Before the opening ceremony

Even residents need a pass on the Seine

Six kilometers along the Seine River in Paris are currently a high-security zone.(Bild: Gernot Bachler)

The opening ceremony on the Seine is set to be a spectacular celebration. But this scenario is also accompanied by the fear of a terrorist attack. Strict measures have therefore been taken. 

Since July 18 and until the day after the opening, six kilometers along the Parisian river have been a high-security zone. Even local residents need a pass to get in.