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Château de Versailles

Located in the city of Versailles, the Château de Versailles is an iconic symbol of French history and architecture. Originally built as a hunting lodge by Louis XIII in 1623, it was transformed and expanded by his son, Louis XIV, who moved the royal court to Versailles in 1682, making it the center of French political power until the French Revolution in 1789. The grand palace and its extensive gardens were designed by notable architects Louis Le Vau and Jules Hardouin-Mansart, with the famous gardens created by André Le Nôtre.

For the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Château de Versailles will host several equestrian events. A temporary outdoor arena will be set up on the Etoile Royale esplanade to the west of the Grand Canal, where it will stage dressage and jumping events for both the Olympics and Paralympics. The individual and team eventing cross-country sections will be held alongside the Grand Canal, while the five modern pentathlon events will also take place at this historic venue. This temporary transformation will allow the majestic grounds of Versailles to provide a stunning backdrop for the games, blending history with modern athleticism.

Events

Equestrian
Modern Pentathlon

History

Originally built as a hunting lodge by Louis XIII in 1623, it was transformed and expanded by his son, Louis XIV, who moved the royal court to Versailles in 1682.

Location

Versailles

Place d’Armes,
78000 Versailles, France

48.8049° N, 2.1203° E

Capacity

Temporary structures and stands will be installed to accommodate thousands of spectators, providing an intimate yet grand setting for the events.

Bercy Arena

(Accor Arena)

Paris 12th Arrondissement

8 Boulevard de Bercy,

75012 Paris, France

48.8381° N, 2.3788° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 6.5 km (4.0 miles)

Key Events:

Basketball finals

Artistic Gymnastics

Trampoline Gymnastics

Stade de France

Seine-Saint-Denis (93)

Av. Jules Rimet,

93216 Saint-Denis, France

48.9245° N, 2.3602° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 9.9 km (6.1 miles)

Key Events:

Track & Field

Rugby Sevens

Paris La Defense Arena

Hauts-de-Seine

99 Jardins de l’Arche,
92000 Nanterre, France

48.8924° N, 2.2256° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 8.5 km (5.3 miles)

Key Events:

Swimming

Water Polo

Parc des Princes

Paris 16th Arrondissement

24 Rue du Commandant Guilbaud,
75016 Paris, France

48.8381° N, 2.3788° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 4.6 km (2.9 miles)

Key Events:

Football (Soccer)

La Concorde

Paris 8th Arrondissement

Place de la Concorde,
75008 Paris, France

48.8656° N, 2.3212° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 2.1 km (1.3 miles)

Key Events:

Breaking
Basketball 3×3
Skateboarding
Cycling BMX Freestyle

Château de Versailles

Versailles

Place d’Armes,
78000 Versailles, France

48.8049° N, 2.1203° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 15.8 km (9.8 miles)

Key Events:

Equestrian
Modern Pentathlon

South Paris Arena

(Paris Expo Porte de Versailles)

Paris 15th Arrondissement

1 Place de la Porte de Versailles
75015 Paris, France

48.8326° N, 2.2871° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 3.5 km (2.2 miles)

Key Events:

Volleyball
Weightlifting
Handball
Table-Tennis

Stade Roland-Garros

Paris 16th arrondissement

Boulevard d’Auteuil,
75016 Paris, France

48.8470° N, 2.2499° E

Distance from Eiffel Tower

Approximately 4.4 km (2.7 miles)

Key Events:

Tennis
Boxing

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