Did you know? Come summertime, Paris and the Ile-de-France region can take on a seaside resort feel. Yes, it's possible to swim for free in Paris during the summer season! When the weather's nice, there are plenty of good places to cool off - you just need to know where to put your feet up. So grab your swimsuits and let's embark on a discovery of the free swimming spots that await you in the Paris region. Whether you're looking to soak up the sun with friends or enjoy a day out with the family, here's everything you need to enjoy la dolce Vita from the City of Light.
So many good ideas to help you keep the change for a refreshing drink, an ice cream in Paris or simply save money while enjoying summer in Paris. So let's get to work on our ideas for free swimming pools and beaches in the Paris region. And to keep the momentum going, we've also compiled a list of all the free things to do in Paris and the Paris region this summer.
Free swimming in the Seine in Paris: the Bras Marie, opposite the Île Saint-Louis for summer 2025
Swimming in the Seine for all is now a reality! The Bras Marie, opposite the Île-Saint-Louis, is one of the spots where you can swim in the center of the capital. Accessible free of charge, this site allows us to swim in the famous Parisian river while admiring the historic heart of the capital. [Read more]
Where to swim in the Seine in Paris? The Bercy site, in the 12th arrondissement, for summer 2025
This summer, the general public will finally be able to swim in the Seine in Paris. Among the new bathing sites is Bercy, in the capital's 12th arrondissement. We tell you more about this free spot, which should refresh Parisians of all ages. [Read more]
A free swimming pool at the Poissonniers sports center in Paris this summer 2025
As summer heats up, it's time to make the most of Paris's ephemeral pools, free of charge. Let's go for a swim at the Centre Sportif des Poissonniers in the 18th arrondissement, from July 5 to August 17, 2025. [Read more]
Free swimming and summer entertainment at the Jules Noël sports village, Paris 14th arrondissement
From July 5 to August 17, 2025, enjoy a free swimming pool, sports activities and an open-air cinema evening at the Jules Noël sports village, Paris 14th. [Read more]
Where to swim in the Seine in Paris? Le Bras Grenelle, in the 15th arrondissement, for summer 2025
Summer 2025 marks the grand return of swimming in the Seine, a first in nearly a century! Thanks to the legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics, Paris goes into riverside mode from July 5 to August 31. And it's off to a great start with the Grenelle bathing area, a refreshing new spot in the 15th arrondissement! [Read more]
The Louis Lumière free open-air swimming pool in Paris for summer 2025
A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to refresh and entertain you. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 5 to August 31, 2025. [Read more]
The free Georges Carpentier open-air swimming pool returns to Paris for summer 2025
In the family of good summer deals in Paris, we note the free swimming pool at the Centre Sportif Geoges Carpentier in the 13th arrondissement. Once again this year, from July 5 to August 17, 2025, an open-air swimming pool open to all is set up for you to swim for free. [Read more]
The free Léo Lagrange swimming pool in the 12th arrondissement of Paris is back for summer 2025.
A free swimming pool for all in Paris in summer 2025? It exists, at the Léo Lagrange sports center in the 12th arrondissement. From July 5 to August 31, 2025, this sports center will be hosting a large, free outdoor pool for young and old alike. [Read more]
Free bathing on the Canal Saint-Martin returns for summer 2025
Free bathing in Paris's Canal Saint-Martin? It's possible again. Put on your swimsuit or shorts and cool off for free from July 5 to August 31, 2025. [Read more]
Paris Plages 2025's free swimming pools in the Bassin de la Villette: dates
Swimming at the Bassin de la Villette is back for Paris Plages, from July 5 to August 31, 2025! You can make the most of summer with 2 pools and 2 paddling pools of varying depths, set up in the Bassin de la Villette on the Quai de la Loire side. It's up to you to swim, in a relaxed or even rhythmic way, in a summer atmosphere, all free of charge. [Read more]
Plessis Plage 2025, summer activities with water games and swimming, at Plessis-Robinson (92)
Le Plessis Plage is back from Tuesday, July 15 to Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the Jardin de Robinson, to the delight of residents of Plessis-Robinson and beyond. Enjoy a refreshing swim with family and friends. [Read more]
Family tip: free water games at Parc des Chanteraines (92) this summer 2025
The Parc des Chanteraines, located between Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne, offers free water games for children and their parents all summer long. This verdant park on the banks of the Seine in Hauts-de-Seine (92) is the ideal place to cool off when the weather gets too hot. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
L'Eté audonien 2025: fill up on free events this summer at Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine
From Saturday, July 5 to Sunday, August 24, 2025, the town of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, in Seine-Saint-Denis, will be going into "summer" mode with a great program that will appeal to young and old alike: open-air cinema, popular dance, swimming pool and water games, urban beach... [Read more]
La Courneuve Plage 2025: Parc de la Liberté transformed into a swimming spot celebrates its 20th anniversary
This summer, La Courneuve's Parc de la Liberté becomes a swimming area for La Courneuve Plage 2025. For almost a month, young and old alike can enjoy the pools, entertainment and sporting and cultural activities in a vacation atmosphere! [Read more]
Clichy Plage 2025: the summer program with swimming this summer in Clichy-sous-Bois (93)
Clichy Plage returns this summer from July 19 to August 10, 2025 on the lawn of the Mairie de Clichy-sous-Bois. For the occasion, young and old alike can enjoy swimming, inflatable games, sports activities and other summer entertainment! [Read more]
Le Bel été 2025: the free summer programme of events at Parc Georges-Valbon
From July 9 to 27, 2025, the Parc Georges-Valbon promises you a great summer, with tons of free activities: concerts, sports initiations, an ephemeral beach... for the whole family! [Read more]
Swimming in the Val-de-Marne: the two sites in Joinville and Maisons-Alfort are now open
This summer, Val-de-Marne is relaunching open-water swimming with the first two sites in Maisons-Alfort and Joinville-le-Pont, a first since 1970. By 2026, fourteen zones will be accessible on the Marne and Seine rivers, supported by an ambitious environmental project in preparation for the 2024 Olympic Games. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Garges Plage 2025, the festival returns to the Fort de Stains leisure park in the summer of 2025
Join us at the Parc de loisirs du Fort de Stains from July 8 to July 21, 2024 for Garges Plage, the summer event not to be missed, with plenty of entertainment on the program. It's certain that young and old alike won't have time to get bored in Garges! [Read more]
Meaux Plage 2025: a summer beach with free swimming and entertainment in Meaux-les-Bains (77)
Meaux Plage is back in action from July 5 to August 24 2025, to the delight of young and old alike. What's on the agenda? Free swimming in the Marne River and a variety of activities for residents of Meaux and the surrounding area. [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]
Wam Park Rambouillet water park: activities and free swimming in Yvelines
We're off to discover the Étangs de Hollande leisure park, which is getting a facelift. Not only is access free, but a new inflatable water park, Water Games, has also been installed. Pedalos, canoes, paddles and fine sand also await you. All of which promises a lively summer swimming season. [Read more]
All that's left to do is get the towels and swimsuits ready! Happy swimming!
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Beaches, bathing and water games in Paris and the Ile-de-France region this summer 2025, our top tips
Where to splash about in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Beaches, swimming spots and water games: we've rounded up the best places to cool off this summer. [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]
Looking for an outdoor pool to cool off in and get a tan at the same time? We'll take you on a tour of outdoor pools in Paris and the Paris region. Here are just a few of the places to swim and sunbathe in the Paris region! [Read more]
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Leisure centres: sports and relaxation spots in the Paris Region in 2025
Piscines découvertes in Paris & Île-de-France, outdoor pools to swim in this summer
