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From Paris To Tahiti, 9 Iconic Venues Of The Paris Olympics 2024

Get ready to witness athletic feats in iconic locations!

by Nikitha Sebastian
From Paris To Tahiti, 9 Iconic Venues Of The Paris Olympics 2024

The City of Lights is gearing up for a showstopper! The 2024 Olympic Games promise to be a spectacle, and a big part of that magic lies in the incredible venues.

9 Venues Of The Paris Olympics 2024

1. Stade de France, Saint-Denis

 

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This national stadium just north of Paris is the heart of the Games. Witness the electrifying atmosphere as over 77,000 roar for Athletics and Rugby Sevens.

Capacity: 77,083

2. Roland-Garros Stadium, Paris

 

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Gear up for thrilling rallies! Home to the French Open, Roland-Garros will host Tennis and Boxing, with its intimate setting and passionate Parisian crowds amping up the energy for athletes and fans.

Capacity: 34,000

3. Teahupo’o, Tahiti

 

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Surfing enthusiasts, rejoice! This remote Polynesian island boasts some of the world’s most challenging waves, making it the perfect testing ground for Olympic surfers.

Capacity: 600

4. Parc des Princes, Paris

This legendary stadium, home to Paris Saint-Germain football club, will be electric for Football matches. Buckle up for nail-biting goals and a sea of enthusiastic supporters.

Capacity: 47,926

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5. Stade Vélodrome, Marseille

Calling all cycling fans! This iconic velodrome in Marseille will be the stage for high-octane Track Cycling races.

Capacity: 67,394

6. Grand Palais Éphémère, Paris

 

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Judo and Wrestling will find a grand new home in this recently-built Parisian exhibition hall. Expect a modern and stylish backdrop for these ancient combat sports.

Capacity: 8,000

7. Champ de Mars Arena & Eiffel Tower Stadium, Paris

Imagine this – Beach Volleyball with the Eiffel Tower as your umpire! This unique temporary stadium at the foot of the Parisian icon will add a touch of Parisian flair to the competition.

Capacity of Champ de Mars Arena: 8,356

Capacity of Eiffel Tower Stadium: 12,860

8. Yves-du-Manoir Stadium, Colombes

 

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This historic stadium, built for the 1924 Olympics, will see a revival as it hosts the Field Hockey competition.

Capacity: 15,000

9. Esplanade des Invalides, Paris

This historic plaza near the Les Invalides war museum will be transformed for a different kind of battle – Archery!

Capacity: 8,000

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First Published: April 12, 2024 6:12 PM