With only two days left until the fireworks display on the Champs-Elysées and the start of an Olympic year, Paris’ Deputy Mayor, Emmanuel Grégoire, participated in an interview with France Bleu Paris.
The New Year’s Eve event, “La Grand soirée du 31 de Paris,” will be broadcast on Sunday night on France 2 and France Bleu Paris. The main attraction of the evening will be the traditional fireworks display on the Champs-Elysées at midnight. However, prior to this, Paris is striving to accomplish an extraordinary feat – breaking the world record for the largest “wave.”
“We aim to orchestrate the world’s largest ‘wave,’ which we anticipate will bring together several hundred thousand individuals, ranging from 500,000 to one million,” revealed Emmanuel Grégoire on France Bleu Paris. He recommended that people arrive early, avoid arriving by car, and reminded them that several public transportation lines will be operating throughout the night at no cost.
In a comprehensive interview, Laetitia Dablanc, a researcher and urban planner, and research director at Gustave Eiffel University, discussed the impact of Christmas deliveries on traffic in Paris on Wednesday, December 20th. She emphasized that the delivery of parcels contributes to 20% of the traffic in Paris and provided insights into the logistical challenges involved.
As Paris prepares for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration, the city is sparing no effort in its pursuit to create an incredible experience for all. The endeavor to break the world record for the largest “wave” on the Champs-Elysées is a testament to the city’s innovative and ambitious approach to entertainment and community engagement.
As the countdown to the New Year commences, the excitement in Paris is tangible, and the anticipation for the spectacular events planned for the occasion is escalating. It is an opportunity for both Parisians and visitors to come together and participate in something truly remarkable. Whether it is witnessing the breathtaking fireworks display or being part of a record-breaking “wave,” this New Year’s Eve promises to be an unforgettable experience in the City of Light.
