King Frederick and Queen Mary of Denmark - Welcoming expression at opening of German house
On the day before the official opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, King Frederik X. (56) and Queen Mary of Denmark (52) formally opened the Danish House on the famous Champs-Élysées. In the photos, the royal couple can be seen in a carefree mood as they cut the red ribbon. While Frederik was dressed in a classical suit, Mary excitedly wore a red jumpsuit - fittingly in the colors of the Danish flag.
In an Instagram post, the Danish Royal Palace wrote about several photos: "Yesterday, Your Majesties cut the ribbon of the Danish Pavilion in the heart of Paris on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. During the Olympics, Denmark will promote itself in the French capital with Danish design, food, health, and sustainable solutions in an event area." In the coming 17 days, visitors from all over the world will have the opportunity to experience Danish culture and various events surrounding the Games at "Danmarkshuset."
At the Olympic Games, it is a tradition for participating nations to set up a house where they present their culture and organize various events around the Games. Germany even has a whole stadium with a fan zone this year, where events such as public viewings, meetings with athletes, and several parties are planned to take place.
Olympics is particularly special for Mary and Frederik
The Olympics are not just a particularly special event for Mary and Frederik from a sporting perspective: In the year 2000, the then Crown Prince Frederik and the commoner Mary Donaldson met each other during the Olympics in Sydney - their love story is therefore forever linked to the sports event.
Four years later, on May 14, 2004, the couple gave their consent in Copenhagen. They have four children together - Crown Prince Christian (18), Princess Isabella (17), and the twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine (13). After the abdication of his mother Queen Margrethe (84), Frederik was crowned King of Denmark on January 14, 2024.
- The royal pair, King Frederick X and Queen Mary of Denmark, seized the opportunity to showcase Danish culture at the upcoming Olympic Games 2024, by officially opening the Danish House on the iconic Champs-Élysées in Paris.
- Reflecting the Danish flag's colors, the Queen was seen sporting a vibrant red jumpsuit as they ceremoniously cut the red ribbon in an Instagram post, shared by the Danish Royal Palace, announcing Denmark's involvement in Paris' Olympic Games.
- As per tradition at the Olympic Games, participating nations present their culture and organize events around the Games in a designated house, with Germany securing a dedicated stadium this year, featuring a fan zone loaded with attractions, such as public viewings, athlete meetings, and parties.
- The Olympics holds a unique significance for King Frederick X and Queen Mary, as it was during the 2000 Games in Sydney that the then Crown Prince Frederik and commoner Mary Donaldson, now Her Majesty, crossed paths, ultimately leading to their enduring love story.
- After the abdication of Queen Margrethe and the subsequent crowning of Frederik X as King of Denmark on January 14, 2024, the royal family will be able to enjoy the Olympic festivities in their home country, marking a notable milestone in Denmark's history.
- In anticipation of the 17-day event, Danish culture enthusiasts from around the world will be offered a chance to explore various offerings at "Danmarkshuset," located in the heart of Paris on the Champs-Élysées, where Danish design, food, health, and sustainable solutions will take center stage.
- On the day preceding the Olympic Games' grand opening ceremony in Paris, visitors can look forward to an array of experiences and celebrations on the Champs-Élysées, brought to you by the Royal pair and the vibrant Danish culture.
