Swimming in the Seine has resumed in Paris with three free and supervised sites.

The French capital is reviving swimming in the Seine for the summer season. Three free, supervised swimming areas have recently opened to the public, welcoming both residents and visitors. This initiative marks the return of a practice abandoned for over a century due to health concerns, a practice that has resurfaced following the improvements made for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Three supervised areas open free of charge

The three designated swimming areas allow for safe swimming under the watchful eye of lifeguards. Access remains completely free for everyone. Water quality is regularly monitored to ensure swimming conditions meet health standards. This initiative reflects the municipality's commitment to reclaiming the river as a place for leisure and relaxation for residents.

A reconquest of the river after a century of prohibition

The reopening of these swimming areas in the Seine represents a major transformation in the way the Parisian river is used. It reflects the cleanup efforts undertaken in recent years to make the water safe for swimming once again. Parisians can now enjoy this opportunity throughout the summer, reviving a tradition that had disappeared from the urban landscape for several generations.