Discover the beaches, swimming, and water games in Paris and Île-de-France to enjoy summer 2026. The sun is back, and with it, the urge to swim or simply to cool off. To satisfy your cravings for freshness, swimming, and sunbathing in Paris, Sortiraparis has ideas to help you find coolness in Paris and its surroundings, between the beach and misters.
In the heart of Paris and Île-de-France, summer 2026 brings a lineup of water-based activities. Nothing beats a quick swim or some water play to escape the urban heat, from June through September. Along the Seine, the Marne, the Oise, or the region’s canals, sites de baignade, jeux gonflables but also pataugeoires and brumisateurs, all help you beat the heat this season.
So, if you're eager to discover the Paris region with its seaside-town vibe, we're unveiling here a selection of refreshing outings for this summer in the capital and its surroundings. Stay tuned—the guide is updated as new announcements and discoveries come in, so be sure to check it regularly!
Beaches and swimming in Paris:
Open-air pools in Paris and Île-de-France: outdoor swimming options this summer
Swimming in an outdoor pool instantly changes the game for a swimming outing. So, to lounge and splash around all summer, here’s a selection of outdoor pools where you can take a plunge on sunny days. [Read more]
Paris Plages 2026: Six free places to swim in Paris
From July 4, 2026 until the end of summer, Paris Plages is making a big comeback, in a edition that spotlights the United States. We’ll take the chance to dip into the six swimming spots that are free to use for the occasion! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Family-friendly tip: an inflatable obstacle course is coming to Keller Pool every Wednesday during the holidays.
This summer, the Keller pool unveils its playful activities for the school holidays. Every Wednesday, a family-friendly activity will be offered. [Read more]
The swimming pool at Just Fontaine Stadium in the 17th arrondissement reopens for the summer of 2026.
From July 4 to August 16, 2026, the Just Fontaine Stadium in the 17th arrondissement of Paris will host a free summer swimming area. Implemented by the City of Paris, this temporary outdoor pool lets people swim all summer and take part in various sports and leisure activities. [Read more]
Free pool and open-air cinema, sports activities at the Jules Noël Sports Center in the 14th arrondissement.
From July 4 to August 16, 2026, enjoy free access to the Jules Noël Sports Center pool, open to everyone, along with sports or arts activities and an outdoor movie night in Paris’s 14th arrondissement. [Read more]
The Léo Lagrange free outdoor pool for Summer 2026 in Paris's 12th arrondissement
A free pool for everyone this summer 2026 in Paris? Throughout the summer period, many public swimming spots will be open to the public, notably at the heart of the Léo Lagrange sports center in the 12th arrondissement, from July 4 to August 30, 2026. [Read more]
Outdoor pool and free sports activities in the 20th arrondissement for Summer 2026
The free swimming pool in the 20th arrondissement of Paris is back this summer, from July 4 to August 30, 2026, offering a wide range of sports activities. A refreshing outdoor option at the Louis Lumière Sports Center, on the Bagnolet side. [Read more]
Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go
Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. [Read more]
Swimming at Canal Saint-Martin opens for the summer.
Swimming opens free to the Récollets basin in Paris’ 10th arrondissement, starting this Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The city will permit supervised swims in the Canal Saint-Martin during every heatwave this summer. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
The Jardin d'Acclimatation's paddling pool and beach, the perfect place to cool off!
In summer, from May to September (weather permitting), the Jardin d'Acclimatation transforms itself into a fun-filled seaside resort. Come and enjoy the joys of water and relaxation in the heart of Paris. Children and adults alike will find plenty of deckchairs to relax on. [Read more]
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! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Beaches in the Paris Region:
There's plenty to do in the Paris Region, so Parisians can get away from it all without leaving the region! Information updated regularly.
Val de Seine leisure island: swimming is open daily in Yvelines
The Val de Seine leisure island reopens its supervised lake in Verneuil-sur-Seine, in the Yvelines. Swimming is now allowed daily until August 30, 2026, alongside the beach, pedal boats, mini-golf, and the nautical center. [Read more]
Seine Commune 2026: a watersports center, swimming and free activities on Île-Saint-Denis (93)
With Seine Commune, the City of L'Île-Saint-Denis is turning the banks of the Seine into a summertime hub for leisure and social life. The event runs from July 8 to August 1, 2026 at the nautical base of the riverfront eco-district, a waterfront site that regularly hosts boating and water-sports activities. The program welcomes both residents and passing visitors. [Read more]
Heatwave: Swimming allowed in Pantin on the Ourcq Canal this weekend
A new swimming area opens to beat the heat, only for this weekend from July 10 to 12, 2026. Head to Pantin to cool off in the Ourcq Canal! [Read more]
The Diderot Park pool in Pantin (93): free swimming all summer
From June 15 to August 31, 2026, the town of Pantin reopens its seasonal swimming pool in Diderot Park. A refreshing oasis where you can swim for hours during the summer holidays, and all for free. [Read more]
Swimming in the Marne at Maisons-Alfort, Val-de-Marne, for Summer 2026
Swimming in the Marne makes a grand comeback in Maisons-Alfort, Val-de-Marne: the site laid out at the foot of the Charentonneau footbridge has reopened its pools until the end of August 2026. We tested it and here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
La plage et baignade de Joinville-le-Pont dans le Val-de-Marne pour se rafraîchir
Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area in Val-de-Marne to beat the heat
Swimming in the Marne returns this summer to Joinville-le-Pont in the Val-de-Marne: the beach laid out on the marina’s sandbank has reopened its pools until August 31, 2026. Now is the time to enjoy it. [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]
Hollande Ponds: the free riverside guinguette beach with no swimming in Yvelines has reopened.
The Étangs de Hollande beach reopens this Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Yvelines (78), after several days of closure caused by storms. We set out to explore the site, from hot sand to deck chairs, inflatable castles, a guinguette, and a free sunset concert that await you through August 30, 2026. [Read more]
Swimming in the Marne: La Rive de Neuilly opens with a free inauguration
Swimming in the Marne makes a comeback in Neuilly-sur-Marne (Seine-Saint-Denis) with La Rive de Neuilly, a monitored natural area that the town will open to the public free of charge on Saturday, July 4, 2026, and will stay open through August 30, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know. [Read more]
Sannois Beach: water games, sports, and free activities this summer 2026 in the Val-d'Oise
Throughout July, the town of Sannois transforms into a free-leisure hub, with water play areas and sports facilities, giving this corner of the Val d’Oise a holiday vibe. A wide array of activities for the whole family awaits you this summer! [Read more]
Massy Beach 2026: sports, swimming and relaxation throughout the month of July
During the summer holidays, the town of Massy transforms into a seaside resort for Massy Plage 2026: from July 6 to 30, enjoy free, seasonal activities for family fun and the feeling of being on vacation without leaving the region. [Read more]
Palaiseau Beach 2026: carnival, outdoor cinema and free activities for the holidays
From June 27 to July 13, 2026, head to Palaiseau for the opening of its pop-up seaside resort. On the menu: swimming, a carnival, and free activities! [Read more]
Janvry Beach 2026 in a charming village in Essonne
Janvry Plage lays out its fine sand, its palm trees, and its large pool in the heart of a village in Essonne, in the Chevreuse Valley. This summer oasis in the countryside reopens from June 27, 2026, for over two months of relaxation. [Read more]
L'Isle-Adam Beach: France's biggest river beach opens for summer 2026
The L'Isle-Adam beach, the largest river beach in France, reopens its pools in Val-d'Oise for summer 2026. On the banks of the Oise, this expansive seaside complex has welcomed swimmers on weekends since June 6, and will be open daily from July 1 to August 31. [Read more]
Meaux Beach 2026: the summer seaside with swimming and activities at Meaux-les-Bains (77)
Meaux Plage transforms the banks of the Marne into a true seaside resort each summer, with supervised swimming and activities at Meaux-les-Bains in Seine-et-Marne. Mark your calendars for July 5 to August 23, 2026, for a moment with your feet in the sand. Free for residents of the metropolitan area, it’s the smart way to feel on vacation without traveling far this summer. We’ve got all the details. [Read more]
Free swimming in Val-de-Marne: Jardin du Beach opens its doors.
Free swimming in the Marne is making a comeback in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés: the Jardin du Beach, set along the water at La Varenne, will welcome swimmers from June 20 to July 19, 2026, with no reservation required, in a supervised and secure pool. [Read more]
Champigny Beach 2026: free swimming in the Marne and its activities
Swimming in the Marne makes its grand return to Champigny-sur-Marne with Champigny Plage 2026, from July 4 to 19, 2026. On the agenda for this 21st free edition: a beach, an designated swimming zone, concerts, games, and a guinguette vibe by the water. [Read more]
Clamart Beach 2026: water games, swimming and activities all summer long in Clamart
From July 18 to August 9, 2026, Clamart Beach reopens its doors, letting you feel like you’re on vacation without leaving Hauts-de-Seine. The lineup includes a pool, water games, and activities for everyone. [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]
The Ile de loisirs de Créteil (94), the perfect spot for a day of swimming in the open air
The Base de loisirs de Créteil in the Val-de-Marne region of France welcomes you for a relaxing day out with the whole family. With its nautical base, wave pool, Maison de la Nature and accrobranche, it's the ideal setting for a day's outdoor fun! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
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! [Read more]
Project X, the aquapark with XXL slides in Cergy-Pontoise (95)
Craving thrills at a gorgeous aquatic spot? Then head to the Aquapark on the Île de Loisirs de Cergy-Pontoise, the Projet X Park. What’s on the menu? Giant slides, free-fall jumps, and a particularly playful inflatable obstacle course. [Read more]
Hot-weather tip: free water games at Parc des Chanteraines (92), every summer.
At Parc des Chanteraines, we make the most of the free water play areas every summer, right in the park that spans Villeneuve-la-Garenne and Gennevilliers. Grab your swimsuit, we’re off to cool off! [Read more]
Buthiers, the leisure island with swimming and sporting activities in the Fontainebleau Forest
A tree-top adventure course, a swimming complex, a multi-sport space, a mountain-bike trail... The Buthiers leisure base stands as one of the region’s most complete facilities in Seine-et-Marne: perfect for a family outing or a get-together with friends on sunny days. [Read more]
Etampes (91): the leisure island with a pool, a toboggan run and a treetop adventure park.
Want a day out in the great outdoors? Head to the Île de Loisirs d'Étampes to enjoy mini-golf, the pony club, the treetop adventure course, and the big zip lines... In short, for a sporty yet playful outing, it's a family trip! [Read more]
The Boucles de Seine leisure island (78): swimming, beach, treetop adventures, and water sports
Near Moisson, in the Yvelines department, the leisure island offers a beautiful beach where you can swim all summer long. There, you’ll also find a wide range of sports and nautical activities, plus a treetop adventure course to discover. [Read more]
Baignade, plage, sports nautiques et accrobranche à l'île de loisirs Jablines-Annet (77)
Swimming, beach, water sports and treetop adventure at Jablines-Annet recreation island (77)
Unmissable in the Île-de-France region, the leisure islands are the go-to choice for enjoying the warmer days. Blending a beach, a swimming area and a large nautical center, the Jablines-Annet leisure island is not to be missed in Seine-et-Marne! [Read more]
Bois-le-Roi leisure center (77): free swimming and year-round sports activities.
Just a stone’s throw from the Fontainebleau forest, the Bois-le-Roi leisure complex is best known for its free swimming spot. Throughout the year, it’s also the go-to place to practice a wide range of outdoor sports. [Read more]
Center aquatique Olympique Laure et Florent Manaudou: pools and slides in Colombes (92)
Closed for several years, the Centre Aquatique Olympique Laure et Florent Manaudou, the Colombes swimming pool, is now a delight for families, with its Olympic-size pool, outdoor Nordic pool, slides and other games for children. [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 Huttopia Rambouillet swimming pool
Why not treat yourself to a camping weekend? Discover the all-natural swimming pool at Camping Huttopia in Rambouillet, ideal for the whole family! Chlorine-free and environmentally friendly, it's ideal for children's sensitive skin. The open-air pool is open from April 26 to September 22, 2024. [Read more]
Varennes-sur-Seine leisure park, for a day of thrills and spills in Seine-et-Marne
The Varennes-sur-Seine leisure park, also known as the "Poséidon", is located in the Seine-et-Marne département: what's on the agenda? Thrills and spills for all the family and friends! Reopening at the end of April, after winter closure. [Read more]
Calicéo Saint-Cyr l'Ecole: we tested the SPA aquatic fitness center in Yvelines
Calicéo Versailles - Saint-Cyr l'Ecole opens its doors on September 16, 2023 in Saint-Cyr-L'Ecole, near Versailles. A new oasis of well-being opens its doors. Imagine, on an impressive 5,000 m² surface, a wellness area that promises relaxation and revitalization thanks to state-of-the-art aquatic facilities, accessible almost around the clock. Beauty, massage and sport are all on the agenda. [Read more]
Cool off at the Petit Moulin des Vaux de Cernay
This spot, well known to the Yvelinois, is a veritable Paradise in summer. Although swimming isn't really allowed, it's the ideal place to take a dip and soak up the sun during a stroll or picnic. A cultural restaurant with terrace has recently been opened as a bonus. [Read more]
Castalia, the Maurepas aquatic and aqualudic center
Castalia is the name of the new aquatic center in Maurepas. More than just a swimming pool, this aqualudic center boasts no less than 5 state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly pools, a digital waterslide area, a playground, an open-air jacuzzi with sauna and a gigantic fitness area. We've tested it all, and here's the lowdown. [Read more]
Village Nature Paris, the "Center Parcs" near Disneyland Paris
Village Nature, the only Center Parcs in the Paris region, welcomes you just a few kilometers from Disneyland Paris. What can you find there, how does it work and what precautions are taken in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic? We tell you all about it. [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]
Hollande Ponds: the free riverside guinguette beach with no swimming in Yvelines has reopened.
The Étangs de Hollande beach reopens this Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Yvelines (78), after several days of closure caused by storms. We set out to explore the site, from hot sand to deck chairs, inflatable castles, a guinguette, and a free sunset concert that await you through August 30, 2026. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Janvry Beach 2026 in a charming village in Essonne
Janvry Plage lays out its fine sand, its palm trees, and its large pool in the heart of a village in Essonne, in the Chevreuse Valley. This summer oasis in the countryside reopens from June 27, 2026, for over two months of relaxation. [Read more]
L'Isle-Adam Beach: France's biggest river beach opens for summer 2026
The L'Isle-Adam beach, the largest river beach in France, reopens its pools in Val-d'Oise for summer 2026. On the banks of the Oise, this expansive seaside complex has welcomed swimmers on weekends since June 6, and will be open daily from July 1 to August 31. [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]
The Boucles de Seine leisure island (78): swimming, beach, treetop adventures, and water sports
Near Moisson, in the Yvelines department, the leisure island offers a beautiful beach where you can swim all summer long. There, you’ll also find a wide range of sports and nautical activities, plus a treetop adventure course to discover. [Read more]
Paris Plages 2026: Free activities, sports and entertainment at the Parc des Rives de Seine all summer long
During the height of the summer holidays, Paris Plages is back for a 2026 edition, running from July 4 to August 30. The lineup includes a host of activities and entertainment for the whole family, plus reading zones and sun loungers. [Read more]
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). [Read more]
Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest: a guinguette on a barge on the banks of the Seine in Asnières
On the quays of Asnières-sur-Seine, Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest invites you to enjoy a festive, bucolic barge terrace, Thursday to Sunday, all year round. [Read more]
La Maison Louveciennes, the festive restaurant with terrace and summer beach on the banks of the Seine - 78
Bistronomy, summer beaches and festive evenings just 20 minutes from Paris: La Maison Louveciennes, a landmark in the Yvelines region, welcomes you every day to its enchanting waterside setting. [Read more]
La Plage Parisienne, the terrace restaurant for relaxing on the banks of the Seine
Fancy a terrace by the water? Let's head for La Plage Parisienne, this year-round restaurant and terrace on the banks of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement, quai de Javel. With its vintage decor, view of the water and our very own Statue of Liberty, and a few deckchairs, it's ready for the summer months. [Read more]
Free swims in Paris and Île-de-France:
Free pools and swims in Paris and Île-de-France for this summerIn short, it's all about having a good time, just like at the beach, but in Paris.
Summer 2026: inflatable obstacle-course water parks to check out in Paris and the surrounding area
As the sunny days return and the summer holidays kick in, it's the perfect moment to take a dip and have fun at water parks with inflatable obstacle courses in Paris and the Île-de-France region. Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen: off for a refreshing outing! [Read more]
How about a leisure park around Paris? These sports and leisure parks, which also include artificial beaches, are the ideal solution for sunbathing, picnicking and swimming just like at the seaside, with fun activities to boot. Parisians, here's a pleasant and inexpensive way to take a vacation close to the capital! [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From June 1, 2026 to September 13, 2026
Summer 2026: inflatable obstacle-course water parks to check out in Paris and the surrounding area
