Wonder and spectacle. Breathlessness and waiting. Many surprises and many confirmations. One above all: even in this not a little contested Parisian edition, the Olympic Games I have always been thethe world's most important sporting event.
At the center, the exploits of the greatest international athletes who in the space of a few moments or the time of a single match They bring years of preparation and sacrifices to the field. With the goal of realizing the dream of a lifetime: to stand on the coveted podium, to put a medal around your neck.
The Olympic Spirit according to De Coubertin
“Olympism is a philosophy of life that values and combines the qualities of body, will and mind,” said Pierre De Coubertin, IOC President from 1896 to 1925 and founder of the modern Olympic Games. “By merging sport, culture and education, Olympism creates a lifestyle based on the joy of effort, the educational value of good example and respect for fundamental universal ethical principles.” And it has been that way ever since.
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Olympic show
On the one hand, there are the male and female athletes who compete to win the coveted medal. On the other hand, the host country is the scene of one of the most extraordinary moments on the international sports scene, which for the occasion aligns itself with the protagonists of the race and aims to give its best.
He tries to show everything he has in this Paris greatnessFrom the waters of the Seine to the Palace of Versailles, from the Parc des Princes to La Défense, the city has literally plunged into the dream of the five circles.
Towards Milan Cortina 2026
And after Paris, before Los Angeles, the baton passes to Italy. In two years, from February 6 to 22, 2026, the cities of Milan And Cortina d'Ampezzowinner of the XXV edition of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, will host the first “generalized” games in the history of the Olympic Games.
The snow races will be set against the majestic peaks of the Dolomites – although some races will take place in Valtellina. (in Bormio and Livigno), in Val di Fiemme and in Anterselva/Antholz.
While in the streets and neighbourhoods of Milan, the Olympic climate will take the form of sporting and cultural events that will attract citizens and tourists from all over the world to enjoy the spectacle. The Games will begin in Milan, at the San Siro stadium in Milan with the opening ceremony (the closing ceremony will take place in the Verona Arena), followed from 6 to 15 March 2026 by the Winter Paralympic Games.
16 Olympic disciplines, 6 Paralympic Games, 18 racing sites, 195 medals to win and more than 3,500 athletes coming from more than 90 countries from all over the world competing for the podium: it will be a memorable event and a celebration for all.
Sport and Hospitality
To experience it and make the most of it, the Milano Cortina 2026 organizing committee is On the spotOfficial Hospitality Supplier of the 2026 Winter Games, creates Hospitality & Overnight packages and formulas combining tickets for sporting events including accommodation and tailor-made entertainment.
Packages will be available and on sale from from November 2024. But thanks to the program of Priority access Fans will be able to purchase special packages until September 30.
The hospitality program will include a wide range of experiences for all budgets, offering a wide range of choices for both those looking for luxury accommodation and those who prefer more accessible solutions. With an added value: the guarantee of official sales without intermediaries, both of tickets and tourist packages.
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“The first priority access program in Olympic history reflects the efforts of On Location and Milano Cortina 2026 to offer guests unprecedented access to this monumental global event,” said Emilio Pozzi, CEO of On Location in Italy, during the presentation event held at Casa Italia in Paris. “This is a win-win opportunity for businesses and fans to plan a dream Olympic Winter Games hospitality experience that creates lasting memories.”
