Yes, the Paris Olympics will bring a lot of joy, but also a few constraints we’d like to do without. We know that road traffic is likely to be severely disrupted during the games just like the metro. Some terraces must be closed to avoid obstructing the passage, and we all festivals will not be able to take place this summer due to the Olympic Games. Among the bad news for epicureans: some restaurants and bars will be closed during the opening ceremony. Here’s what you need to know in detail!
Paris Olympics: Which bars and restaurants will be closed during the opening ceremony?
It will not be possible to dine on Paris’ two main islands on July 26. In a statement, the Paris Prefecture of Police said:
“Owners or operators of bars, restaurants and fixed or mobile takeaway establishments selling food assembled and prepared on the premises located on the Ile de la Cité and the Ile Saint-Louis must close their establishments on Friday July 26”
Security measures will be required on the Île de la Cité and the Île Saint-Louis. The athletes, who will be coming by boat from the Seine, need to be sure of being able to sail in complete peace of mind.
What’s more, both islands are part of the anti-terrorist security perimeter, which begins on July 18. Residents and visitors will have to present a QR Code to move around freely.
Takeaway sales will be authorized on the upper quays
Fortunately for gourmets, takeaway outlets will remain open. So you can buy sandwiches and takeaway drinks to the upper Seine quays.
As a reminder, the Préfecture de Police has announced that 360,000 spectators are expected to attend this event opening ceremony long-awaited.