Splashing Around in the Seine: Paris to Offer Three Swim Spots in July 2025
Enjoying a Dip in the Seine: Paris Offers Three Swimming Spots in July - Enjoying a Dip in the Seine: Paris Offers Three Swimming Locations in July
Get ready Parisians and tourists alike, as the city prepares to cool off in the Seine this summer! Following the success of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Anne Hidalgo, the city's Mayor, has announced the introduction of three supervised swimming spots in the city, starting July 5, 2025.
For years, Hidalgo has been advocating for the re-opening of Paris's beloved waterway for swimming, and she was one of the first to take a dip in the Seine last year. Despite the occasional suspension of swimming activities due to strong currents or poor water quality after rain, these spots will be tested daily to ensure the best conditions.
You might remember the challenges faced during the Olympic Games, as several competitions were postponed due to water contamination following heavy rain. However, significant strides have been made to clean up the Seine, costing an estimated 1.4 billion euros since the Olympics. Now, around 23,000 Parisian households no longer discharge their wastewater directly into the Seine or Marne, and 2,000 additional households have been connected to the sewage system.
Remember the old days when floating bathhouses dotted the Seine, and swimming competitions were held during the Summer Olympics in 1900? Well, since then, swimming in the Seine has been prohibited in Paris since 1923. But now that the river is cleaner and safer, it's time to dive right in!
In the Heart of the City
The city will provide three main swimming locations: Bercy, Bras Marie, and Grenelle.
- Bercy, the largest of the sites, will accommodate up to 700 people, with two pools measuring 67 and 35 meters in length. Safety measures include pontoons, a guardrail, and extended operating hours from 11 am to 9 pm every day.
- Bras Marie, nestled in the heart of the action, will be the second site, providing a refreshing respite.
- Grenelle, in the city's west, will invite you to splash around.
In addition to these three sites, swimming areas will be available at the Canal Saint-Martin and the Bassin de la Villette, offering a total of five free bathing sites in Paris this summer.
Safety First
Each swimming area will be demarcated with pontoons and buoys. Supervision will be stringent, ensuring swimmers stick to designated areas.
Caring for Our Environment
With the opening of the swimming spots, Paris continues to prioritize environmental improvements and enhance the quality of life for its residents and visitors. This initiative is part of Paris' broader ecological aspirations. As Paris heats up this summer, why not swim a lap in the Seine and cool off, all while enjoying the beauty of the city? Get ready to make a splash!
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When the summer of 2025 arrives, Anne Hidalgo, the city's Mayor of Paris, invites citizens and tourists to engage in outdoor-lifestyle activities, enjoying the newly established swimming spots along the Seine. The cleaning operations after the 2024 Olympics have significantly improved the water quality, allowing for safe swimming starting July 5, 2025. In the heart of the city, three main swimming locations – Bercy, Bras Marie, and Grenelle – will be prepared, with additional areas at the Canal Saint-Martin and the Bassin de la Villette, catering to a total of five free bathing sites in Paris. Prioritizing safety and the environment, pontoons, buoys, and supervision will be provided, while Paris continues to invest in enhancing the quality of life for its residents and visitors.
