Arc de triomphe - activities

The Arc de Triomphe lights up for the Grande Cause Nationale 2024 on the evening of January 1

This January 1, the day after the fireworks, the Arc de Triomphe in Paris becomes the illuminated heart of the Grande Cause Nationale 2024 (GCN2024), dedicated to sport and physical activity. From 8pm to midnight, discover this Parisian landmark in a whole new light.

Commemorations on November 11, 2023 at the Arc de Triomphe with a visit from the French Patrol

This Saturday, November 11, 2023, we commemorate the Armistice of 1918. In the morning, we head for the Arc de Triomphe for the official ceremony attended by French President Emmanuel Macron. The ceremony will be punctuated by the Patrouille de France taking to the skies over Paris. 3 other ceremonies will also take place at the Arc de Triomphe, so here's the program.

November 11: centenary of the flame of remembrance and video mapping on the Arc de Triomphe

November 11, 2023 marks not only the Armistice of the First World War, but also the centenary of the flame of remembrance beneath the Arc de Triomphe. For an exceptional commemoration, come to the end of the Champs-Elysées.

Contes et histoires 2023: a guided tour of the gods at the Arc de Triomphe

Contes et histoires, the event that lets families discover national monuments during the Christmas vacations, is back for a 2023 edition, from December 16 to January 7. An opportunity for the whole family to explore the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2023: enjoy a weekend atop the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

The Arc de Triomphe opens its doors to families on October 21 and 22, 2023, for the latest edition of the Monument Jeu d'Enfant event.

The Arc de Triomphe is closed exceptionally due to a labor movement this Tuesday.

The Arc de Triomphe will be closed to the public from Tuesday, October 17, 2023, due to a labor action initiated by Arc de Triomphe employees.

Pink October 2023: the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and the French National Assembly light up in pink

The Eiffel Tower and two other major Parisian monuments will be decked out in pink this Sunday, October 1, 2023, to mark the launch of Pink October. It's an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer, before a month of fund-raising events.

Brooklyn Fitboxing: we tried out this concept combining boxing and bootcamp, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe

A new gym is opening near the Champs-Elysées, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, from August 29, 2023. During your session, link up boxing and bootcamp moves to let off steam and strengthen your body!

Attend the rekindling of the flame at the tomb of the unknown soldier under the Arc de Triomphe

Every evening, under the Arc de Triomphe, you can attend a free, silent ceremony in tribute to the soldiers who died for France. At 6.30pm, the Flamme de la Nation, on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, is rekindled to burn endlessly.

8-May in Paris: Arc de Triomphe and metro closed, demonstrations prohibited in the area

This Monday, France commemorates the victory of May 8, 1945. Various ceremonies are organized in Paris, including the traditional commemoration of the President of the Republic at the Arc de Triomphe, involving the closure of metro stations and the monument, as well as the prohibition of demonstrations in the area.

The Champs-Elysées: the makeover for the 2024 Olympics begins

After announcing the La Chapelle district was to be refurbished, the Paris authorities presented a project to create a new layout of the Champs-Elysées expected to “reenchant” the avenue prior to the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Publicis Cinema: an indie movie theater partnering with Paris Korean Film Festival

Calling all Korean movie fans: one Sunday per month, the Publicis Cinéma welcomes the “Dimanches en Corée” cycle that is very special to the movie theater.

The Arc de Triomphe, wrapped; tribute to Christo, goes down this Sunday October 3

The wrapping of the Arc de triomphe by Christo is to be admired from September 18 to October 3, 2021. The monumental work is said to make the Parisian monument disappear under 25,000 sqm of recyclable polypropylene silver and blue fabric and 7,000 m of red rope. An event in close partnership with Centre Pompidou and the Centre des Monuments Nationaux (National Monuments Center). Despite the artist passing away in May 2020, the performance is to be held still.

The Arc de Triomphe wrapped, the limited-edition pastry by Jeffrey Cagnes

This is the event everyone is talking about in Paris: the Arc de Triomphe wrapped, Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s famous last work. To celebrate this historical moment, pastry chef Jeffrey Cagnes reveals his brand-new and very soft creation, the Arc Empaqueté. Available from September 18 to October 3, only!

MUN, the superb rooftop on the Champs-Elysées

MUN is the name of a Parisian rooftop restaurant that's sure to please. Located on the avenue des Champs-Élysées, this Japanese-style restaurant, designed by Paris Society, awaits you for a gourmet moment with a beautiful view.

Monuments reopening on June 15 in Paris

In Paris, June 15, 2020 marks the reopening of several monuments in town, making many cultural outing lovers very happy. So, what places can you rediscover again on the occasion?

Coronavirus: the bicycle lane under the Arc de Triomphe reopens for deconfinement

As deconfinement is upon us, the Tunnel de l'Etoilet is said to reopen to welcome a bike lane under the Arc de Triomphe. This is a study launched to think about the underground spaces set underneath the Place de l’Etoile. The coronavirus epidemic and the necessity to increase the number of bikeways at the end of confinement enabled to speed this project up.

Coronavirus: Bob Sinclar's show from the top of the Arc de Triomphe postponed

French DJ Bob Sinclar was to perform this Monday May 4, 2020 at 8:02 p.m. (CEST) from the top of the Arc de Triomphe, facing the Champs Elysées for a show said to air live. A performance for a good cause as all funds collected will be donated to charities. Yet, the show has been postponed to a later date.

Virtual reality terminals on the Arc de Triomphe rooftop

You can very soon discover on the panoramic terrace of the Arc de Triomphe two virtual reality terminals to discover the city in a new light.

Terrasse de l'hôtel Raphael: a magical setting

Just a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe, the Hôtel Raphael is a haven of peace overlooking Avenue Kléber. Adopted by all the "greats" of the world, the Hôtel Raphael, with its refined English bar, is a must for epicureans. The terrace, located on the top floor of the hotel, offers a panoramic view of Paris, with a view of the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower! Welcome to 7th heaven!