The Champs-Élysées is the Paris avenue famous for New Year's Eve crowds and celebrations.
The avenue runs between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, forming one of the French capital's most recognizable urban vistas. On New Year's Eve, people gather there to watch illuminations and projections, exchange greetings, and welcome the new year.
Paris celebrations have changed over time and do not always center on traditional fireworks. The city has used light shows, video projections, and displays on the Arc de Triomphe, while public safety arrangements can affect access and crowd size.
The name means “Elysian Fields,” referring to the blessed resting place in Greek mythology. It is often written with the accent in Champs-Élysées, and it should not be confused with other major Paris streets such as the nearby Avenue Montaigne.