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Nage ta Seine 2024: buoy race and swimming in the Seine at Parc de l'Ile Saint-Denis (93)

On Sunday, July 7, 2024, just a few days before the start of the Paris Olympic Games, the very first edition of Nage ta Seine takes place, a swimming event... In the Seine.

Open Swim Stars 2024, swimming across Paris at the Bassin de la Villette

The swim across Paris returns for another edition on June 15 and 16, 2024, with the Open Swim Stars race. The program features 7 sensational open-water events in the Bassin de la Villette and the Canal de l'Ourcq!

The Olympic Aquatic Centre (93), an Olympic legacy opposite the Stade de France

After many months of work, the Olympic Aquatic Center rose from the ground in 2024. One of the only venues specially built for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it will enable residents of the département to enjoy facilities dedicated to swimming.

Paris to host the European Swimming Championships in 2026!

In April 2023, France submitted its bid to host the European Swimming Championships in 2026. This Wednesday, January 24, the French Swimming Federation announced that the event would be held in Paris in two years' time!

Aquaboulevard: the water park now offers water sports classes for everyone

Aquaboulevard, Europe's largest urban water park, is diversifying its range of activities this September, with a host of swimming courses and disciplines available in the park's pools. An opportunity to combine relaxation, sport and swimming in a single session!

Swimming: where to practice and train for aquatic sports in Paris and the Ile-de-France region?

Most often, it's a sport you discover as a child, or in PE lessons at school: swimming is the sport practiced by everyone and for everyone, with courses ranging from baby swimmers to seniors.

Paris 2024 Olympics: everything you need to know about swimming, its rules, history, records

It's one of the most watched disciplines at the Summer Olympics: swimming is the water sport of all records. At the Paris Olympics in 2024, the competition will take place at Paris La Défense Arena.

EDF Aqua Challenge 2023: the open water swimming race returns to the Bassin de la Villette

On September 16 and 17, 2023, the EDF Aqua Challenge will take place at the Bassin de La Villette in Paris. An excellent opportunity for the French Swimming Federation to promote aquatic activities in the capital's natural environment. The races are open to all!

Swimming: Frenchman Léon Marchand wins three world championships, one year ahead of the Olympic Games

A real achievement for Léon Marchand, a young man of just 21, crowned world champion three times during the World Swimming Championships, in the 200m and 400m 4-swim, as well as the 200m butterfly. A bright hope just one year away from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

1,2,3, Nagez! free swimming lessons for children in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Would you like to teach your child to swim from an early age? As part of the "1,2,3, Nagez!" program, free swimming lessons are offered in the Paris region at several pools and mobile pools, all summer long!

Nage ton canal 2023: open water and buoy races on the Ourcq Canal

Feel like taking a dip in the Ourcq Canal this Saturday, August 26, 2023? Then head for Pantin for the latest edition of "Nage ton Canal", Seine-Saint-Denis' famous open-water race!

Giant Open, the new international swimming meeting comes to Saint-Germain-en-Laye

200 French and international swimmers will meet you on March 18 and 19, 2023 at the Dôme Saint-Germain-en-Laye, for a brand new exceptional competition!

Fun sport: learn to be a mermaid during diving classes in Paris and Ile-de-France

Have you always dreamt of becoming a mermaid? In Paris and Ile-de-France, diving schools provide lessons to learn how to swim with a monofin, a mermaid or a merman tail.

Paris Olympics: here is the detailed 2024 Olympics schedule per event

In two years, Paris will live to the rhythm of the Olympics and Paralympics. A bargain for sport lovers who will attend intense and unique competitions. From Wednesday July 24 to Sunday August 11, you will enjoy thirty-two sports for 2024 Paris Olympics. While we wait to experience the Olympics live, here is the detailed Olympic schedule per event.

Paris International Tournament 2020: dates and program

The 16th edition of the Paris International Tournament held by the Gay and Lesbian Sport Federation (FSGL) and its partnerships is coming to Paris from May 29 to 31, 2020. An unmissable event promoting tolerance and integration with sport.