Paris Horse Jumping

To do in Paris in July

By Parisian Experience

The Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping

 

 

Paris, France has a long love affair with the equestrian world of horse jumping. Every year, the city hosts horse jumping events; the Saute Hermes in March, and the Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping scheduled this year from July 1 to 3.

The July event is the 10th leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour, which is made up of 15 stages that take place in various cities around the world.

Last year the event venue was on the Champs de Mars, the green located across from the base of the Eiffel tower. However as a result of the Euro soccer tournament hosted in France this year, the venue of the Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping tournament is moved to La Plaine de Jeux de Bagatelle in Bois de Boulogne, located in the affluent 16th arrondissement of Paris. 

This year's event will showcase over 250 horses, and is sure to impress horse lovers, and aficionados of the elegant equestrian sport of horse jumping.

 

What to expect at the horse jumping event in Paris

 

 

Up-close view of competitors

Behind the scenes - Competitors makes their way to the arena.

Behind the scenes - Competitors makes their way to the arena.

During the 3-day event visitors have the opportunity to observe competitors and their horses during warm-up and cool-down in an adjacent arena linked to the main arena.  In addition visitors will have an up-close view of horses and their riders as they exit and enter the competition arena.

Spectator participation

Leaving the competition arena.

Leaving the competition arena.

Visitors enjoy entertainment throughout the day -  shows, bands, food village, equestrian boutiques, and much more.

Entertainment & shows

A Competitor in action.

A Competitor in action.

 

Fine dining with a view

Closing ceremony showcases the French republican guard.

Closing ceremony showcases the French republican guard.

The 3-day event ends with much pomp and festivities during and after the awards ceremony.

Hospitality packages are available for the Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping tournament. It is a good opportunity for VIP visitors to network and savor the delicacies prepared by teams of Michelin star chefs, while they take in the competition. If you are interested in the hospitality package, contact us for information.


About Bois de Boulogne

Map of Bois de Boulogne, the location of Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping event.  Credits: Google Maps

Map of Bois de Boulogne, the location of Longines Paris Eiffel Jumping event.  Credits: Google Maps

  • The old hunting grounds of the Kings of France

  • Size - 2100 acres

  • Location - West of Paris' 16th arrondissement

  • Amenities

    • 15 Km of cycling paths

    • Lakes with boat hire

    • Restaurants

    • Picnic areas

    • Polo Club

    • Jardin d'Acclimatation

    • Louis Vuitton Foundation

    • Horse race course and much more...

 

Bois de Boulogne
75016 Paris