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France has traditionally been one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations and continues to lead global tourism rankings, with projections showing it remains the largest European destination for international travelers in 2024.

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How many tourists are expected to visit France in 2024? 

France is set to welcome over 101 million visitors in 2024, surpassing both the previous year’s figures and the pre-pandemic peak of 90 million in 2019.

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How much are tourists expected to spend in France in 2024? 

Tourist spending in France is projected to exceed €60 billion in 2024, fueled by a larger volume of visitors.

How much will the Olympic Games contribute to the French economy?  

Early estimates by the Organising Committee suggested a potential contribution of up to €10.7 billion to the French economy, with Paris and the Île-de-France region alone receiving €5.7 billion. These figures are subject to the success of the Games and the accompanying tourism boost. 

What are the key areas expected to benefit from the Olympic boost?

Hospitality and accommodation sector4:

Restaurant and retail businesses

Transport and infrastructure

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Will there be a long-term effect on tourism after the Olympics?

France’s travel and tourism industry is expected to grow by 3% each year for the next ten years. This rate is twice as fast as the overall French economy’s growth rate. By 2033, the industry could be worth more than €297 billion and make up 9.7% of the country’s economy.7

Paris Olympics Games 2024 – Facts and Statistics

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games mark the 100th anniversary of the last time Paris hosted the Olympics, back in 1924. A symbol of the games coming full circle, Paris will be one of the few cities to host the Olympics thrice, having first hosted in 1900.

How Many Countries and Athletes will Participate in the Paris Olympics 2024? 

Over 10,500 athletes from more than 200 countries are expected to compete, showcasing the global appeal and extensive scale of the event.

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References

  1. MDDEI: Bercy Se Mobilise Pour Les Jeux –  Visitors And Athlètes ↩︎
  2. Sojern: France Travel Demand and Flight Bookings to Paris ↩︎
  3. AirFrance: 1st quarter 2024 results ↩︎
  4. STR: Hotel and Other Accommodations Booking in France ↩︎
  5. WEF: Sustainability Efforts in 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games ↩︎
  6. Olympics: Strive to Maximize the Socio-Economic Impact of Sport ↩︎
  7. WTTC: France as the Most Popular Destination for International Visitors ↩︎