When the thermometer goes wild, there’s only one impulse: find a splash of cool water without necessarily heading to the sea. Good news, swimming is the standout activity of the bathing during the summer holidays, and Seine-Saint-Denis (93) has nothing to envy its Île-de-France neighbors on this front. From ephemeral urban beaches to mega leisure hubs, via the inflatable courses and other outdoor pools, the department is rolling out a lovely lineup of spots to cool off this summer 2026, most often free and a stone’s throw from public transport. We’ve marked out for you the addresses where you can lay down your towel.
The real surprise of the season is the arrival of open-water swimming in 93. In Neuilly-sur-Marne, the natural site Rives de Neuilly opens a supervised swimming zone from July 4 to August 30, 2026, riding the wave of momentum sparked in Paris and Île-de-France by the Games legacy. The department thus steps into the realm of nature-filled sites, long limited to the Marne on the Val-de-Marne side. And for those who prefer sand and water games, the 93’s ephemeral beaches will be taking over throughout the summer.
From ephemeral basins to the The Canal Summer, ephemeral urban beaches with pools and toddler pools, there’s plenty to choose from… And what if we went for a dip in Seine-Saint-Denis?
What to do with children in Seine-Saint-Denis? Our favorite family outings in the 93
From the must-see Basilica of Saint-Denis, where the Queens and Kings of France are laid to rest, to the Air and Space Museum, via the bucolic Parc de la Poudrerie, the Seine-Saint-Denis département is a treasure trove of little nuggets to discover with the whole family and the kids: why not take a trip? [Read more]
Saint-Ouen’s Summer 2026: free activities, open-air cinema and a Brazilian guinguette in Saint-Ouen
From Saturday, July 4 to Sunday, August 23, 2026, the city of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine is staging Été Audonien, a major summer festival featuring free activities and special evenings, designed to make you feel like you’re on vacation without leaving the city. [Read more]
Baignade dans la Marne : Les Rives de Neuilly ouvre à Neuilly-sur-Marne en Seine-Saint-Denis
Swimming in the Marne is making a comeback in Seine-Saint-Denis with the opening of the Les Rives de Paris site in Neuilly-sur-Marne, a supervised natural swimming area that will be open from July 4 to August 30, 2026. We’ve got all the details. [Read more]
Clichy Beach 2026: Free activities and swimming for everyone in Clichy-sous-Bois (93)
From July 18 to August 9, 2026, Clichy Plage is back for a 2026 edition. What's on the program? A water-play platform, outdoor cinema and a host of free activities. [Read more]
Beach Mesnil: a free beach and aquatic activities in Blanc-Mesnil (93) this summer
Each summer, Beach Mesnil transforms a park in Blanc-Mesnil into an urban beach, complete with a pool, water-play zones, activities and relaxing areas so families can enjoy summer fun without leaving the city. [Read more]
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? [Read more]
Center Aquatique Les Nymphéas: swimming pool, slide, wave pool and wellness in Noisy-le-Grand (93)
In Seine-Saint-Denis, enjoy a 100% aquatic family day at Les Nymphéas, the Noisy-le-Grand swimming pool, with a host of fun activities from the wave pool to the 60-meter slide and salt grotto. [Read more]
The Corniche des Forts leisure park (93), the leisure island to discover in Seine-Saint-Denis
The Corniche des Forts leisure park in Seine-Saint-Denis offers a wide range of activities all year round. A beautiful 30-hectare green space to relax and take a breath of fresh air, for a successful day out with family or friends. [Read more]
The Murs à Pêches swimming pool in Montreuil: an ecological facility with waterslides
The Murs à Pêches swimming pool in Montreuil is a must-see for swimmers in search of good swimming spots. Located on the outskirts of Paris, it features a large indoor pool, an outdoor pool for sunny days and, as an added bonus, family-friendly slides! [Read more]
What to do with children in Seine-Saint-Denis? Our favorite family outings in the 93
