Are you accompanying an athlete during the EuroGames? Whether you’re a coach, parent, partner, friend, or supporter? You’re welcome! Here’s everything you need to know to fully enjoy the event in Lyon.
Companions: request your accreditation!
A wristband gives you access to key areas during the event. Anyone accompanying a participant can apply – there’s no limit per athlete.
❓ Who is a companion?
Accompanying persons are individuals who attend the event alongside athletes without being registered for a competition. Their role is non-competitive, but essential for support, logistics, or guidance.
They can be:
👨👩👧👦 A family member: parent, sibling, partner, child…
🎤 A close or distant friend coming to support an athlete
🧢 A coach or trainer
👭 A club or team member providing support (even without an official role)
📸 A personal photographer or videographer accompanying a team
🧍♂️ An assistant for a person with a disability
🎉 A supporter identified as part of an athlete’s group
🧳 A travel companion (e.g. friend sharing the trip with an athlete)
🎟️ Request your accreditation now
Companions can receive a purple wristband giving access to several event areas.
Anyone wishing to accompany a participant is invited to make a request.
📦 Where to collect your purple wristband?
- At the EuroGames main welcome desk – Lyon City Hall
- Or at the entrance of the sports venue you are attending
Wearing the wristband is mandatory to access authorized areas.
👣 What you can do with your wristband
- The public areas of the sports venues (stands, spectator zones)
- The Athletes’ Village every evening (food trucks, entertainment, meet-ups)
- Chill areas, free-access relaxation zones
🍽️ Want to have lunch at the venues?
Companions can order their lunch (€13), delivered directly to the venue.
Create an account → “Update my registration” → Select your meal days.
