Paris & Ile de France Sport & Leisure

There are a number of places in Paris and the Ile-de-France that are dedicated areas to practice sports, and spend time outdoors year round. Here is an introduction to these areas and the facilities they offer.

Information on all the major sports events in and around Paris. Details for spectators and participants on the major tennis, track, horse, golf and football events: how to register, how to book tickets, where to stay in Paris, and transport information.

Information on the beaches of France, including water quality, beach safety, access for people with disabilities and the risks related to swimming.

Driving in the wet? You may need a new licence for your ship, jet-ski or yacht.

What you need to know for owning a barge or for a holiday or trip on French canals, rivers and waterways. How to operate locks, what times can you sail and types of boat licences and permits that may be required.

Information on the fishing categories, seasons and the permits required to fish the fresh water rivers, canals, lakes and dams of France. Information includes contacts for local fishing associations.

Information for the golfer on golfing in France: the clubs, facilities and golf organisations. With information on the French licence, transferring a handicap and the Carte Verte.

Gun hunting is tightly controlled in France in terms of the species that may be hunted and the people who may hunt. A person must undergo exams and evaluations in order to get a permit. Here is information on shooting seasons and how to get a licence.

France's fields and forests have a wide variety of edible mushrooms. But before heading out to pick them it is essential to know if permission is required. Find out where to go and how to find out if a mushroom is edible.

Where to go and what to do if you are keen to get outdoors and hike or skate, ride or swing a golf club. An introduction to the wide variety of sports and leisure activities readily available in Paris and the Ile de France.

Petanque: the great game of boules - pointers to all the information you could want about the South of France's favourite sport.

The place to talk about the world of sports, games, exercise and leisure activities.

The latest sports news from around the world, courtesy of The AngloINFO Newsroom - from cricket and (various kinds of) football to motor racing and athletics.

This international cycle race takes place each year in France, over three weeks in July. Find out more about the race and its history, how the teams work and the meaning of the various jerseys (yellow, white, polka dot) and the route map for this year.

Who to contact and where to find out more information on watersports in Paris and the Ile de France.