Origins of the name 'Champs-Élysées' explored
A video from France 24 examines the etymology of Paris's most famous avenue, the Champs-Élysées, known globally for luxury, the Bastille Day military parade, and New Year's celebrations. The piece questions why this iconic boulevard bears the name 'Champs-Élysées', referencing its mythological origins (the Elysian Fields in Greek mythology). The video was published on July 14, 2026, and is part of a series of cultural features, including other historical and artistic topics such as the Bayeux Tapestry's loan to London, yarn bombing as graffiti, and the origins of the Avignon Off festival. The content is hosted on France 24's website and requires cookies for viewing.
Key facts
- The Champs-Élysées is a famous avenue in Paris, associated with luxury and national events.
- The name 'Champs-Élysées' derives from the Elysian Fields of Greek mythology.
- The video was published on July 14, 2026.
- The video is part of a series covering cultural and historical topics.
- Other topics include the Bayeux Tapestry's loan to London and yarn bombing.
- The video requires audience measurement and advertising cookies to view.
- The content is produced by France Médias Monde.
- The cover image is credited to Pexels and Valentin Cacheux.
Entities
Institutions
- France 24
- France Médias Monde
- Pexels
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Champs-Élysées
- Londres
- Bayeux
- Avignon