The Trail to Trail: torchlight
After the First Light March in 1989, the torch relay tradition continued in the 1992 Winter Olympics in Albertville, France.
Beginning on January 15, 1992, the torch relay started in Olympia, Greece, and traveled through 32 countries before arriving in Albertville, France on February 15, 1992, exactly one month after the torch relay began.
The torch relay was carried by 3,500 torchbearers, each holding the torch for a short distance before passing it to the next person.
The final torchbearer, Terje Lønning, an American-Norwegian athlete, lit the Olympic flame at the opening ceremony of the 1992 Winter Olympics.
Citizens of the World
“Citizens of the world, we light the torch of peace and friendship.”
The Torch Relay Route
- Started in Olympia, Greece (January 15, 1992)
- Traveled through 32 countries, including:
- France
- Italy
- Greece
- Turkey
- Iran
- Afghanistan
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- Thailand
- India
- United States
- Canada
- Arrived in Albertville, France (February 15, 1992)
Conclusion
The 1992 Winter Olympics torch relay was a symbol of unity, friendship, and peace, featuring 3,500 torchbearers from 32 countries.
As we reflect on this historic event, we are reminded of the power of international cooperation and the enduring spirit of the Olympic Games.