Swimming and beach guide

Summer vacations 2025 at the Olympic Aquatic Centre: inflatables and swimming lessons

During the summer vacations, we're off to the pool, and not just any pool: the Olympic Aquatic Centre in Saint-Denis!

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.

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.

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.

Champigny Plage 2025: free swimming and entertainment in Champigny-sur-Marne (94)

During the summer vacations, Champigny-sur-Marne is pulling out all the stops to offer young and old alike a program worthy of the name. Are you ready?

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.

Houilles Plages 2025, the seaside resort where you can have fun and swim all summer long in Houilles (78)

From July 10 to August 24, 2025, the town of Houilles goes into "summer" mode, transforming the Gymnase Brondani into a veritable seaside resort, offering a variety of activities for young and old alike.

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. On the program? Free swimming in the Marne and a variety of activities.

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...

Fontenay Sous Soleil: open-air cinema and night-time swimming pool this summer in Fontenay-sous-Bois (94)

Fontenay-sous-Soleil is back from July 12 to August 2, 2025 to offer a festive summer accessible to all, with sports, cinema, relaxation and outdoor activities. At Parc des Epivans and Stade Merlen, the town transforms vacations at home into a true summer interlude.

Plage de L'Isle-Adam: France's largest river beach open for the summer

The beach at L'Isle-Adam in the Val-d'Oise, a veritable oasis near Paris, welcomes bathers and outdoor enthusiasts every day from June 28 to August 31. A veritable outdoor leisure base with a wide range of activities, this beach and its natural setting is a real treat to enjoy a sunny day.

Base et Île de loisirs des Boucles de Seine: beach, swimming and tree climbing in Yvelines (78)

Located in Moisson (78), the Boucles de Seine leisure park offers a myriad of summer activities from the beginning of April: beach, supervised swimming, accrobranche and much more.

Massy plage 2025: free summer vacation activities in Massy (91)

During the summer vacations, the town of Massy is transformed into a summer resort for Massy Plage 2025.

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.

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.

Wissous Plage 2025: the summer program with swimming and water games in Wissous (91)

This summer, Wissous is the place to be for the town's summer program, with a great spot to cool off and plenty of entertainment.

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.

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.

Un été pour tous 2025: free summer vacation activities in Dugny (93)

During the summer of 2025, the city of Dugny is offering a great summer program with activities and entertainment for all.

L'été au parc 2025: free shows and cinema under the stars in Bagnolet (93)

L'été au parc (ex Bajo Plage), Bagnolet's free beach is back from July 4 to 25, 2025, at the Josette et Maurice Audin park.