The 3,100-mile Olympic torch relay is underway – To Paris now!

The Olympic flame is ignited in Olympia, Greece, marking the commencement of the torch relay for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Carried by runners and transported by various means, including a sailboat across the Mediterranean, the torch will traverse France and its islands, arriving in Paris for the opening ceremony on July 26.

Olympic torch

With stops in locations like Martinique and French Polynesia, the relay spans 3,100 miles over 68 days. The flame, symbolizing unity and tradition, is never extinguished throughout the journey, symbolizing the enduring spirit of the Games since its inception, connecting modernity with ancient heritage.