The Olympic Movement

The official website of the Olympic Movement, this site outlines and celebrates the Olympics' achievement over the years. Read about all the Games and Winter Games held since 1896 and watch some retrospective highlights.

You can also read about the history, format and equipment of Olympic sports and keep up to date with news.

There is detailed information on athletes: there are over 250 profiles of the great and good of the Olympics. You can also search for medal winners.

If you want to get into Olympic shape then have a look at the videos which offer fitness advice from athletes like Alexander Popov and Sergey Bubka. And if you are in Lausanne, consider visiting the Olympics Museum, details of opening times can be found online.