1980 Summer Paralympics

The 1980 Summer Paralympics (Dutch: Paralympische Zomerspelen 1980), branded as the Olympics for the Disabled, were the sixth Summer Paralympic Games. They were held in Arnhem, Netherlands, from 21 to 30 June 1980.

VI Paralympic Games
Host cityArnhem, Netherlands
Nations42
Athletes1,973
Events489 in 12 sports
Opening21 June
Closing30 June
Opened by
Princess Margriet
StadiumNational Sports Centre Papendal
Summer
Winter
1980 Summer Olympics
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