The elegant Pont Alexandre III des Invalides. The elegant Pont Alexandre III connects connects it with the Esplanade des Invalides (Archery I Location this must-see landmark with the Grand Palais (Fencing, The Esplanade des Invalides is located 12 km south venue) on the left bank of the River Seine. Taekwondo and Wheelchair Fencing venue), on the of the Olympic andParalympic Village. It benefits from Grand Palais was designed by a group of architects on Grand Palais is located in the Paris city centre and just right bank of the River Seine. regular bus service as well as multiple rail connections the occasion of the Exposition Universelle (World Fair) 12 km south ofthe Olympic and Paralympic Village. It is This former meadow was turned into a 12-hectare through Metro lines 8 and 13 (the latter offers a direct of 1900, which coincided with the Olympic Games easily accessible as it benefits from regular bus service park by Robert de Cotte in the 18th century, who connection to the Olympic and Paralympic Village), held in the same year in Paris. Built in the Beaux-Arts as well as multiple rail connections through Metro lines thus provided a dramatic approach to the Hotel des Suburban railway RER C. It is also served by the Paris style and using the most advanced techniques of its 1, 9 and 13 (the latter being directly connected to the Invalides, built by Louis XIV in 1687 as a military hospital public bicycle-sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car time, the venue required 6,000 tons of steel to support Olympic and Paralympic Village), Suburban railway and retirement home for war veterans. The Hotel des sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. its nave. The nave and the Grand Palais as a whole have RER C. It is also served by the Paris public bicycle- Invalides, a complex of buildings containing museums been classified as historic monuments in 1975 and sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service and monuments all relating to the military history of I Experience 2000, respectively. (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. France is also world-renowned for containing the The venue has undergone extensive renovations over tomb of Napoleon. In its long history, the Esplanade des Invalides has the years to modernise its infrastructure and maintain I Experience The site features a north-south orientation and is hosted a number of events, ranging from large national its architectural splendour, most recently in 2012. With surrounded by rows of trees on its west and east sides. celebrations to the Exposition Universelle (World Fair) two million annual visitors and over 40 events staged Grand Palais hosted the FIE World Fencing One of the grand open spaces in the heart of Paris, it in 1900, which benefited from the large space to each year in 77,000 m² of exhibition space, it has Championships and the IWAS World Wheelchair has become a favourite leisure spot for Parisians and accommodate a number of national pavilions. proven its capability to host a range of events such Fencing Championship in 2010. visitors alike wanting to enjoy sport, music, gathering as art exhibitions, fashion shows, corporate galas and with friends, or just taking a relaxing walk. sport competitions. 32 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 33
2 Venues and Legacy 2 12 & 13. Paris Expo – Halls I & IV 14. Parc des Princes With its fabulous view of the Eiffel tower, Paris Expo is Europe's largest exhibition The Parc des Princes is a modern multipurpose sports arena, featuring a distinctive venue,ultramodern and functional, capable of adapting to suit any large-scale event. avant-garde architectural design and offering optimal conditions for athletes and spectators alike, on par with the highest standards in the world. 12,000 6,000 14 km 45,000 12 km Handball Table Tennis I The venue Parc des Princes will host Football competitions for the Olympic Games. The Parc des Princes is a historic Football stadium located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, in the I Location immediate vicinity of the Stade Jean Bouin (Rugby venue) and within walking distance from Roland Garros The Parc des Princes is located in Paris, 12 km south (Tennis venue). of the Olympic Village. It is accessible by car through The current stadium was completed in 1972 by the Paris ring road and highway A13. In addition, it architect Roger Taillibert, who also built the Olympic benefits from regular bus service as well as multiple Stadium of Montreal. The design is innovative and rail connections through Metro lines 9 and 10. It is allows spectators to enjoy excellent sightlines, with also served by the Paris public bicycle-sharing system no seat being further than 45 meters from the pitch. (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with Parc des Princes was the first stadium where lighting multiple stations nearby. systems were integrated onto its elliptical roof, and it is still praised for its unique acoustics and its distinctive I Experience concrete ribs. The stadium has moved with times and adapted well to changing standards over the last forty In its long history, the Parc des Princes has hosted years. The most recent renovation was completed in myriad international events, including UEFA European 2014 and included: the creation of two new rows of Championships (1984), FIFA World Cup (1998), IRB I The venue Expo – Hall IV will host Table Tennis competitions for seating closer to the field of play; the replacement of the Olympic Games. all 45,000 seats; the installation of the latest generation Rugby World Cup (2007). The Parc des Princes will Paris Expo is an exhibition and convention centre, pitch; and the complete overhaul of athlete and host matches of the UEFA European Championships bordering the ring road at the Porte de Versailles, in spectator experience areas. in 2016. the 15th arrondissement of Paris. One of the busiest I Location complexes of its type across Europe and the largest Paris Expo is located 14 km south of the Olympic in France, Paris Expo now extends over an area of Village. It is accessible by car through via the Paris ring 35 hectares and welcomes 7.5 million visitors at its road. In addition, it benefits from regular bus service as facilities every year. well as multiple rail connections, including Metro Line With its fabulous view of the Eiffel Tower, Paris Expo 12, Tramway Lines 2 and 3. It is also served by the Paris builds on eighty years of experience and international public bicycle-sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car renown. Constructed in 1923 to accommodate the sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. Paris Trade Fair, the site has greatly expanded over the years to now offer almost 228,000 m² of exhibition I Experience space within its eight pavilions. Capable of adapting to suit any requirement, the venue facilitates the Over its nearly century-long history, Paris Expo has most audacious and innovative staging designs. An been the venue of numerous trade fairs and conventions ambitious renovation programme is currently underway and now hosts 200 events each year. Some of the to modernise the facilities and works are slated for largest annual events held on site include the Paris completion in 2023. Motor Show, the Paris Book Fair and the International Two competition venues and a live site celebrating the Agriculture Trade Show. Games will be hosted in this state-of-the-art complex. Featuring a new façade in 2024 (designed by architect Dominique Perrault), Paris Expo – Hall I is the largest of the pavilions and will host Handball competitions. Paris 34 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 35
2 Venues and Legacy 2 15. Stade Jean-Bouin 16. Roland-Garros A temple of Rugby over the last century and a remarkable architectural gem after its A hub for international clay court Tennis in Paris, Roland-Garros combines prestige, complete renovation in 2013, Stade Jean Bouin is a highly efficient, sustainable and innovation and quality as well as an important sustainability focus whilst building on adaptable venue. its unparalleled legendary history. 20,000 12 km 15,000 12 km Court P. Chatrier I The venue I Location I The venue Paralympic Games as, in addition to Wheelchair Tennis (Court Suzanne-Lenglen), it will host competitions The Stade Jean Bouin is a multipurpose venue in the The Stade Jean Bouin is located 12 km south of the Roland-Garros is the iconic Tennis venue of Paris, for Football 5 a side (Court des Serres), Wheelchair 16th arrondissement, located in the immediate vicinity Olympic Village. It is accessible by car through the Paris located in the 16th arrondissement, within walking Basketball (preliminary phase) and Wheelchair Rugby of Parc des Princes (Football venue) and within walking ring road and highway A13. In addition, it benefits from distance of Parc des Princes (Football venue) and (Court Philippe-Chartrier). distance from Roland-Garros (Tennis venue). regular bus service as well as multiple rail connections Stade Jean Bouin (Rugby venue). Named after Olympian middle-distance runner Jean through Metro lines 9 and 10. It is also served by the Honouring the memory of French aviator Roland Garros, I Location Bouin, the stadium was originally constructed in 1925 Paris public bicycle-sharing system (Vélib’) and electric the complex was originally built in 1928 to hold the and underwent a complete renovation in 2013. The car sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple stations Davis Cup. It now covers an area of 8.5 hectares, with Roland-Garros is located 12 km south of the Olympic design of architect Rudy Ricciotti expanded the venue’s nearby. twenty clay court, among which three show courts. It is and Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car through capacity to 20,000 spectators and adorned it with an the headquarters of the French Tennis Federation and the Paris ring road and highway A13. In addition, it asymmetric roof, undulating in three dimensions and I Experience hosts the French Open, one of the four annual elite benefits from regular bus service as well as multiple featuring a distinctive mesh pattern. grand slam tournaments. rail connections through Metro lines 9 and 10. It is The Stade Jean Bouin offers numerous VIP suites and Following its renovation, the Stade Jean Bouin hosted A major renovation project is currently underway that also served by the Paris public bicycle-sharing system media facilities as well as corporate event space. In the IRB Women’s World Cup finals in 2014. The venue will expand the site to over 11 hectares by the time (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with addition, it has incorporated sustainable technology will also host the World Rugby Sevens Series in 2016. of its completion in 2019. The new Roland-Garros will multiple stations nearby. to benefit from solar panels installed on its roof and see: the installation of a retractable roof on the main to recycle rainwater for irrigation purposes. An indoor court (Court Philippe-Chatrier); a new media centre; I Experience gymnasium and tennis courts are located adjacent to technological upgrades; and new courts and buildings the stadium. The pitch, composed of natural grass, was to support competition and logistics operations. Roland-Garros has hosted the French Open since installed with the latest innovative grass technology. Roland-Garros will host Tennis competitions for the 1928, welcoming 450,000 spectators over a two-week The Stade Jean Bouin will host the Rugby Sevens Olympic Games. It will also be a major hub for the period each year at its peak event. competitions for the Olympic Games. 36 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 37
2 Venues and Legacy 2 17. Bercy Arena I 19. Arena 92 Receiving more than 30 million spectators over the last thirty years, Bercy Arena I An unparalleled venue, Arena 92 will be the largest, most modern and most modular reopened in October 2015 after 18 months of intensive renovation work, reaffirming arena in Europe, perfectly adapted to welcome Olympic competitions. its place as one of the Top 5 global indoor arenas. 15,000 19 km 17,500 6,000 15 km Gymnastics Weightlifting I The venue Bercy Arena I has been the prime indoor events arena of Paris since its construction in 1984. Situated in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, it combines the biggest concert venue in France, welcoming international superstar concerts, with a highly flexible, state-of-the- art indoor sports arena. Conceived by architects Michel Andrault and Pierre Parat, Bercy Arena I is distinguished by its pyramidal shape and grass-covered sloping walls. The venue underwent a major renovation in 2014-2015 which modernized its technological infrastructure as well as the look and feel of the arena with a special focus on spectator experience, achieving the highest levels of international standards. A multi-purpose venue, Bercy Arena I has repeatedly proven its flexibility, I Location having accommodated over thirty million spectators at hundreds of events, ranging from athletics, basketball, Bercy Arena I is located 19 km south-east of the equestrian, judo, handball, ice hockey, tennis, Olympic and Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car I The venue Arena 92 will host all Gymnastics and Weightlifting motocross and rugby competitions to conventions, via the Paris ring road and is within walking distance competitions for the Olympic Games. concerts and shows. from the Gare de Lyon. In addition, the venue benefits Arena 92 is a multi-purpose venue currently under Bercy Arena I will host the Judo competition and from regular bus services as well as multiple subway construction and nearing completion. Its name Basketball finals for the Olympic Games and the connections through Metro Lines 1, 6 and 14 (the isderived from its geographical code (92—the Hauts- I Location Wheelchair Basketball finals for the Paralympic Games. latter offering a direct connection to the Olympic de-Seine department in the Paris region). Arena 92 and Paralympic Village by 2024), Suburban railway is conveniently located in Nanterre-La Défense in the Arena 92 is located 15 km south-west of the Olympic RER A, Suburban railway RER D, connecting directly western suburbs of Paris. Village. It is accessible by car via highways A14 and to Gare du Nord and Gare de Lyon high-speed train A86. In addition, it benefits from regular bus service as stations as well as to another station inside the Paris Upon completion, Arena 92 will be the largest indoor well as multiple rail connections through Metro lines 1 city centre. It is also served by the Paris public bicycle- arena in Europe. Conceived by architect Christian and 15 (the latter by 2024), Tramway line 2, Suburban sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car sharing system de Portzamparc, the venue will take its place as a railways RER A and RER E (the latter by 2022), Transilien (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. modern landmark in the architectural showcase that is train service lines L and U. It is also served by the Paris La Defense district. It is being built to meet the latest public bicycle-sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car I Experience environmental standards, both during the construction sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. phase (in the choice of building materials and the incorporation of renewable energy features such I Experience Bercy Arena I has hosted a number of international as solar panels) and during operations (in efficient events, including IAAF World Indoor Championships energy consumption, recycling rainwater for irrigation 1997, ATP Masters 1000 (since 1986; annual event), purposes, etc.). Arena 92 will host matches of the IHF Men’s World Eurobasket Finals 1999, Judo Grand Slam Paris (since Handball Championships in 2017. 2004; annual event)… Future large-scale events Its modular design will be able to accommodate a wide at the venue include: IHF Men’s World Handball range of sport and cultural events in three different Championships 2017 and UWW World Senior Wrestling configurations. Endowed with excellent acoustics and Championships 2017. 1,600 m² of high definition screens, the venue will allow for a spectacular sport presentation programme. 38 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 39
2 Venues and Legacy 2 20. Stade Yves-du-Manoir 21 Zenith Paris Stade Yves-du-Manoir is a highly functional sports venue continuing its legacy as the One of the largest concert and entertainment venues in Paris, the Zenith Paris has main stadium of the Paris 1924 Olympic Games.. been a focal point for Paris’s diverse cultural scene for more than thirty years. 10,000 9 km 6,000 8 km I The venue The Zenith Paris will host Boxing competitions for the Olympic Games and Powerlifting competitions for the The Zenith Paris is a purpose-built concert and Paralympic Games. entertainment venue in the Villette Park that opened its doors in 1983. It is located in the 19th arrondissement, I Location within walking distance from the Villette Great Hall (Judo and Taekwondo venue for the Paralympic The Zenith Paris is located 8 km east of the Olympic Games). and Paralympic Village. It isaccessible by car via the Originally conceived as a temporary venue by architects Paris ring road. In addition, it benefits from regular bus Philippe Chaix and Jean-Paul Morel, the Zenith Paris services as well as multiple rail connections through quickly became a focal point of the cultural scene of Metro lines 5 and 7, Suburban railway RER E and Paris, now welcoming 700,000 spectators each year. Tramway Line 3b. It is also served by the Paris public The seating arrangement is modular, allowing for bicycle-sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car sharing multiple configurations and capacities. The venue’s service (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. concept was inspired by ancient Greek amphitheatres, affording excellent sightlines to all spectators. I Experience The Zenith’s lineup (170 events annually) includes I The venue I Location rock concerts, French and international popular music The Zenith Paris hosts over 170 cultural and sports The Stade Yves-du-Manoir is located 9 km west of performances, one-man and one-woman shows, sport events each year including, among others, theBasketball The Stade Yves-du-Manoir is one of the most iconic the Olympic Village. The venue is accessible by car competitions like the Basketball All Star Game of All Star Game of France in 2014. stadia in France, having welcomed the world as the via highway A86. In addition, it benefits from regular France and other entertainment. The venue’s success premier venue of the Paris 1924 Olympic Games. It bus services as well as a rail connection through the gave birth to a chain of new halls throughout France is situated in Colombes, north-west of Paris, and is Transilien regional train service (line J) directly from under the Zenith brand. named in memory of French rugby player Yves du Gare Saint Lazare in the centre of Paris. It is also Manoir. served by the Paris public electric car sharing service Upon its designation as the main site for the Games of (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. the VIII Olympiad, architect Louis Faurre-Dujarric was appointed to design the stadium, which served as the I Experience French capital’s largest venue until the completion of Parc des Princes (Football venue) in 1972. Since its inception in 1924, the Stade Yves-du-Manoir The area surrounding the stadium has been dedicated has hosted a number of international events, including to the practice of sport since the late 19th century. A Games of the VIII Olympiad 1924, FIFA World Cup 1938 multipurpose venue from the very beginning, the Stade and European Athletics Championships 1938 Yves-du-Manoir has since accommodated numerous national and international athletics, rugby and football competitions. It has been renovated regularly through the years. Including its surrounding area, the sports complex covers a total of 24 hectares that features a secondary stadium and additional playing fields that are available for community use. The Stade Yves-du-Manoir will host Hockey competitions for the Olympic Games. 40 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 41
2 Venues and Legacy 2 22. Water Sports Centre (Vaires-sur-Marne) 23. Chateau de Versailles A tangible legacy of the Paris 2012 bid, the Water Sports Centre in Vaires-sur-Marne An invaluable asset to the Paris 2024 concept, the Chateau de Versailles’ magnificent will provide an ideal setting for water sports in the Paris 2024 concept. buildings and inspiring gardens comprise one of the most famous world heritage sites. 10,000 12,000 39 km 20,000 33 km Rowing/Canoe Sprint Canoe Slalom + 80,000 standing I The venue I Location I The venue The Chateau de Versailles, with its long equestrian tradition that traces back to the 17th century, will The Water Sports Centre is a successful example of The Water Sports Centre is sitting on the bank of the The Chateau de Versailles is a world-renowned royal offer the rare combination of the convenience and transformation of disused industrial land into apark Marne River, 39 km east of the Olympic and Paralympic palace on the edge of Paris. With its majestic buildings sustainable use of permanent equestrian facilities with for leisure and water sports at the service of the local Village. It is accessible by car via highways A1 and A4. and gardens, it was the first monument in France to be the allure of a World Heritage site as backdrop. community. A former sand quarry in the east of Paris, In addition, it benefits from multiple rail connections to declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979. the site was redeveloped by the Paris region in the late Paris, including Metro line 16 (direct connection to the Originally a hunting lodge, Chateau de Versailles was I Location 1980’s and now welcomes over 500,000 visitors each Olympic and Paralympic Village – expected by 2024), expanded into a royal compound under the reign of year who can practice a variety of sports at its facilities. Suburban railway RER A, Suburban railway RER E. Louis XIV, who relocated his court there in 1682. Since The Chateau de Versailles is located 33 km south-west As a legacy of the technical studies undertaken for 1833, Chateau de Versailles has been a national museum of the Olympic and Paralympic Village. It is accessible the Paris 2012 Olympic bid, the venue is currently I Experience open to the public. The gardens of the Chateau cover by car via highway A13. In addition, it benefits from undergoing a major renovation designed by the an area of 800 hectares. They are one of the finest regular bus service as well as multiple rail connections architectural firm Auer+Weber and Associates. The Water Sports Centre hosted the ICF Canoe Sprint examples of the French garden style. through Suburban railway RER C, Transilien train Slated for completion in 2018, the project will see World Championships in 1991. Future large-scale events Among them lies the Etoile Royale, a circular esplanade service lines L, N and U, connecting directly to Gare the construction of a white water centre featuring a at the venue include 10th Gay Games 2018 (rowing) on the west end of the 1,500 metre long Grand Canal. Saint-Lazare and Gare Montparnasse. 250-metre obstacle course, the modernisation of the and France Elite Canoe Slalom Championships 2018. This will be the location of the temporary arena that 2,200 metre long rowing lake and supporting facilities will host the Equestrian Dressage and Jumping events I Experience as well as the addition of a media centre and athlete (including the dressage and jumping phases of the accommodation. Eventing competition), as well as the riding event The Chateau de Versailles has hosted an annual running The venue will host all Rowing and Canoe competitions of Modern Pentathlon. The same arena will host the tour through its gardens since 2012, attracting over for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Equestrian Dressage events for the Paralympic Games. 14,000 participants. The venue accommodates over six million visitors per year. 42 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 43
2 Venues and Legacy 2 24 & 25 Velodrome national and BMX track 26. Elancourt Hill A direct legacy of Paris 2012 bid, the Velodrome national combines an indoor Olympic Elancourt Hill adds to the Paris 2024 concept vast natural green spaces and a unique track, a covered BMX track and the flexibility to be transformed into a state-of-the- vantage point as the highest elevation in the Paris region. art sports arena and concert hall. 5,000 6,000 37 km 2,000 41 km Cycling Track BMX + 20,000 standing Modern Pentathlon (Fencing) I The venue The Velodrome national will host the Cycling Track The Velodrome national is located in the town of Saint and BMX competitions for the Olympic Games and the Quentin-en-Yvelines, within 6 km of the Golf national Cycling Track competitions for the Paralympic Games. venue. It is the national headquarters of the French Cycling Federation. I Location A direct legacy of the Paris 2012 Olympic bid proposal, the Velodrome national was completed in 2014 based The Velodrome national is located 37 km west of the on a design by the architectural firm Chabanne and Olympic and ParalympicVillage. It is accessible by Associates. The venue features a unique 250 metre car via highways A12 and N12. In addition, the Saint- long, 8 metre wide track made of Siberian pine, with a Quentin-en-Yvelines railway station, located less 43° bend inclination and a 13° straight inclination. The than 1 km from the venue, benefits from multiple rail track was developed by Ralph Schürmann, who was connections to Paris, including Suburban railway RER also behind the design of the Beijing 2008 velodrome. C, Transilien regional train service lines N and U, with The site benefits from 5,000 m² of multi-purpose direct connections to Paris Montparnasse high-speed outdoor space for sports activities as well as an train station and to the business and financial centre outdoor BMX arena. The latter will be redeveloped of La Defense. to a unique design for the Olympic Games. A highly flexible and adaptable venue, the Velodrome national I Experience regularly holds events and training sessions for other sport disciplines in the infield, such as badminton and The National Velodrome hosted the UCI Track Cycling I The venue Elancourt Hill will host the Mountain Bike competitions combat sports, as well as fitness classes that are open World Championships in January 2015 as its inaugural for the Olympic Games. to the community. event. It regularly hosts national competitions both in Elancourt Hill is located between the towns of Elancourt track cycling and BMX. and Trappes, within 7 km from the National Velodrome I Location (Cycling Track venue). At 231 meters, it is the highest elevation in the Paris region. The top of the hill offers Elancourt Hill is located 41 km west of the Olympic a formidable view extending to the Eiffel Tower and Village. It is accessible by car via highways A12 and forests near Paris. N12. In addition, it benefits from regular bus service The artificial hill occupies the area of former as well as multiple rail connections to Paris: Suburban gritstone quarries that supplied building materials to railway RER C, Transilien train service lines N and U. contractors. Following the closure of the quarries in the mid-20th century, the site became a landfill until I Experience it was permanently shut down in 1975. An ambitious remediation programme followed into the 1980’s, Elancourt Hill regularly hosts events across a number which turned the hill into a leisure park that is open to of sport disciplines, including cycling, paragliding the community. and running. The 2016 National Mountain Bike The municipal authorities have authorised plans for Championships of France will take place at the venue. additional investments to the site, in order to turn it into an extreme sports attraction, with a particular focus on the improvement of the existing mountain bike course. The project is expected to be completed in phases by 2021. 44 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 45
2 Venues and Legacy 2 27. Golf National 28. Marina - Marseille The renowned Golf National is one of Europe's top 20 golf courses, a beautiful and Situated in Marseille in a beautiful bay under the Mediterranean sun, the Marina innovative setting to welcome the highest levels of international competition. providesan exceptional venue for international sailing competitions. 5,000 41 km 5,000 3h10 by train + 30,000 standing + 10,000 standing Marseille hosted its first Sailing regatta in 1846. The site of the Marina has progressively expanded to now also include the Sailing centre, which is open to the community for training or leisure. It is also a centre for the national sailing team of France and a regular host of national and international events. Thanks to its modularity, spread, excellent weather conditions and weak tides, the venue can comfortably respond to different race scenarios and offer a unique competition for participating athletes. The Corniche (a seaside roadway following the Mediterranean coast) provides an excellent viewpoint for spectators. The Marina will host Sailing competitions for the Olympic Games. I Location The Marina is located 5 km south of the city centre of I The venue Paris and the French Ministry of Environment in order Marseille and 3 km from the Stade Velodrome (Football to advance the priorities of environmental stewardship venue). Marseille can be reached from Paris by plane Golf National is one of the finest championship courses and preservation of the land’s historical significance. (1h15) or rail (3h00). The venue is accessible by car via in Europe, located in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, 41 km highways A7 and A55. It also benefits from regular bus The venue will host the Golf competitions for the service and connections to the main train station via from the Olympic Village. Owned and managed by Olympic Games. line 2 of the Marseille Metro. the French Golf Federation, the venue was conceived as a permanent home for the annual French Open tournament and as a national training facility. I Location I Experience Golf National opened in 1991, following three years Golf National is located 41 km south-west of the of construction on what was originally a flat piece of The Marina has hosted numerous international and land of 139 hectares. On this “blank canvas”, designer Olympic Village. It is accessibleby car via highways I The venue national events, including the 2002 ISAF World Games. Hubert Chesneau imagined natural grandstands, A12 and A13. In addition, it benefits from regular bus numerous link-style bunkers and vast undulating service as well as multiple rail connections to Paris, including Suburban railway RER C, Transilien train Marseille is located on the Mediterranean coast of fairways, thus creating a unique venue. service lines N and U with direct connections to the France. It boasts a multicultural character and a long The site features three championship courses (Albatros, Paris Montparnasse high-speed train station and to the history as a major trade centre since its founding in Aigle and Oiselet). Albatros is the main 18-hole course business and financial centre of La Defense. 600 B.C. by Greek settlers. It is today France's second used for international competitions, offering a very high largest city, its largest commercial port as well as a level of competitiveness and complexity. It is currently leading cruise port and freight port. being redeveloped in preparation for the 2018 Ryder I Experience Marseille has been appointed the 2013 European Cup. Capital of Culture and the 2017 European Capital of Golf National has a long history of dedication to Golf National has been the permanent venue of the Sport, recognising its commitments toward the role of sustainable practices, regularly collaborating with French Open tournament since 1991. The venue will sport in the improvement of quality of life, physical and organisations such as the Natural History Museum of also host the Ryder Cup in 2018. psychological health and integration of a diversity of social groups. 46 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 47
2 Venues and Legacy 2 29. Stade Velodrome - Marseille 30. Stadium de Toulouse The Stade Velodrome is a legendary sports venue on the Mediterranean coast and A regular host for international sports events held in France, the Stadium de Toulouse the second largest stadium in France. It has been recently renovated to deliver the recently underwent a complete renovation to offers outstanding experiences to highest international standards in technology, comfort and services. spectators. 67,000 3h10 by train 33,000 3h by train (2023) I The venue based on the latest innovative grass technology. The Stadium de Toulouse will host Football competitions Toulouse is a city in southwestern France, near the for the Olympic Games. Pyrenees, in the Midi-Pyrenees region, half way between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean seas. Settled on the Garonne River, Toulouse inherited its I Location nickname “La Ville Rose” (the pink city) from its typical pseudo-Roman Style streets and red brick buildings. The Stadium de Toulouse is located 4 km south of the The warm climate, famous gastronomy, significant city centre of Toulouse, in the south of France. Toulouse student population and friendly residents give Toulouse can be reached from Paris by plane (1h10) through an inviting ambience. Toulouse-Blagnac Airport situated approximately Constructed in 1937 on designs by architect Jean 7 km northwest of the city centre or rail (4:30). The Montariol, the Stadium de Toulouse sits on a privileged venue is accessible by car via the Toulouse ring road. island location on the Garonne River. The stadium In addition, it benefits from regular bus service as well reopened in 2016 following a complete renovation as multiple rail connections through Metro line B and that provided a number of necessary upgrade and Tramway line 1. maintenance works. I The venue The Stade Velodrome will host Football competitions I Experience for the Olympic Games. The project, led by the architectural firm Cardete Marseille is located on the Mediterranean coast of Huet / Pierre Ferret, included the improvement of The Stadium de Toulouse has hosted a number of France. It boasts a multicultural character and a long sightlines by redesigning the stands to provide extra international events, including FIFA World Cup 1938, history as a major trade centre since its founding I Location comfort and a maximum of 33,000 spectators under FIFA World Cup 1998 and IRB Rugby World Cup 2007. in 600 B.C. by Greek settlers. It is today France's its roof. The replacement of the turf and improvements The Stadium de Toulouse will host matches of the second largest city, its largest commercial port as well The Stade Velodrome is located 4 km south of the city in the security and technology infrastructure were also UEFA European Championships in 2016. as a leading cruise port and freight port. Marseille centre of Marseille and 3 km from the Marina (Sailing completed. The renovated pitch is natural grass and has been appointed the 2013 European Capital of venue) on the Mediterranean coast of France. Marseille Culture and the 2017 European Capital of Sport, can be reached from Paris by plane (1h15) or rail recognising its commitments toward the role of sport (3h00). The venue is easily accessible either by car via in the improvement of quality of life, physical and highways A7 and A55. It also benefits from regular bus psychological health and integration of a diversity of service and connections to the main train station via social groups. line 2 of the Marseille Metro. The Stade Velodrome was constructed in 1937. The I Experience venue underwent its most recent renovation in 2014. The latest enhancements included the installation of a Throughout its storied history, the Stade Velodrome has modern roof, new VIP suites, modern media facilities, hosted a number of international events,including FIFA and the expansion of seating capacity to 67,000 World Cup 1938, UEFA European Championships 1984, spectators. It is now the second largest stadium in FIFA World Cup 1998 and IRB Rugby World Cup 2007. France. Future large-scale events at the venue include UEFA Despite its size, the venue benefits from an exemplary European Championships 2016 and FIFA Women’s environmental design, thanks to innovations such as World Cup 2019. recovering heat from a nearby water treatment plant that reduces heating needs by half, and the capability to recycle rainwater from the roof for irrigation purposes. 48 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 49
2 Venues and Legacy 2 31. Stade de Bordeaux 32. Stade de la Beaujoire - Nantes One of the largest stadiums in France, combining an impressive design with state-of- Competent and highly functional, the Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes is well known the-art multi-purpose capability, the Stade de Bordeaux offers an optimal experience forcreating an extraordinary fan atmosphere. to all visitors in a beautiful city. 42,000 2h by train (2017) 38,000 2h by train I The venue The Stade de Bordeaux will host Football competitions I The venue I Location for the Olympic Games. Bordeaux is a port city, built on the banks of the Garonne Nantes is a city in western France, located on the The Stade de la Beaujoire is located 5 km north River, in southwestern France. It is known around I Location Loire River. It is the sixth largest city in France, with a of the city centre of Nantes, in the west of France. the world as one of the world’s major wine industry metropolitan population of about 900,000. Nantes is Nantes can be reached from Paris by rail (2h00) or air centres. The new millennium was a major turning point The Stade de Bordeaux is located 7 km north of the city known as a highly liveable city and a hub for innovation. (1h00). The venue, located 20 km from the Nantes- for the Bordeaux, targeting massive renovation such centre of Bordeaux, on the Atlantic coast of France. In 2013, Nantes was recognized as a European Green Atlantique International Airport, is accessible by car as making its streets pedestrian friendly, restoring its Bordeaux can be reached from Paris by plane (1h00) Capital for its commitments to fighting against climate via highways A11, E62 and the Nantes ring road. In neoclassical architecture and implementing a high- or train (2h00 from 2017 onwards). The venue is easily change and preserving biodiversity. addition, it benefits from regular bus service as well as tech public transport system throughout the city. In accessible either by car via the Bordeaux ring road or The Stade de la Beaujoire is the main stadium of connections through Tramway Line 1. 2007, the historic part of the Bordeaux (representing by public transportation such as tram (lines B & C) or the city of Nantes. It was completed in 1984 on the half of its entire footprint) was declared a UNESCO buses. occasion of the UEFA European Championships, based I Experience World Heritage Site, making it the largest urban site on a design by architect Berdje Agopyan. It has since enjoying this prestigious status. been upgraded regularly to keep up with the latest The Stade de la Beaujoire has hosted a number The brand new Stade de Bordeaux was completed I Experience standards of safety and comfort for athletes, media of international events, including UEFA European in 2015 based on a design by the architectural firm Opened in 2015, upcoming events for the Stade de and spectators alike. The venue features a distinctive Championships 1984, FIFA World Cup 1998 and IRB Herzog and de Meuron, who also built the world Bordeaux include matches of the 2016 UEFA European roof that provides for a fully covered seating bowl. It Rugby World Cup 2007. Future large-scale events at renowned Beijing National Stadium. The Stade de Championships. is recognized for its unique atmosphere during games the venue include UEFA European Championships Bordeaux features a fully covered seating bowl that created by the numerous enthusiastic football fans in 2016 and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019. can accommodate up to 42,000 spectators. the region. The venue blends gracefully into its surroundings. It The Stade de la Beaujoire will host Football competitions 2 is also a leader in sustainability, with 700 m of solar for the Olympic Games. panels installed on its roof and the capability to recycle rainwater for irrigation purposes. 50 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 51
2 Venues and Legacy 2 33. Stade Pierre-Mauroy - Lille 34. Stade de Lyon Designed as an ultra-modern sports facility, the Stade Pierre-Mauroy is architecturally The Stade de Lyon has been designed as a state-of-the-art multi-purpose arena impressive, with a unique ability to transform and cutting-edge features. which can easily adapt to the constantly evolving spectator expectations. 50,000 1h by train 58,000 2h by train I The venue I Location I The venue pitch was designed based on the latest innovative grass technology. Lille claims its place as the fourth largest metropolitan The Stade Pierre-Mauroy is located 6 km east of the Lyon is the capital of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes The Stade de Lyon will host Football competitions for area (1.9 million residents) in France. With 36% of the city centre. Lille can be reached from Paris by rail region, near the French Alps. It is the third largest city the Olympic Games. population aged under 25, Lille is a vibrant, young and (1h10). Thanks to its strategic location at the heart of in France and an important geographical crossroad dynamic city. In 2004, Lille was named the European the European rail network, the city is also within easy of Europe. The city is known for its historical and Capital of Culture and obtained the title of City of Art reach of London (1h20), Brussels (0:35) and Amsterdam architectural landmarks and is a UNESCO World I Location and History. The city has hence underlined its status (2h40). The venue, located 5 km from the Lille-Lesquin Heritage site. Since the late 20th century, it has as an excellent destination for culture and tourism, International Airport, is accessible by car via highways developed a reputation as the capital of gastronomy The stadium is located 18 km east of the city centre confirming its position on the European map of tourism A1, A23 and A27. In addition, it benefits from regular in France and in the world. From an economic point of of Lyon, in the east of France. Lyon can be reached and trade events. bus service as well as multiple rail connections through view, Lyon is an attractive, dynamic city thanks to easy from Paris by train (1h50). The venue, which is located The multipurpose Stade Pierre-Mauroy was completed Metro lines 1 and 2. access from all over Europe, the availability of qualified 10 km from the Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport (1h10 by in 2012. The Stade Pierre-Mauroy is known for its workforce and research centres and the development plane from Paris), is easily accessible either by car via flexibility and state-of-the-art technology. For Football I Experience of a thriving IT services industry. highways (A7, A432) or by tram (line 3 in particular and Rugby events, the lower and upper seating bowls The brand new Stade de Lyon opened in January 2016 connects the stadium to both train stations and the can accommodate up to 50,000 spectators. For its based on a design by the architectural firm Populous. airport). In the three years since completion, the Stade Pierre- indoor configuration, the venue roof can cover the Mauroy has hosted a number of important events, The impressive, multipurpose complex features a stadium in thirty minutes. including the 2014 Davis Cup finals between France state-of-the-art pitch, ample athlete preparation and I Experience 2 The pitch is equipped with a hydraulic lift and massive and Switzerland, where a record was broken for the media areas, hotels, restaurants and over 8,000 m of tracks and is therefore retractable, enabling a smaller highest attendance ever for an officially-sanctioned exhibition space. Opened in 2016, upcoming large-scale events at the arena to be created using the 30,000 seat upper competition tennis match. The venue also hosted The stadium’s environmental impact is moderated venue include UEFA European Championships 2016 bowl for tennis and extreme sports events as well as the Eurobasket finals in 2015 with its indoor arena thanks to solar panels installed on the roof, a natural and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019. concerts. Solar panels and wind turbines installed on configuration. Future large-scale events at the venue ventilation system and the capability to recycle the roof help to significantly reduce the venue’s carbon include UEFA European Championships 2016 and IHF rainwater for irrigation purposes. The natural grass footprint. World Men’s Handball Championships 2017. The Stade Pierre-Mauroy will host Football competitions for the Olympic Games. 52 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 53
2 Venues and Legacy 2 35. Stade Geoffroy-Guichard - Saint-Étienne 36. Stade de Nice While preserving its legendary architectural features, the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard An architectural jewel on the French Riviera, the Stade de Nice is a multi-purpose was fully revamped recently and is now perfectly equipped to host international venue, featuring state-of-the-art technology and advanced sustainability initiatives. sports events. 42,000 2h50 by train 35,000 1h20 by plane I The venue I The venue rainwater for irrigation purposes, and a rigorous waste sorting scheme implemented during all major events The Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, named after a famous One of the most attractive cities in France and ideally on site. entrepreneur and former owner of the stadium, is the located on the French Riviera, Nice is a Mediterranean The Stade de Nice will host Football competitions for main stadium of the city of Saint-Etienne. city that has been enjoying a genuine economic, the Olympic Games. Saint-Etienne evolved as an industrial town capitalising cultural, artistic and architectural revolution in recent on arms manufacture, manufacture of ribbons, and years. Creative, dynamic, cosmopolitan and young, later, coal mining. With the decline of these traditional Nice is bubbling with innovative achievements worthy I Location industries, Saint-Etienne has focused on design, new of Europe’s greatest capitals. technologies, heritage and culture. It was named a The Stade de Nice was completed in 2013, featuring The Stade de Nice is located 10 km northeast of the City of Art and History in 2000 and a UNESCO City of the highest standards of quality. The venue has city centre. Nice can be reached from Paris by plane Design in 2010. been conceived as a multi-purpose venue which can (1h20) or train (5:30). The venue is accessible either by accommodate football, rugby, lawn tennis and even car via highway A8 which runs alongside the stadium or Constructed in 1931, the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard motor sports on its pitch. It hosts over 150 events a year via public transportation (train, bus). Free shuttles and has been upgraded over the years to accommodate thanks to its 10,000 m2 secure pedestrian walkways ensure a smooth access the latest requirements and standards. The current of hospitality and exhibition to the stadium during major events. renovation project, slated for completion in early space. It also hosts the French National Museum of 2016, include the expansion of seating capacity to Sport, which attracted over 40,000 visitors in its first 42,000 spectators, the upgrade of technological and year thanks to a collection of 45,000 items spanning I Experience accessibility features and the installation of a new roof three centuries of sport history. to provide a modern and aesthetically uniform look to I Location The Stade de Nice is a showcase for sustainability, Future large-scale events at Stade de Nice include the venue. with 7,000 m2 UEFA European Championships 2016 and FIFA of solar panels installed on its roof, a Women’s World Cup 2019. The stadium demonstrates strong environmental The Stade Geoffroy-Guichard is located 4 km north of frame constructed of wood and steel (reducing CO2 credentials. It also houses the first museum of Football the city centre of Saint-Etienne, in the south-east of emissions by 3,000 tons), the capability to recycle in France, which has welcomed over 100,000 visitors France. Saint-Etienne has regular rail connections to since 2013. Lyon (40 minutes), which will act as the main hub for arrivals from Paris by plane (1h10) or train (1h50). The The Stade Geoffroy-Guichard will host Football Saint-Etienne high-speed train station is located 3 km competitions for the Olympic Games. from the stadium, which is also easily accessible either by car via highway A72 or by public transportation via tram (lines T1 and T2) and buses (lines 8 & 9). I Experience Over its long history, the Stade Geoffoy-Guichard has hosted a number of international events, including UEFA European Championships 1984, FIFA World Cup 1998 and IRB Rugby World Cup 2007. The Stade Geoffroy-Guichard will host matches of the UEFA European Championships in 2016. 54 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 55
2 Venues and Legacy 2 37. La Villette Great Hall 38. Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin Situated in the largest urban cultural park in the capital, La Villette Great Hall is a A major Parisian sport heritage, the Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin is a multi-purpose national monument and a highly flexible multi-purpose venue. venue, highly flexible and perfectly adapted to host elite sports competitions. 5,000 8 km 4,000 12 km I The venue The Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin will host Boccia competitions for the Paralympic Games. The Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin is the historic indoor arena situated in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. I Location Built on the occasion of the Exposition Universelle (World Fair) of 1937 from a design by the architectural The Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin is located 14 km south firm Carre and Clavel, the Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin of the Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car via the was named after the founder of the modern Olympic Paris ring road. In addition, it benefits from regular movement who passed away the same year. This bus services as well as rail connection through Metro municipal venue has expanded over the decades into line 9. It is also served by the Paris public bicycle- a full sports complex, including two smaller courts, a sharing system (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service shooting range, tennis courts and a conference hall. (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. The Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin was fully renovated in 1990 by architect Didier Drummond, whose design I Experience added a new façade, expanded its seating capacity to 4,000, modernised the main arena, doubled the The Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin has hosted a number size of the athlete preparation areas, and expanded of international events, including the annual Challenge service areas including a medical facility, a lounge, a International de Paris (fencing), since 1953; the annual cafeteria and a state-of-the-art media room. A unique Grand Slam Paris (judo), 1971-1999; the annual WTA I The venue duration of the Games. 2 1,000 m glass wall enables all incoming spectators to Paris Open (tennis), 1993-2014; BWF Badminton World La Villette Great Hall will host the Judo and Taekwondo be immediately aware of the game in action. Championships, 2010. The venue has also hosted finals La Villette Great Hall is a national monument of the 19th competitions for the Paralympic Games. of the wheelchair basketball national championships, century and a masterpiece of industrial architecture. The multi-purpose venue is very flexible, regularly accommodating competitions in basketball, handball, most recently in 2014. The venue is situated in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, a vibrant area in the north-east suburbs which I Location judo, karate, tennis, boxing and fencing, among others. has developed architecture, leisure, culture and nature over the past decade. La Villette Great Hall is located 8 km east of the The cast-iron building was designed by architects Jules Paralympic Village. It is accessible by car via the ring de Mérindol and Louis-Adolphe Janvier and served as road. In addition, it benefits from regular bus services the city’s main abattoir from its opening in 1867 until its as well as multiple rail connections through Metro lines closure in 1974. Following an extensive renovation, the 5 and 7, Suburban railway RER E, Tramway Line 3b. It is Great Hall became a cultural and event centre, offering also served by the Paris public bicycle-sharing system great flexibility with 18,000 m² of exhibition space. (Vélib’) and electric car sharing service (Autolib’) with multiple stations nearby. The Great Hall is situated within the Villette Park, a hugely successful urban generation project of I Experience the 1980’s designed by architect Bernard Tschumi. Extending over 55 hectares, it is the largest public La Villette Great Hall hosts numerous cultural and park in Paris and plays host to a number of cultural exhibition events every year. institutions that attract a large number of visitors, including the Zenith (Boxing and Powerlifting venue), the Cité de Sciences et de l’Industrie, the Cité de la Musique and the recently opened Philharmonie de Paris. The Park will be the location of a live site for the 56 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 57
2 Venues and Legacy 2 increasing regular sports participation to improve A number of facilities do not feature in Legacy public health and well-being. This strategy will the venue guide on pages 26 to 57. particularly target those groups that are currently most Paris 2024 will use the Olympic and Paralympic removed from the benefits of sport participation. For Games as a unique catalyst to engage and benefit the example, people with an impairment will benefit from They are currently the subject of maximum number of people across our communities. new accessible sports infrastructure and investment in planning studies, with detailed Our bid will be the first stage of a seven-year journey specific para-sport programmes. Similarly, a strategy to renew the focus on sport as a means to create a to embed sports infrastructure in the public domain descriptions to be made available in the better world. will further promote sport for all. In this context, Paris near future. seeks to offer a new model for a modern sports city: The scale, impact and seven-year lifecycle of the one in which sport is fully integrated with the life of Games will create a platform to deliver a meaningful the city and its residents, and where urban spaces are These facilities are: and sustainable legacy helping to shape the France of reclaimed for sport. - The two permanent venues to be tomorrow. The Games will play their part in building a Another key legacy will be the development of nation that is defined by its dynamism, unity and status volunteer and citizen engagement, especially among constructed: the Aquatics Centre and as a global leader in sustainable development. the Bercy Arena II young people. The Games will be an opportunity to develop student volunteering programmes with - The Marville Water Polo Centre third-sector organisations, especially sports clubs, - The three temporary venues at Le A driver of growth and as part of school and university curricula. Meanwhile, Bourget. development the roll-out of existing citizenship programmes will accommodate specific initiatives promoting the Note that temporary infrastructure has Hosting the Games will create unparalleled opportunities Olympic and Paralympic Values and the benefits of been preferred here because there to drive international trade; promoteFrance, its regions sports participation to some of the hardest-to-reach is no long-term community need or and its ‘savoir-faire’; and to amplify the nation’s groups. economic rationale for permanent presence on the global stage. World-class delivery In addition, hosting the 2024 Paralympic Games will venues. and Games operations will further reinforce France’s offer a seven-year opportunity to grow interest in international attractiveness as a place to do business. Para-sport in France, so helping to bring profound The Games effect will touch the whole French economy, change in public attitudes towards impairment; and Le Bourget – Pavilion I driving employment, investment and spending. Beyond greater inclusion of people with an impairment in This venue, with a 7,000 capacity, specific capital projects, Paris 2024 will also foster a French society. Paris 2024 will maximise the potential dynamic atmosphere of entrepreneurism, helping to of Para-sport to deliver self-sustaining human, social will host Olympic and Paralympic kick-start further growth. and economic benefits. Badminton events in close proximity to the Media Village and the Main Media In addition, the Games will serve as a strong Centre. catalyst for regional development, particularly in the establishment of the new ‘Grand Paris’ metropolitan area, supporting existing plans through the creation of Le Bourget – Pavilion II new housing, transport links and community facilities With 12,000 seats, Le Bourget - in Paris’ suburban ring. The locations of the Olympic Pavillion II will stage Olympic and and Paralympic Village and Media Village will ensure they respond to the needs of local communities as Paralympic Volleyball events. identified by the Regional Development Strategy for the Ile de France region. These projects will deliver The Le Bourget Shooting Range 5,000 new homes in the areas that need them most. will host shooting event in both the Olympic and Paralympic Games, with a An agent for social and societal capacity of 3,000 seats. development Paris 2024 will deliver a significant social legacy, using sport as a pathway towards a more inclusive society, characterised by the values of solidarity, citizen engagement and personal responsibility. The Games will be the catalyst to unlock the full potential of France’s unique sports network with the aim of Le futur Village olympique et paralympique de Pleyel-Bords de Seine 58 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 59
3 - Paris 2024 bid committee 3 12th September rd 3 June 2015, a French Delegation is received in - in line to host football preliminaries, should Paris host Paris 2024 Lausanne by the IOC, within the framework of a the letter officialising the Paris the Games. These venues are Paris (Parc des Princes) new phase of the bidding procedure known as the Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Nice, Saint- “Invitation Phase”, allowing potential candidate cities bid for the 2024 Olympic and Etienne and Toulouse. to have discussions with the IOC. Paralympic Games, jointly signed st 21 January 2016, , the Paris 2024 bid committee Bid Timeline by Anne Hidalgo, the Mayor of signs its first partnership contract with La Française - Paris, and Denis Masseglia, the des Jeux (the French National lotteries and gaming President of CNOSF, is sent to agency). nd the IOC. 2 February2016, L’INSEP (the French national - high-performance sports institute) confirms its th commitment to Paris 2024 in a contract signed with 12 February 2015 - the bid committee. . - nd 8 February 2016, the Paris 2024 bid committee Bernard Lapasset, Chairman th 16 September 2015, the IOC publishes the official announces the signing of four new commercial 12th February 2015 of the Association Ambition list of the five cities bidding to host the 2024 Olympic partners: Caisse de Dépôts, Elior, JCDecaux and - Olympique et Paralympique, Tony and Paralympic Games. Budapest, Hamburg, Los RATP . Bernard Lapasset, the Chairman Estanguet, co-Chairman, member Angeles and Rome are Paris’ four other cities engaged of the French International Sports of the IOC and triple Olympic in the two-year campaign th - Committee (CFSI), submits champion, Guy Drut, CIO 25 September 2015, the CNOSF launches a public an in-depth feasibility study member, Anne Hidalgo, Mayor of engagement campaign, “Je rêve des Jeux” (“I dream into a possible Paris 20242 Paris, Denis Masseglia, President of the Games”), in support of the Paris 2024 bid. th 9th February 2016 bid to representatives of the of the French National Olympic 5 November 2015, the Board of Directors of the sports community, the national Committee (CNOSF), Emmanuelle Association Ambition Olympique et Paralympique - designates Pleyel - Bords de Seine as the site of the Paris 2024 bid committee government and relevant local Assmann, President of the French the future Olympic and Paralympic Village should officially unveils its logo. At authorities. National Paralympic Committee, Paris be successful in its bid. Dugny – Le Bourget is 20.24 (8.24pm) it is projected Jean-Paul Huchon, President consequently confirmed as the location for the Media onto the Arc de Triomphe Following this study, an of the Ile-De-France Region, Village. before the eyes of France and th th association is created with the Patrick Kanner, Minister for 18 and 19 November 2015, the International the world. role of developing a potential Urban Affairs, Youth and Sports, Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the IOC host a workshop in Lausanne for the cities bidding for the bid for the right to host the 2024 Thierry Braillard, Secretary of 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Olympic and Paralympic Games. State for Sports, announce, in the th - 4 December 2015, Tony Estanguet, co-Chairman of presence of a hundred French the Paris 2024 bid committee, participates as a guest international athletes, the official speaker at the Paris COP21. Paris Candidature for the 2024 13th December 2015, the Association Ambition - Olympic and Paralympic Games. Olympique et Paralympique working group is officially transformed into the new “Paris 2024” Public Interest Following this study, an association is created with the Group (GIP). role of developing a potential bid for the right to host th the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Le 18 December 2015, the newly created GIP Paris - 2024 brings its key stakeholders together for the first nd 2 April 2015, a new organisation, the Association time. This meeting results in the creation of an Athletes’ “Ambition Olympique et Paralympique” is formed. 7th September 2015, the Board of directors of the Committee, whose role will be to participate in the th Association Ambition Olympique et Paralympique development of Games plans; lead bid promotion; 13 April 2015, a significant majority of the Paris designates the city of Marseille as the venue for the and engage the sports community. The Commission City Council vote in favour of a Paris bid to secure Olympic sailing events, if Paris is successful in its bid. will be co-chaired by the Olympic Champion n Judo the right to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Teddy Riner and Paralympic Champion in Athletics Summer Games. Marie-Amélie Le Fur. th 7 May 2015, the Ile-De-France Regional Council th votes in favour of the project. Le 18 December 2015, the Board of Directors of GIP Paris 2024 announces the pre-selection of nine sites 62 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 63
Key dates for Paris 2024 The Games in numbers November 10 500 th 17 February 2016 General Assembly of the total number of - Olympic athletes the Paris 2024 bid committee Association of National Olympic competing in a submits its “Phase 1” Committees (ANOC) in Doha Summer Games Candidature File (Vision, Games Concept and Legacy) 4 350 to the IOC. The bid team Rio 2016 Games Debrief in Tokyo, takes the opportunity to host of the 2020 Olympic and total number 206 publically present its Games of Paralympic athletes project in a grand ceremony Paralympic Games competing in a Summer number of nations Games competing in the at the Philharmonie de Paris. 2017 Olympic Games At the same time, the official bid website is launched at th 3 February www.paris2024.org. Submission of the 3rd Candidature 22 File (: Games delivery, Experience Paralympic and Venue Legacy)to the IOC Sports 2016 th st 5 - 21 August March - April 2016 Summer Olympic Games, IOC Evaluation Commission visit 25 000 Rio di Janeiro journalists July expected th th on site 7 - 18 September IOC technical briefing in Lausanne 28 2016 Summer Paralympic Games, Rio di Janeiro. Olympic Sports th th 7 October 13 September 2017 Submission of the 2nd Candidature - 3.7 Bn File (Governance, Legal Aspects and Election by the IOC, in Lima, Fnance) to the IOC Peru, of the Host City for the TV viewers 2024 Olympic and Paralympic 1896 19 1924 Games Athens, Paris, Paris, I Olympiad II Olympiad VIII Olympiad of modern Era of modern Era of modern Era 64 - PARIS 2024 PARIS 2024 - 65
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