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Parc des Princes

Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, Parc des Princes is an iconic stadium with a rich history in French sports. Officially opened on June 4, 1972, the current structure was designed by architect Roger Taillibert, who also designed Montreal’s Olympic Stadium. Known for its unique concrete columns that crown its roof, Parc des Princes stands out in the landscape of Paris.

Parc des Princes has been the home of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) since 1974 and has hosted numerous important matches for the French national football and rugby teams. The stadium has also been a venue for major international competitions, including the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2016. With a seating capacity of 47,929, it continues to be a significant venue for football and rugby, as well as concerts and other events.

For the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Parc des Princes will remain a key venue, continuing to host major sporting and cultural events. Its location and state-of-the-art facilities ensure it remains at the heart of Parisian sports and entertainment.

Events

Football (Soccer)

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History

 

Parc des Princes has been the home of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) since 1974. Officially opened on June 4, 1972, the current structure was designed by architect Roger Taillibert, who also designed Montreal’s Olympic Stadium.

Location

Paris 16th Arrondissement

24 Rue du Commandant

Guilbaud,
75016 Paris, France

48.8381° N, 2.3788° E

Capacity

A seating capacity of 47,929

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

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

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

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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)

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

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
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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

    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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