Water sports guide

Wam Park 77: swimming, giant slides and water games in Fontainebleau

For a family splash or an adrenaline-pumping session with friends, head to Wam Park 77, the leisure and water-activities hub based in Fontainebleau.

My little wake park (77), water-ski tow installations and an inflatable obstacle course on the water

Over in Boissise-le-Roi, head to My Little Wake Park for wakeboarding sessions or to enjoy the water obstacle courses. Plan a visit on sunny days to cool off and soak up the sun with the family!

Family-friendly deal: Wing in Paris, a nautical festival at a fraction of the price

Saturday, May 30, 2026, a leisure center in the Yvelines department will host a major festival centered on water sports: at a bargain price, it’s a chance for families to learn sailing together!

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.

Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bassin de la Villette in the 19th arrondissement.

From July 4 to August 30, 2026, swimming reopens its doors to all budding swimmers at the Villette pools. Expect entertainment, sports activities, a nautical base and a splash pool: the lineup promises to be busy.

Paris Plages 2026: the free program all summer long at the Bassin de la Villette

For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette is back in service: from July 4 to August 30, 2026, it will host free activities for young and old, but above all, a charming swimming spot.

This nautical festival, offering boat rides, workshops and concerts, is back in the Yvelines in June 2026.

The Seine sets sail once more for Carrières-sur-Seine, for a festive stopover with the Nautical Festival, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Quai Charles-de-Gaulle, transformed into a genuine hub of activities.

Boat rental without a license for a bucolic cruise on the Marne, near Neuilly (93)

From April 18, 2026, the meetup is planned on the Neuilly-sur-Marne side for a boat ride not along the Seine but on the Marne, aboard a license-free boat you don’t need a license to operate.

The Canal Summer 2026: the must-attend summer festival along Paris's canals, dates & program

Summer on the Canal is Paris's quintessential summer event. And great news: this Parisian summer staple is back from June 27 to August 9, 2026. This edition features free workshops, street art, open-air cinema, and strolls along the canals.

Paddling the Canal 2026: Descending the Ourcq Canal by canoe, kayak or stand-up paddle this summer

L'Eté du Canal kicks off with a new edition of Canal en pagaies, this fun paddle down the Ourcq Canal, on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Are you ready to paddle 10 kilometers?

Canoe and kayak excursions around the historic Menier chocolate factory in Seine-et-Marne (77)

Feel like taking to the open sea? In the heart of the Marne Valley, the Torcy Canoe Kayak Association offers beautiful, bucolic river trips along the Marne in a verdant setting.

An unusual experience: try your hand at pedal paddling on the Marne at La Ferté-sous-Jouarre (77)

Pedal paddling? You read that right: and that's what the La Ferté-sous-Jouarre tourist office is offering at its leisure port on the Marne.

Le bassin du parc Diderot: free swimming, pedal-boating and paddle-boarding in August in Pantin (93)

From August 5 to 31, 2025, the Parc Diderot pool will once again welcome summer swimmers, as Pantin's free swimming spot, not forgetting the water park on Place de la Pointe.

Base nautique de Bougival (78): no-licence boats, playground and dance hall on the banks of the Seine

Want to cast off without leaving the region? In Bougival, in the Yvelines region (78), the Marin d'Eau Douce nautical base lets you sail electric boats, paddles and kayaks. On land, children can enjoy a harness-free net park and a zip-line, while the guinguette invites you to drop anchor for a gourmet break overlooking the Seine.

Île de Loisirs de Vaires-Torcy (77), the return of the bathing spot and its sports activities

The Île de Loisirs de Vaires-Torcy, a 350-hectare green setting, welcomes nature lovers all year round, just 30 minutes from Paris. A wide range of activities await you, from horseback riding to golf, not forgetting the beach for swimming and the water park.

The Île-Saint-Denis departmental park, for a green walk along the Seine River

With its 25 hectares of lush greenery, the Parc de l'Île-Saint-Denis offers a place to unwind, just a few kilometers from the capital. Immerse yourself in this little-known park, which has all the makings of a green interlude in the Paris region.

Parisian tip: boating in the Bois de Vincennes or the Bois de Boulogne

Looking for an original way out? Why not go boating in Paris! In the Bois de Vincennes and in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, it's possible to rent a boat to enjoy a good time in a beautiful green setting.

Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris

The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C.

Where to surf in Paris and Ile-de-France ? The rare spots where to find waves

From the Paris area, it's difficult to surf on very big waves, the capital being a few hours away from the sea. But some spots propose you to learn how to surf, thanks to static waves !

Île Fanac in Joinville-le-Pont: green walks, canoeing, rowing and a gourmet barge

In Joinville-le-Pont, enjoy a quiet interlude on Île Fanac, discovering the elegant houses with pontoons. On the program: a stroll in a beautiful green setting, canoeing and rowing on the Marne and other nuggets to discover.