This event is in the past.It took place on February 16, 2026 at Arc de Triomphe.
Witness a piece of living history as the Gendarmerie rekindles the eternal flame beneath the Arc de Triomphe. The evening ceremony features military music and honors the Unknown Soldier in a moment of quiet, powerful remembrance.
Military ceremony
Historic monument
Evening ritual
Solemn commemoration
Tips
đ„flame has burned since 1923
đșarrive by 6:15 for good viewing
đȘGendarmerie in full dress uniform
Ravivage GENDARMERIE NATIONALE (CABINET DGFGN) Musique militaire
Champs-Elysées
Witness a piece of living history as the Gendarmerie rekindles the eternal flame beneath the Arc de Triomphe. The evening ceremony features military music and honors the Unknown Soldier in a moment of quiet, powerful remembrance.
Military ceremony
Historic monument
Evening ritual
Solemn commemoration
Tips
đ„flame has burned since 1923
đșarrive by 6:15 for good viewing
đȘGendarmerie in full dress uniform
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