1. General info
2. Explainer
3. Masterplan / Venue Map
4. List of venues
5. Route maps
6. Competition Schedule
7. Look of the Games
8. Torch Relay
1. General info
PARALYMPIC GAMES; AUGUST 28 TO SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
2. Explainer
The Paralympic Games are a major international multi-sport event, much like the Olympics, but specifically designed for athletes with physical disabilities, including mobility disabilities, amputations, blindness, and cerebral palsy, among others. The Paralympics showcase the incredible athletic abilities of individuals with disabilities, promoting inclusivity, equality, and excellence in sports.
History:
The Paralympic Games have a rich history that dates back to 1948, when Sir Ludwig Guttmann organized the first Stoke Mandeville Games in England for World War II veterans with spinal cord injuries. These games eventually evolved into the Paralympic Games we know today.
The first official Paralympic Games were held in Rome in 1960, featuring 400 athletes from 23 countries. Since then, the Paralympics have grown in size and popularity, with more countries participating and a wider range of sports being included.
Mission and Values:
The mission of the Paralympic Movement is to enable athletes with disabilities to achieve sporting excellence and inspire and excite the world. Central to the Paralympic Movement are the core values of courage, determination, inspiration, and equality.
Format:
The Paralympic Games follow a similar format to the Olympics, with both summer and winter editions held every four years, alternating with the Olympic Games. The Summer Paralympics feature a wide range of sports, including athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair rugby, and cycling, among others. The Winter Paralympics include sports such as alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, wheelchair curling, and ice sledge hockey.
Classification System:
One of the unique aspects of the Paralympic Games is the classification system, which ensures fair competition by grouping athletes with similar impairments together. Athletes are classified based on their impairment type and level of functional ability, with the aim of creating a level playing field.
Impact:
The Paralympic Games have had a profound impact on perceptions of disability and inclusion worldwide. They provide a platform for athletes with disabilities to showcase their talents and challenge stereotypes, while also promoting accessibility and inclusivity in sports and society at large.
Legacy:
Beyond the sporting arena, the Paralympic Games leave a lasting legacy in the host cities and countries, promoting accessibility, infrastructure development, and social inclusion initiatives. They also serve as a catalyst for positive change, inspiring individuals with disabilities to pursue their dreams and break down barriers.
In summary, the Paralympic Games represent the pinnacle of sporting achievement for athletes with disabilities, celebrating their courage, determination, and resilience. By promoting inclusivity and equality, the Paralympics inspire millions of people around the world and leave a lasting legacy of positive change.
The Paralympic Games stand as a testament to the power of sports to unite people, challenge perceptions, and transform lives.
3. Masterplan / Venue Map
In Paris
Outside Paris
4. List of venues
Zone | Venue | Olympic Games | Paralympic Games |
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Grand Paris Zone | Stade de France | Closing Ceremony, Athletics, Rugby Sevens | Closing Ceremony, Para Athletics |
Aquatics Centre | Aquatics (Artistic Swimming, Diving, Water Polo (preliminaries phase)) | - | |
La Courneuve | - | Para Athletics (Marathon - Start) | |
Le Bourget Sport Climbing Venue | Sport Climbing | - | |
Olympic and Paralympic Village | Olympic Village | Paralympic Village | |
Le Bourget Exhibition Centre (Halls 2B, 3, 4 & 5) | International Broadcast Centre (IBC) | International Broadcast Centre (IBC) | |
Le Pulse | Paris 2024 Comité d'Organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques (COJOP) HQ | Paris 2024 Comité d'Organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques (COJOP) HQ, Main Press Centre (MPC) Paralympic Games | |
Media Village | Media Village | Media Village | |
Paris Centre Zone | Eiffel Tower Stadium | Beach Volleyball | Blind Football |
Trocadéro | Athletics (Race walk), Cycling (Road Race), Champions Park | - | |
Grand Palais | Fencing, Taekwondo | Wheelchair Fencing, Para Taekwondo | |
La Concorde | Parc Urbain, see below | Opening Ceremony | |
LC1 - Breaking / Basketball 3x3 Arena | 3x3 Basketball, Breaking | - | |
LC2 - BMX Arena | BMX freestyle | - | |
LC3 - Street Arena | Skateboarding - Street | - | |
LC4 - Park Arena | Skateboarding - Park | - | |
Invalides | Archery, Athletics (Marathon - Finish), Cycling (Road Individual Time Trial - Start) | Para Archery, Para Athletics (Marathon - Finish) | |
Champ-de-Mars Arena | Judo, Wrestling | Para Judo, Wheelchair Rugby | |
Roland-Garros Stadium - P. Chatrier | Tennis, Boxing (finals phase) | Wheelchair Tennis | |
Roland-Garros Stadium - S. Lenglen | Tennis | Wheelchair Tennis | |
Roland-Garros Stadium - S. Matthieu | Tennis | - | |
Roland-Garros Stadium - Outside courts | Tennis | - | |
Porte de la Chapelle Arena | Badminton, Gymnastics (Rythmic) | Para Badminton, Para Powerlifting | |
Bercy Arena | Basketball (finals phase), Gymnastics (Artistic, Trampoline) | Wheelchair Basketball | |
South Paris Arena 1 | Volleyball | Boccia | |
South Paris Arena 4 | Table Tennis | Para Table Tennis | |
South Paris Arena 6 | Weightlifting, Handball (preliminaries phase) | Goalball | |
Parc des Princes | Football | - | |
Hôtel de Ville | Athletics (Marathon - Start) | - | |
Pont Alexandre III | Aquatics (Marathon Swimming), Triathlon, Cycling (Road Individual Time Trial - Finish) | Para Triathlon | |
Seine Olympique | Opening Ceremony | - | |
Jardin des Tuileries | Cauldron | ||
Palais des Congrès de Paris | Main Press Centre (MPC) Olympic Games, IOC Hotels | - | |
Stand alone | Paris La Défense Arena | Aquatics (Swimming, Water Polo (finals phase)) | Para Swimming |
Yves-du-Manoir Stadium - Pitch 1 | Hockey | - | |
Yves-du-Manoir Stadium - Pitch 2 | Hockey | - | |
Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium - Flatwater | Canoe sprint, Rowing | Para Canoe, Para Rowing | |
Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium - Whitewater | Canoe slalom | - | |
Château de Versailles | Equestrian (Jumping, Dressage, Eventing), Modern Penthatlon | Para Equestrian | |
Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Velodrome | Cycling (Track) | Para Cycling (Track) | |
Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines BMX Stadium | Cycling (BMX Racing) | - | |
Elancourt Hill | Cycling (Mountain Bike) | - | |
Golf National | Golf | - | |
Clichy-Sous-Bois | - | Para Cycling (Road Race, Road Individual Time Trial, Road Mixed Relay) | |
North Paris Arena | Boxing (preliminaries phase), Modern Pentathlon (Fencing) | Sitting Volleyball | |
France | Pierre-Mauroy Stadium (Lille) | Basketball (preliminaries phase), Handball (final phase) | - |
Marseille Marina | Sailing | - | |
Marseille Stadium | Football | ||
Bordeaux Stadium | Football | - | |
La Beaujoire Stadium (Nantes) | Football | - | |
Lyon Stadium | Football | - | |
Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium (Saint-Étienne) | Football | - | |
Nice Stadium | Football | - | |
Châteauroux Shooting Centre | Shooting | Shooting Para Sport | |
Overseas | Teahupo'o (Tahiti) | Surfing | - |
5. Route maps
Para Athletics – Marathon
Para Cycling (Road)
Para Triathlon
6. Competition Schedule
Source: Paris 2024
7. Look of the Games
Emblems
Source: Paris 2024
Sport Pictograms
Mascots
Source: Paris 2024
Paralympic Medals
Posters
Podiums
Sports equipment
8. Torch Relay
Torch Relay Route
Torch Design
Designer: Mathieu Lehanneur (website)