Where to swim in the Seine in Paris: the three bathing sites opened for Paris Plages

Swimming in the Seine? It's a subject that caused quite a stir during the Olympic Games. However, as promised by Anne Hidalgo, it will indeed be possible this summer. We take a look at what's in store and the various sites in Paris where you can take a dip. From July 5 to August 31, 2025, three free swimming areas will be accessible in the Seine as part of Paris Plages. Find out where they are.

Diving into the Seine as you once did will soon be a reality in Paris. After all, many people used to swim in the Seine. This summer, from July 5 to August31 , 2025, Paris Plages is changing its face, and will no longer be just beaches with misters, but free swimming areas open to all.

The project, the fruit of several years' work in connection with the Olympic Games, will enable Parisians and visitors alike to plunge into the river in safe, landscaped areas .

Which sites are open for swimming?

Baignade Bercy, in the 12th arrondissement

This is the most impressive of the 3. Located at the foot of theSimone-de-Beauvoirfootbridge , opposite the BnF. The Bercy site will feature two bathing basins , secured by lateral protection , to ensure harmonious cohabitation between bathers and rivernavigation . A vast quayside area will house all amenities - changing rooms, showers, toilets, reception point and first-aidstation - installed in specially adaptedcontainers , as well as a solarium-type beach for relaxing after a swim.

Located on either side of the Simone de Beauvoir footbridge and just below Parc de Bercy, the site will be able to accommodate up to 700 people simultaneously, including 300 in the swimmingareas (two 35 x 12.5 m and 67 x 11 m pools ). The solarium is accessible to people with reducedmobility , and the bathing area will be open daily from 11am to 9pm.

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Baignade Grenelle, close to the EiffelTower

Located opposite the Île aux Cygnes and just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, the Grenelle bathing area offers visitors a large space with pontoons equipped with a solarium and a safe pool for families and children, 40 to 60 cm deep . In the immediate vicinity , a supervised nautical base will offer free kayakinglessons , while quaysideservices (changing rooms, showers, toilets, reception and first-aid station ) will be provided in a woodedarea . The site, accessible to people with reducedmobility , will accommodate up to 200 people simultaneously, including 150 in the 60 x 20 mbathing area .

S wimming will be open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturday until 4:45 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., from 12:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Navigation will be interrupted on this branch of the Seine during bathinghours .

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Baignade bras Marie, bordering the Île Saint-Louis

In the heart of the capital, at the foot of the Pont de Sully and facing the Île Saint-Louis , this urban bathing site will offer swimmers a truly relaxingspace , with the immediate presence of Paris Plages on the Parc des Rives de Seine. Users will be able to take advantage of practical services such as lockers, seating, outdoor showers , a reception point and a first-aidpost , in a setting accessible to people with reducedmobility .

The bathingarea , measuring approximately 70 x 20 meters, will be able to accommodate up to 150 people simultaneously, and will be open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 11:30am, and on Sundays from 8:30am to 5:30pm. During these hours, navigation will be interrupted on this branch of the Seine to ensure usersafety .

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Added to these sites are the Canal Saint-Martin bathing area and the Bassin de la Villette. This makes a total of 5 free bathing sites in Paris this summer.

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How secureare the sites ?

Each bathing area will be delimited by pontoons and buoys, guaranteeing swimmers ' safety . At Bercy , a guardrail attached to ducs-d'Albe (steel marine structures ) will protect swimmers from boats. Swimming will be strictly supervised and authorized only in these supervisedareas .

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A lastingOlympic legacy ?

These sites are part of the City of Paris' desire to reconcile residents with their river, in line with the ecological ambition of the Paris 2024Games . By making the Seine swimmable, Paris joins other European metropolises that have succeeded in transforming their river into a leisure space . Stay tuned for further developments in water quality and the reception given to this historic initiative by Parisians.

This project marks a historic turning point for the capital, after more than a century of prohibition, made possible by a colossal investment of 1.4 billion euros as part of the bathing plan initiated in 2015.

Swimming in the Seine, made possible during the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games events, is now open to the general public. The three sites will offer supervised areas, demarcated by buoys, and equipped with access pontoons, changing rooms, showers and storage facilities. The much-improved water quality has been a priority for the authorities, enabling this safe return.

Each of these emblematic locations offers a different setting. At Bras Marie, bathers will enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Rives de Seine, already a favorite at Paris Plages. The Bras de Grenelle, between the Port de Grenelle and Ile aux Cygnes, offers a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower. Finally, the Bercy site, a stone's throw from the eponymous park, promises to be a refreshing spot for families and sports enthusiasts alike.

This revival marks a return to a centuries-old Parisian tradition. In the Belle Époque, floating baths attracted Parisians to the river. Today, the City of Paris is reviving this relationship with the Seine, while taking into account modern challenges: ecology, safety and cohabitation with river activities.

Whether you're an avid swimmer or simply looking for a refreshing change of scenery, these spaces promise a wonderful summer discovery right in the heart of Paris.

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