Eiffel Tower Shines with Olympic Rings, With just 50 days until the start of the 2024 Summer Games. The Paris Olympics organisers have revealed a stunning display of the five Olympic rings mounted on the Eiffel Tower. This magnificent structure, made of recycled French steel, graces the south side of the 135-year-old landmark, overlooking the Seine River. Each ring measures 30 feet in diameter, creating a breathtaking sight.
Eiffel Tower Shines with Olympic Rings, Iconic Venues for Paris 2024
The Paris Olympics will feature a plethora of iconic venues. Notably, the Eiffel Tower, affectionately known as La Dame de Fer (The Iron Lady), will play a prominent role in the July 26-August 11 Games and the following Paralympics. Men’s and women’s volleyball matches will be held at the base of this 330-metre (1,083-foot) monument. Nearly 13,000 fans will gather at the temporary Eiffel Tower Stadium on the Champ de Mars, a popular spot for picnics and fireworks displays.
Opening Ceremony on the Seine
Thousands of athletes will parade through the heart of Paris on boats along the Seine River in the opening ceremony at sunset on July 26. The 3.7-mile route will showcase the beauty and grandeur of the French capital.
Olympic Rings Illumination
Two massive cranes were used overnight to lift and mount the 30-ton structure between the first and second floors of the Eiffel Tower. The Olympic rings will be illuminated every night with 100,000 LED bulbs throughout the duration of the Games, including the Paralympics starting on August 28.
Medals Embedded with Eiffel Tower Iron
In a unique tribute to the iconic monument, the Olympic and Paralympic medals in Paris will contain pieces from a hexagonal chunk of iron taken from the Eiffel Tower itself.
Record Visitor Numbers
The anticipation for the Paris 2024 Games has led to a surge in visitor numbers to the Eiffel Tower, further cementing its status as a must-see landmark.
Paralympic Games Highlights
The Paralympic Games will feature 4,400 athletes from 180 countries, competing in 549 events across 22 sports. Events will be held near Paris landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Versailles, and the Grand Palais, making the Games an unforgettable experience.
Stay tuned as we count down to this historic event.
