Anne MercadoAs Paris prepares to host the 2024 Olympics, the city will be transformed into a vibrant celebration of world-class sports. Whether you’re planning to walk, cycle, bus, metro, or drive through the French capital during this time, there’s one crucial detail you need to know: the Games Pass QR code. This essential pass will be your ticket to accessing various security zones set up around Olympic sites. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to obtain and use the Games Pass.
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Everything you need to know about Games Pass QR code
The Games Pass is a QR code required for access to specific security perimeters established around the Olympic venues. This pass is designed to ensure the safety and security of everyone attending, working, or residing near the event sites.
Who needs a QR code?
Anyone entering the grey perimeter during the Opening Ceremony and the week leading up to it (starting 18 Jul 2024) will need a Games Pass. This requirement applies to workers, local residents, and visitors alike, with no exceptions.
How to obtain a Games Pass QR code
To apply for a Games Pass, visit the designated website and complete the online application form. You will need to provide a photo ID and a supporting document, which varies based on your role (attendee, worker, resident, etc.). Supporting documents might include proof of residence, a restaurant reservation, or a parking permit. It’s best to apply as soon as possible to ensure timely receipt of your pass. Once approved, your pass will be emailed to you, and you can either display it on your phone or print it out.
While you don’t need a Games Pass to use the metro, be aware that some stations within the grey zone will be closed from 18–26 Jul 2024. Plan your routes accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
Understanding the Safety Zones
Four security perimeters will be in place for the Olympics:
- Grey Zone: Access limited to athletes, ticketed attendees, and accredited individuals (such as journalists).
- Black Zone: Area designated for security checks, including pat-downs and searches.
- Red Zone: Pedestrians and cyclists can move freely, but motor vehicles require a digital pass.
- Blue Zone: Similar to the red zone, but only individuals with legitimate reasons can enter by motor vehicle.
Use the interactive city map to locate these zones and determine your position relative to them.
Navigating through the zones
- Grey Zone: Known as the anti-terrorism perimeter, entry requires a pass.
- Red Zone: A vehicle restriction area, where vehicles need a receipt for entry, but pedestrians and cyclists have free movement.
The grey zone includes areas along the Seine between Pont de Tolbiac and Pont du Garigliano, surrounding streets, the Trocadero esplanade, the Louvre area, the Tuileries Gardens, and Ile de la Cité. Utilise the interactive city map to verify your location within these perimeters.
Additional Security Measures
Expect police checkpoints and restricted river traffic on the Seine within the grey zone from 2am on 20–27 Jul 2024. Most bridges in the grey and red zones will close after 1pm on 26 July 2024.
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For more detailed maps and specific zone information, refer to the city’s interactive tools and guides and the official website. With the Games Pass QR code, navigating Paris during the 2024 Olympics will be smoother and safer for everyone.
All image credit goes to Olympic Games Paris 2024 | Official Website
