While Europe gears up for the Champions League showdown between PSG and Arsenal, fans in Île-de-France can still catch the action together. Here’s where to find the best viewing spots across the region.
Outdoor venues to cheer with fellow supporters
The sun may be shining, but the real excitement is indoors or in these open-air gathering spots:
- Camp des Loges (Saint-Germain-en-Laye): The historic training ground of PSG opens its gates to up to 8,000 fans. Former players are expected to join the crowd. Gates open at 3:30 PM with pedestrian access via the main stadium entrance.
- Hippodrome de Longchamp: A giant garden party awaits with DJ sets and lounge areas from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The main event kicks off with the match broadcast on a massive 30-meter screen.
Indoor spots for a premium matchday atmosphere
If you prefer the comfort of climate control, these venues deliver:
- Le Grand Rex: Two screening rooms in this iconic cinema promise a “stadium-like atmosphere” with state-of-the-art sound systems, pre-match entertainment, and electrifying tension throughout the game.
- Centre Paris Anim’ Jacques Bravo (9th arrondissement): The “Y’A RIEN ÇA JOUE” association hosts a free event with drink stations and entertainment. Doors open at 5:30 PM, but attendance requires prior registration.
- Mairie du 17e arrondissement: An official screening is in the works with limited capacity. Access is by pre-registration only, and further details will be shared with registered participants.
Fan zones popping up across the region
Several municipalities are joining the celebration with dedicated fan zones:
- Le Perray-en-Yvelines: The municipal park hosts a screening starting at 4:30 PM with refreshments available.
- Conflans Sainte-Honorine: The Prieuré Park welcomes fans from 5:30 PM, also featuring a giant screen and food options. Capacity is capped at 2,000 attendees.
- Épinay-sur-Seine (Seine-Saint-Denis): A football-themed evening unfolds in the Hôtel de Ville park with food trucks offering sweet and savory treats. Entry is free, but glass bottles, chairs, and certain flags are prohibited. The venue may close early if crowded.
- Noisy-le-Grand: The gardens of the town hall open at 5:00 PM for a giant-screen broadcast.
For those who prefer a more intimate setting, many local bars and cafés are also hosting special viewing parties. With so many options, Île-de-France offers plenty of ways to join the Champions League final celebrations!
