Venue: Chateau de Versailles
Palace of Versailles
The Palace of Versailles is a former royal residence commissioned by King Louis XIV located in Versailles, about 19 kilometers west of Paris, France.
In 2024, the Palace of Versailles will offer an exceptional programme to accompany the equestrian events it will host during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, featuring a special exhibition, guided tours, workshops, and artistic education projects designed around arts and sports.
Paris 2024
A temporary outdoor arena, flanked by several stands, will be set up on the Etoile Royale esplanade to the west of the Grand Canal at the heart of the palace.
The Palace of Versailles will be the venue for the eventing competitions, i.e. the triathlon comprising cross-country, dressage, and show
The palace of versailles, a host venue for paris 2024
The Palace of Versailles will be the venue for the eventing competitions, i.e. the triathlon comprising cross-country, dressage, and show jumping, as well as the Olympic and Paralympic show jumping and dressage competitions, and all five components of the modern pentathlon. (REFERENCE)
Olympic Games: Equestrian sports from 27 July to 6 August 2024 / Modern Pentathlon from 8 to 11 August 2024
Paralympic Games: Para-Equestrian from 3 to 7 September 2024
“The Horse in Majesty” exhibition
From 2 July to 3 November 2024, the Palace of Versailles will present a special exhibition dedicated to horses and equestrian civilisation in Western culture from the 16th century to the early 20th century.