Today, Princess Olympia Napoléon celebrates a significant milestone in her life – her 35th birthday. Born on January 4, 1988, in Munich, Germany, she is the third daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Austria. The family’s diverse background, with ties to Germany, the United States, and Austria, has undoubtedly shaped Princess Olympia’s unique perspective and experiences.
Princess Olympia’s educational journey has been marked by her passion for learning and her interest in the arts. She graduated from Yale University with a B.A. in Political Science and later earned a M.A. in Art History from Columbia University. Her academic achievements are complemented by her athletic prowess, having played hockey at both Yale and Columbia. As she enters this new chapter in her life, Princess Olympia’s dedication to her family and her heritage is evident, as seen in the birth of her son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, in 2022[1].
what are some notable achievements of Princess Olympia Napoléon
what is Princess Olympia Napoléon’s role in the Bonaparte dynasty
how did Princess Olympia Napoléon meet her husband, Prince Jean-Christophe
Today, Princess Olympia Napoléon celebrates her thirty-fifth birthday!
Born on 4 January 1988 at Munich, Countess Olympia Elene Marie of Arco-Zinneberg was the third daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg (1955-2021) and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Austria (b.1954). Riprand and Maria Beatrix were married in 1980 and became the parents of six daughters: Anna Theresa (b.1981), Margherita (b.1983), Olympia (b.1988), Maximiliana (b.1990), Marie-Gabrielle (b.1992), and Giorgiana (b.1997). The family lived between Germany and the United States, where Olympia’s father Riprand had business interests.
Olympia graduated from Yale University in 2011 with a B.A. in Political Science. The countess went on to Columbia University in the City of New York, where she emerged in 2015 with a M.A. in Art History. Olympia played on the hockey teams of both Yale and Columbia. While at Yale, she was featured in a university publication wherein she elaborated on her educational experiences: “I am from Austria. I’ve also lived in Germany and Connecticut. I went to boarding school in the United Kingdom and took my gap year in Shanghai, China. Since coming to Yale, I did the Yale-Peking University program during my spring semester sophomore year. Next fall I will spend the semester in Paris.” It was during this Paris sejourn that the countess and the prince made one another’s acquaintance.
 |
| Countess Olympia of Arco-Zinneberg with her father Count Riprand |
In March 2019, it became publicly known that Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon, son of Prince Charles Napoléon and Princess Béatrice of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, had become engaged to Countess Olympia of Arco-Zinneberg, daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Autria. Jean-Christophe and Olympia have been in a relationship for some years. The prince had proposed to the countess in January 2019 in Switzerland. Jean-Christophe’s grandmother, the Dowager Princess Napoléon, resides in Switzerland at Prangins. Jean-Christophe and Olympia married on 19 October 2019 at the Cathedrale Saint-Louis des Invalides in Paris.
 |
| Princess Béatrice, Prince Jean-Christophe, Princess Alix, and Princess Olympia. |
Princess Olympia Napoléon gave birth to a son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, on 7 December 2022 at Paris. Prince Louis is the first child for Prince Jean-Christophe Napoléon and Princess Olympia. The arrival of Prince Louis secures the continuity of the Bonaparte dynasty for another generation.
what are the most significant events in Princess Olympia Napoléon’s life
As we celebrate Princess Olympia Napoléon’s 35th birthday, we are reminded of her remarkable journey and the significant role she plays in the Bonaparte dynasty. Born in Munich, Germany, she is the third daughter of Count Riprand of Arco-Zinneberg and Archduchess Maria Beatrix of Austria. Her family’s diverse background, with ties to Germany, the United States, and Austria, has undoubtedly shaped her unique perspective and experiences. Princess Olympia’s educational journey has been marked by her passion for learning and her interest in the arts. She graduated from Yale University with a B.A. in Political Science and later earned a M.A. in Art History from Columbia University. Her academic achievements are complemented by her athletic prowess, having played hockey at both Yale and Columbia. As she enters this new chapter in her life, Princess Olympia’s dedication to her family and her heritage is evident, as seen in the birth of her son, Prince Louis Charles Riprand Victor Jérôme Marie Napoleon, in 2022.
As Princess Olympia Napoléon continues to navigate her role in the Bonaparte dynasty, we wish her all the best on her special day. Her commitment to her family and her heritage is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Bonaparte family. We are grateful for the opportunity to share her story and celebrate her remarkable journey. As we look to the future, we are reminded of the importance of preserving the rich history and cultural heritage that Princess Olympia Napoléon embodies. We hope that her story will continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. Happy 35th birthday, Princess Olympia Napoléon! May your day be filled with joy, love, and celebration of your remarkable life.
