Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris 2024, the obstacle race at the Hippodrome d'Auteuil

It's one of the most eagerly awaited horse races of the year in Paris. Since its creation in 1874, the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris has been a legendary springtime race in the capital. Bringing together the best steeplechasers aged five and over and jockeys from all over the world, it has become the benchmark for obstacle racing. This year, the race takes place on the weekend of May 18 and 19, 2024, at the legendary Auteuil racecourse.

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This showpiece event is one of the toughest and most uncertain, where riders and, above all, horses will have to swallow an intense, 6,000-meter-long course, punctuated by 23 obstacles, each more difficult than the last. These range from a simple hurdle to the "Justice of the Peace", considered the toughest obstacle on the course, with a jump of over 5m over a double fence. A unique opportunity to discover horse racing, made accessible to all with tickets starting at just 5 euros.

Eleven hurdle races and five steeplechase races take place over two thrilling days. There's alsoentertainment for the whole family, so that children don't get bored and can try their hand at the equestrian world. And don't forget to take advantage of a free pony ride for an unforgettable day out!

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