Olympic Cauldron to Float in Paris Every Summer until LA Games
French President Announces the Return of the Iconic Attraction
French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Friday that the cauldron balloon, one of the Paris Olympics’ most admired attractions, will float in the skies over the French capital every summer until the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
A Music-Filled Announcement
Macron posted on his TikTok account a video of the cauldron flying through the air at night, accompanied by Celine Dion’s cover of Edith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour” (“Hymn to Love”) – the song Dion performed at the Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony.
When and Where to See the Cauldron
Macron said the cauldron “will be back” from June 21 – Music Day in France – to mid-September until 2028. The cauldron will be reinstalled in the Tuileries gardens, where it was located during the Olympics.
A Sustainable and Innovative Design
The Paris cauldron is the first in Olympic history to light up without the use of fossil fuels, instead using water and electric light. The 7-meter (23-feet) diameter ring of fire, supported by a giant air balloon, dazzled spectators during the Paris Olympics. Every night, it drew crowds of thousands as it rose up more than 60 meters (197 feet) above the ground. The launch zone was located near the glass pyramid entrance to the Louvre museum.
Reactions from the Mayor of Paris
Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo welcomed the news on Instagram, saying the cauldron will be reinstalled in the Tuileries gardens. “I’m delighted,” she wrote. “This is very, very good news,” she said, praising “a legacy of the Paris Games that we’ll remember forever.”
Conclusion
The return of the Olympic cauldron to Paris is a testament to the city’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. The cauldron’s return will be a beloved attraction for both locals and tourists, and a reminder of the excitement and joy of the Paris Olympics.
FAQs
* When will the Olympic cauldron be displayed in Paris?
The cauldron will be displayed from June 21 – Music Day in France – to mid-September until 2028.
* Where will the cauldron be displayed?
The cauldron will be reinstalled in the Tuileries gardens.
* How does the cauldron work?
The cauldron is the first in Olympic history to light up without the use of fossil fuels, instead using water and electric light.
