Sports et loisirs - activities

Moving with children: a guide to activities, courses and major family sports events

Running around all day, rain, shine or snow, children are an (almost) inexhaustible source of energy. And that's just as well, since sport has never had such an important place in our daily lives as it does these days, with the 2024 Olympics just around the corner. Whether you're looking for sports activities, vacation courses or entertainment at major events, why not get active with your little ones this weekend?

Accrocamp Poissy, the tree-climbing course in Yvelines (78)

Located in the park of the Château de Villiers in Poissy, in the Yvelines department, Accrocamp is an adventure course on a human scale. With an annual reopening at the end of March (March 30 this year), this spot in the heart of nature is the ideal setting for an adventure among the trees.

ENDOrun, the race against endometriosis returns in 2021 in a national version

ENDOrun the mixed race for the research against endometriosis returns in 2021 for a fourth edition. Yet, this year, because of the coronavirus epidemic, the race will take place in a special way. From November 6 to 21, 2021, racers are invited to take actions all over France in order to support the research and raise awareness.

Olympic and Paralympic Week returns to school in February 2021

The Olympic and Paralympic Week is back from February 1 to 6, 2021 in France. Goal: promoting sport and gather young people together around citizen and sport-based values in preparation for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. A website provides key entertainments to school to host this week, and the City of Paris even planned a game box for fifth graders in Paris.

Paris 2024 Olympics: the Minister of Sport alerts to possible budget overrun

With the health crisis caused by the Covid-19 epidemic, the organization of Paris 2024 Summer Olympics is disturbed. Facility works delayed, uncertainty as for sponsors, the Minister of Sports thinks the budget for the future Olympic Games in Paris will be “undoubtedly” overran.

Coronavirus: Paris 2024 Summer Olympics to be postponed?

As the Covid-19 pandemic keeps on paralyzing the world’s economy and leading to the one-year adjournment of the Tokyo Olympics, Paris 2024 Summer Olympics organizers are worried about the consequences of the health crisis on the calendar of the future Olympic Games. Many questions remain without an answer, as voices are raising to maintain or anticipate a postponement to 2025.

Coronavirus: consequences on Paris Olympics 2024?

As Tokyo Olympics 2020 are officially postponed to 2021, many questions are still without an answer as for the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic on Paris 2024. Work sites shut down, sponsoring contracts, new budget: somes voices are getting louder among the IOC to "rethink" the Olympics.

Dance lessons provided live by American ballet dancers on Wednesday March 18, 2020

Lockdown or not, it’s out of question we stay put all day long! Two American ballet dancers are providing free dance lessons live on Instagram this Wednesday March 18, 2020. Put on your dance shoes (or stay as you are, you do you), and bring on the music!

Paris 2024 Summer Olympics: Team USA settles in Eaubonne

It’s official, the United-States of America Olympic delegation has already chosen where to settle in for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. The Centre départemental de formation et d’animations sportives du Val d’Oise in Eaubonne will accomodate the 1200 American athletes.

Paris International Tournament 2020: dates and program

The 16th edition of the Paris International Tournament held by the Gay and Lesbian Sport Federation (FSGL) and its partnerships is coming to Paris from May 29 to 31, 2020. An unmissable event promoting tolerance and integration with sport.

Paris 2024 Summer Olympics: Île Saint Denis’s fluvial eco-district

Among the upcoming installations of the Olympic village for Paris 2024, the Île Saint Denis’s fluvial eco-district enjoys eco-friendly constructions in harmony with the Seine.

Paris Olympics 2024: the Olympic village built by boats on the Seine

Solideo – the Olympic Delivery Authority – unveils a partnership with Ile-de-France ports and the Voies Navigables de France [Waterways of France] to build the upcoming Olympic Village for Paris 2024. But still sticking to the will of offering the first eco-friendly and sustainable Olympic Games in history.

Paris Battle Pro 2020: World’s hip-hop and breakdance championship at the Théâtre du Châtelet

Paris Battle Pro 2020 is THE night you don’t want to miss especially if you enjoy street culture, hip hop and breakdance. This international championship is held on Saturday February 8, 2020 from 3 p.m. on, the Théâtre du Châtelet stage. An unmissable event for amateurs!

Smart Driving Challenge 2020 in Paris, the ecofriendly race

Rewarding the safe, smart and ecofriendly driving, the FIA Smart Driving Challenge is back in December 2020 in Paris. All along 2020, everyday drivers can try and become the smartest driver using their own cars.

Paris Olympics 2024: the first pictures of the future Olympic Village

The Olympic Delivery Authority has unveiled the first pictures of the different premises of the Olympic Village for Paris 2024. Goal: building eco-friendly buildings and favoring green areas.

Paris 2024 teams up with WWF for ecofriendly Olympics

While the upcoming Olympic village is just starting to get built, Paris 2024 organizers team up with WWF France to provide eco-friendlier Summer Olympics. For instance, visitors will enjoy free transportation. Let’s have an overview of the propositions unveiled.

Hiking around Paris: the Olympic hike with GR®75

Supporting Paris Olympics 2024, GR®75 organizes an Olympic hike at the outskirts of the French capital. Between green areas and new neighborhoods, make the best of it to admire the famous monuments of the beautiful city of Paris and the upcoming sporting installations!

2019 Africa Cup of Nations special tournament with Foot in Five

This Saturday June 15, 2019, Foot in Five organizes one of the most important tournaments of five-a-side soccer in tribute to the Africa Cup of Nations.

Roland-Garros, French Open, 2019 goes green!

The French Open 2019 gives pride of place to biodiversity and plant to go green and this move is very welcomed!

Paris Olympics 2024: the marathon open to all

Good news for amateur marathon runners… The Olympics Committee has announced that for Paris Olympics 2024, everyone can sign up and take part in the marathon. A unique experience and a golden opportunity for all sport and running enthusiasts.