For those wishing to do a little sporting activity besides walking around the city's many museums, monuments and wonderful sites in general, there is plenty to do here in Paris. In the city itself, a bicycle or a set of blades will be sure to get up your heart rate and you will see many Parisians themselves moving around in this manner. Ice-skating at the town hall during winter is also a refreshing option. Playing some squash or going to gyms or local swimming pools is another possibility here.

As the city of Paris is only minutes away from the countryside there are also many outdoor activities to indulge in such as tennis, golfing, hiking, running cross country marathons.

There are several sporting events that take place in the city such as the Prix de la République and the Grand Prix de L'Arc de Triomphe, two famous horse races and the world famous Tour de France.

For those who enjoy cross country running, the Paris Marathon is held every May, which starts at the Place de la Concorde. Would you like to go to and experience some of Paris's sporting events first hand here in Paris? You'll most certainly get the chance while here for a French Language Course in Paris.