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Polpo Plage 2026: a beachfront terrace and boats on the Seine in Levallois

Polpo Plage is coming to Levallois-Perret for summer 2026, inviting you to put your feet in the sand along the Seine, with a Fever-Tree–designed bar, bonfire nights, and rides on permit-free electric boats.

Terre Terre, the farm-guinguette that sits on the banks of the Canal Saint-Denis in Aubervilliers (93)

In Aubervilliers (93), Terre Terre is a participatory urban farm of 3,000 m2 along the Canal Saint-Denis. Year-round offerings include: a vegetable garden, a nursery, volunteering, a micro-market, workshops, and even a guinguette!

Le 6B, the creative hub awakening Saint-Denis (93) with exhibitions, concerts and open-air events

In Saint-Denis (93), Le 6B is transforming a former office building into a hub for creation and dissemination. Exhibitions, concerts, workshops, residencies, open-air events and happenings pace this cultural wasteland on the doorstep of Paris.

Plat/form, a cultural and festive terrace with a riverside bistro by the Seine, back this spring–summer 2026.

Plat/Form is the temporary hotspot you’ll find in Paris at the foot of the BNF. On the menu: a Seine riverside terrace, a food menu imagined by chef Romain Brechignac, weekend barbecues, and DJ sets.

Towpath - Lil'Ô, a nature-filled patch to discover on Île-Saint-Denis (93)

Just a stone’s throw from Saint-Denis (93), on Île-Saint-Denis, the Halage association has transformed a former industrial wasteland into an ecological and social hub: Lil’Ô. The program includes: tours, biodiversity, composting, local flowers, and citizen projects.

Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bras Marie swimming area in the 4th arrondissement

Swimming for all in the Seine is now a reality! Among the spots that let you swim in central Paris, the Bras Marie swimming site stands out, now located at the foot of the Pont Louis-Philippe. Free to access, the site lets you swim in the Parisian river while admiring the historic heart of the capital.

Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bercy site, in the 12th arrondissement.

This summer, once again, the public will be able to swim in the Seine in Paris! Among the bathing sites, the Bercy site in the 12th arrondissement of the capital will open on July 4, 2026.

Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bras de Grenelle, in the 15th arrondissement

Summer 2026 marks the much-anticipated return of swimming in the Seine, with Paris once again shifting into sun-soaked, swim-ready mode from July 4, 2026 through the end of summer. Notably, the Bras de Grenelle swimming area stands out as the refreshing hotspot in the 15th arrondissement.

Immersive detective dinner in Paris: board the La Dame de Canton in June 2026

La Dame de Canton hosts La Dame Secrète, an immersive mystery dinner on the Seine featuring a cocktail reception, dinner, and a puzzle to solve, on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

A gourmet and romantic cruise on the Seine aboard the Diamant Bleu (+ promo code)

An elegant boat, gastronomy, and breathtaking panorama, this unique experience invites you to savor refined dishes while admiring Paris's most illuminated landmarks. Enjoy 10% off your dinner cruise aboard the Diamant Bleu! (link in the article)

The guinguettes on the Marne banks, the festive saga of these legendary spots

Accordion, checkered tablecloths, popular dances and lunches by the water... The guinguettes along the Marne are among Île-de-France’s most emblematic heritage. Born in the 19th century, they continue to make the banks of the Marne and the Seine come alive in a friendly, timeless atmosphere.

Noti Plage: the summer’s must-visit hotspot makes a comeback at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

Diving into May 1, 2026, Noti Plage returns in force along the Seine for a third season that’s already shaping up to be unmissable. Meet at the Quai de Suffren, facing the iconic Eiffel Tower, to sip a cocktail, savor tapas, share boards with friends, and vibe to House DJ sets until 2 a.m.!

The Barley Sugar Museum, the sweet story of a confection born in Moret-sur-Loing (77)

In Moret-sur-Loing, a small confectionery tells several centuries of French indulgence. From production secrets to childhood memories, the barley-sugar museum transports visitors into the sweet world of one of Île-de-France’s oldest specialties.

Festive cruises featuring hip-hop and R&B music sail along the Seine in Paris.

A new festive rendezvous awaits Parisians along the capital’s waterways. New Classics is the cruise that promises to bring the energy with hip-hop and R&B, offering views of Paris’s most beautiful monuments before the party continues on shore until 1 a.m.

3615 Croisière, the old-school riverboat with a dance floor in Paris every spring and summer.

Le 3615, the old-school bar that takes us back to the spirit of the 80's to 2010's, returns this spring-summer with an unusual cruise that's sure to bring back fond memories. The program includes arcade terminals, a dancefloor, karaoke, cocktails and goodies, all to the rhythm of the hits that have left their mark on us.

Nanna : the cosy literary barge with a library and a bar at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral

A literary barge, Nanna, has moored at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. An ideal spot on the banks of the Seine to read a few books, attend events, and enjoy a drink!

A narrated, bucolic cruise along the Marne, paired with chocolate tasting? It does exist!

In Seine-et-Marine, the Choco Cruise on the Marne offers a delightfully original escape that combines a river stroll, chocolate tastings, and a tour of the Marne’s bucolic landscapes. A quirky, gourmet experience perfect for family outings, gatherings with friends, or a romantic getaway.

Foil in Paris: glide along the Seine while testing the eFoil this summer at an urban marina in the 16th arrondissement.

This summer, the Seine becomes a launchpad for a new glide experience. In the heart of a marina in the 16th arrondissement, Foil in Paris invites you to master the eFoil, the electric board that can rise above the water. A sporty, stylish interlude, with a lounge area featuring a floating pool and a cocktail bar, along the riverfront.

The riverside guinguette at La Pointe Sauvage on the banks of the Marne in Seine-et-Marne has opened its doors.

La guinguette of La Pointe Sauvage lands on the banks of the Marne in Vaires-sur-Marne, Seine-et-Marne, for a summer season that looks set to be convivial. Concerts, grilled fare, crepes and good spirits are on the menu from May 6 to September 2026 (and maybe beyond if the vibes—and the weather—cooperate).

The loveliest terraces at Fitz Group restaurants to soak up the sunny days in Paris

May is here, and with it the irresistible urge to enjoy terraces at the first hint of sun. Good news: the Fitz Group’s terraces are open. Five spots ready for sunny lunches, lingering breaks, and open-air dinners.