Paris, September 2, 2025: Pokémon GO is about to turn Paris into a playground for Trainers. Niantic has confirmed that the city will host France’s first-ever Pokémon GO Stamp Rally on September 13–14, 2025, inviting players to explore landmarks, meet fellow Trainers, and unlock exclusive in-game rewards.
Exploring Paris With Pokémon
The two-day rally will guide Trainers through seven major Paris locations, including Jardin Nelson Mandela, the Louvre area, Place Colette, the Champs-Élysées gardens, Les Halles, and the Tuileries.
At each stop, participants will earn a digital stamp and special weekend-only stickers. A highlight of the event: the chance to evolve Charmander into Mega Charizard by collecting unique stamps along the route.
Community at the Core
Alongside the stamp hunt, Niantic has partnered with local Pokémon GO groups to host community meetups. Players can join scheduled gatherings across the city and surrounding areas to raid, trade, and catch Pokémon together. Notable Trainers such as Newtlife and Seb et Ouss are also set to appear during the weekend.
How It Works
Players can start by visiting a participating PokéStop to access their digital rally sheet. Completing the seven-stop challenge not only unlocks in-game bonuses but also enters Trainers into a grand prize draw. To qualify, players must share their completed rally card or AR snapshots on social media using #PokemonGOParis before September 17, 2025.
A Trip of a Lifetime
One lucky winner will be awarded a trip for four to Japan, including return flights from Paris to Tokyo and a five-night hotel stay. The prize, valued at around €15,000, must be redeemed before December 31, 2026. Niantic confirmed that the winner will be chosen at random and contacted by October 31, 2025.
Why It Matters
For Paris, this event is more than a game, it’s an intersection of culture, tourism, and augmented reality. By mixing iconic French landmarks with Pokémon GO gameplay, Niantic is giving Trainers a new reason to explore the city streets while chasing digital adventures.
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