Due to a thunderstorm expected around 10pm in Paris, the raising of the cauldron is compromised. We will only be able to take off once the storm has passed, at around 11pm at the earliest.
WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL TICKETING
FOR THE PARALYMPIC CAULDRON!
Be part of the extraordinary.
Get up close to the Paralympic flame and leave with unforgettable memories.
For the first time in Paralympic history, Paris 2024 and EDF have partnered to create a flame without fuel, made solely from water and light (learn more).
Located in the heart of the Tuileries Garden, the official cauldron of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be lit and open to the public throughout the game period, from August 29 to September 7.
Get up close to the Paralympic flame and leave with unforgettable memories.
For the first time in Paralympic history, Paris 2024 and EDF have partnered to create a flame without fuel, made solely from water and light (learn more).
Located in the heart of the Tuileries Garden, the official cauldron of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games will be lit and open to the public throughout the game period, from August 29 to September 7.
COME AND SEE THE CAULDRON
Information on the take-off of the cauldron
The Cauldron is scheduled to take off every day between sunset and dark, when all weather conditions are met (no risk of thunderstorms and sufficiently low wind).
During the Paralympic Games, we plan to take off at sunset.
To find out the exact time of the cauldron's take-off today, please consult our live information page.
The Cauldron is scheduled to take off every day between sunset and dark, when all weather conditions are met (no risk of thunderstorms and sufficiently low wind).
During the Paralympic Games, we plan to take off at sunset.
To find out the exact time of the cauldron's take-off today, please consult our live information page.
REGISTRATION
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The site is accessible only upon presentation of a unique-use QR code. This QR code grants access only to the Paralympic Cauldron site and does not constitute an admission ticket for other competition sites.
As this site is outdoors, we invite spectators to check the weather forecast in advance and equip themselves accordingly (wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, small folding umbrella, plastic or metal water bottle up to 75cl max...).
As this site is outdoors, we invite spectators to check the weather forecast in advance and equip themselves accordingly (wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, small folding umbrella, plastic or metal water bottle up to 75cl max...).
AVAILABLE SERVICES ON SITE
As well as a close-up experience of the Olympic Cauldron, the QR code gives you access to the Tuileries Gardens, where you can enjoy the food and drink on offer at Terrasse du Pomone and Petit Plisson.
On the other hand, the Empreintes exhibition, organized by the Metropole du Grand Paris in conjunction with the French National Olympic and Sports Committee, is located outside the Cauldron venue during this Paralympic period. It remains freely accessible on the other side of the garden.
On the other hand, the Empreintes exhibition, organized by the Metropole du Grand Paris in conjunction with the French National Olympic and Sports Committee, is located outside the Cauldron venue during this Paralympic period. It remains freely accessible on the other side of the garden.
PLEASE NOTE
There are no lockers or cloakrooms on site. Please refer to the list of permitted & prohibited items for site access.
During the games, the Tuileries Garden visitor regulations will continue to apply. However, the rules for the Vasque Paralympique site take precedence over those for the Tuileries Gardens for the duration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
HOW TO GET TO THE SITE?
THE INTERACTIVE MAP OF TRANSPORTATION IMPACTS IN ÎLE-DE-FRANCE
Find all security perimeters on the roads and expected crowd levels in public transportation here.
ACCESS BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
- "Palais Royal-Musée du Louvre" stop: Metros 1 & 7, then a 7-minute walk to reach the site
- "Pyramides" stop: Metros 7 & 14, then an 8-minute walk to reach the site
- "Musée d'Orsay" stop: RER C, then a 9-minute walk to reach the site
- "Opéra" stop: Metros 3, 7 & 8, then a 12-minute walk to reach the site
- "Madeleine" stop: Metros 8, 12 & 14, then a 16-minute walk to reach the site
- "Chatelet" stop: RER A & B, then a 19-minute walk to reach the site
ACCESS BY CAR - SURROUNDING CAR PARKS
Where to park during the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
PROHIBITED / ALLOWED ITEMS
FAQ
- I haven't received my e-ticket
- You can contact us by e-mail at contact@lavasque.paris2024.org, so that we can resend it to you.
- You can arrive at the venue at the time of your reservation. Our teams will retrieve your reservation online.
- What time does the Vasque go up in the evening?
During the Paralympic Games, we plan to take off at sunset.
- I would like to change some names on my booking.