Most of the Paris Olympics 2024 will be held in the Metropolitan region of the city and neighbouring cities as well. These include St. Denis, Le Bourget, Nanterre, Versailles, Vaires-sur-Marne. Find out details of all the 2024 Olympics venues here.
Paris Zone Venues
Paris Aquatics Centre
The Aquatics Centre will connect to Stade de France via a footbridge over the A1 motorway. It features a modular design, transitioning from 5,000 to 2,500 seats post-Games. The low-carbon, bio-based structure includes a timber frame and a 5,000 sqm solar panel roof.
Grand Palais
This iconic Parisian venue has a rich history of hosting prestigious sporting and artistic events, including annual international art exhibitions and the 2010 World Fencing Championships.
Nord Paris Arena
The centre opened up in 1982, and is the second-largest in France. The facility will be used for boxing in for the upcoming Olympics 2024. It is around 23 km from the Olympic village, and close to Stade de France and the Aquatics centre.
Parc des Princes
Parc des Princes is home to the football club Paris Saint-Germain and will rightfully host the football competition at the Paris Olympics 2024. The 2016 Euros saw the stadium go through a major transformation elevating the seating capacity to 48,000.
Stade de France
France’s largest stadium, Stade de France will be used for Athletics and Rugby Sevens competitions. It was designed by architects Macary, Zublena, Regembal and Costantini, and was created for hosting the 1998 Football World Cup.
Pont Alexandre III
Pont Alexandre III is a bridge that connects two other Paris 2024 sports venues: the Grand Palais and Invalides. The bridge, that is also being counted as a venue, will serve as the finish line of the individual cycling time trials, swimming marathon, and triathlon.
Suburban Zones
Elancourt Hill
At an elevation of 231 m, Elancourt Hill is the highest region in Paris. The venue will play host to the Olympic mountain events and no major infrastructure has been created here, to minimise the impact on biodiversity.
Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome
Built 10 years ago, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome is a modern-day marvel. The venue has played host to some of the major cycling events in the world, including French Track Championships in 2014, the World Championships in 2015 and the European Championships in 2016.
National Olympic Nautical Stadium of Île-de-France
Designed by architects Auer+Weber+Assoziierte, the Vaires-Torcy complex centers on the lake, the white-water stadium, and the living area with a walkable landscaped roof. The 4,400 sqm sports center includes two white-water courses, a 2,200m rowing and canoe-kayak course, a sports medicine center, and a weight-training facility.
Outside Paris
Stade Matmut Atlantique, Bordeaux
The sustainable Bordeaux Stadium features a roof adorned with 700 sqm of solar panels and rainwater recycling for irrigation. Its distinctive design, characterized by hundreds of white beams, ensures easy recognition.
Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium
Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, home to AS Saint-Etienne, has hosted Euro 1984 and 1998 World Cup football matches, and the 2007 Rugby World Cup. Renovated for Euro 2016, it expanded capacity and modernized access.
Stade de la Beaujoire, Nantes
Designed by architect Berdje Agopyan, the Beaujoire Stadium’s curved style and fully covered stands make it a renowned venue in France, echoing with the chants of Nantes fans weekly. It has hosted major events like Euro 1984, the 1998 World Cup, and the 2007 Rugby World Cup.
Lyon Stadium
Designed by Populous, the stadium prioritizes sustainability with 100% renewable energy from rooftop solar panels. It features advanced pitch technology and extensive facilities including athlete areas, media spaces, and several restaurants across 8,000 sqm.
Stade Vélodrome, Marseille
For the Games, Roucas-Blanc Marina will undergo extensive adaptations to host Olympic-level competitions. Plans include constructing 7,000 sqm of buildings, reorganizing 17,000 sqm of outdoor spaces, and enhancing the basin for optimal venue conditions.
Pierre Mauroy Stadium, Lille
Stade Pierre-Mauroy features advanced technology like a convertible roof, transforming it from open to closed in 30 minutes. Since its construction, it has hosted international competitions and LOSC football club matches. It staged Davis Cup finals, Euro 2016 football matches, the European Basketball Championship, and the World Handball Championship.
Le Golf National
Owned by the French Golf Federation, Golf National was established in 1991 as the national technical center for golf and the venue for the annual French Open. Over three years, a flat 139-hectare site was transformed into a unique facility with two 18-hole courses and a 7-hole beginner course.
Bay of Marseille
For the Games, Roucas-Blanc Marina will transform into an Olympic-scale venue with 7,000 sqm of buildings and reorganized outdoor spaces covering 17,000 sqm. Located along Marseille’s La Corniche, it offers ideal conditions with steady winds and optimal coastal orientation, ensuring strategic competition settings.
Teahupo’o, Tahiti
Paris 2024’s decision to host surfing at Teahupo’o aims to decentralize the Games across France, engaging French overseas territories for the first time. Known for its challenging waves, Teahupo’o promises a thrilling experience for athletes and fans alike, showcasing Polynesian culture while preserving the island’s natural beauty and Olympic values.
