| Date | 9 April 1896 |
|---|---|
| Status | Olympic |
| Location | Panathinaiko Stadio, Athina |
| Participants | 15 from 5 countries |
There were 15 known competitors, but at least six other entrants are known. Some older sources list placements down to fifth, but no 1896 source lists any places winners after second. Louis Zutter won three medals in gymnastics in 1896 but this was his only gold medal. Hermann Weingärtner was the most successful athlete in any sport in Athina in 1896, winning six medals, with three golds.