Swimming and beach guide

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.

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.

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.

Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande, the beach and free swimming in Yvelines

Discover the wonders of the Base de Loisirs des Étangs de Hollande in Les Bréviaires, in the heart of the Rambouillet forest. Fancy a beach and a swim in the green? Head for the Yvelines to sunbathe and relax in the heart of nature, in a completely renovated and redesigned base. Free swimming and an inflatable aquatic course now await you.

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.

Paris Plages 2025: six free swimming areas and a Brazilian atmosphere all summer long!

Paris Plages 2025 returns to sunbathe the capital from July 5 to August 31, for a 24th edition of swimming, relaxation and culture. Deckchairs, palm trees and swimsuits will be set up at six Parisian spots, with this year's edition under the Brazilian sun. Summer in Paris has never been so caliente ...

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.

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.

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...

Where to swim in Yvelines this summer 2025: beaches and aquatic centers in 78

Looking for the best beaches and swimming spots in Yvelines? We've put together a list of the best places in 78 to cool off this summer of 2025 .

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.

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.

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.