US EditionWant to take a dip in Paris? River Seine reopens to public swimming for first time in a century
- For the first time in over a century, Parisians and tourists are getting ready to take a dip in the Seine River after a massive cleanup project made it suitable for swimming.
- Three new swimming sites on the Paris riverbank are set to open Saturday, including ones near Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.
- Paris Deputy Mayor Pierre Rabadan said water quality is tested daily to confirm it's safe to swim, with a green/red system indicating whether conditions are favorable.
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Paris reopens Seine River for public swimming
France's capital Paris reopened the Seine River to swimmers on Saturday for the first time in over a century. AFP news agency said dozens of swimmers were present for the opening at 8:00 a.m. (0600 UTC/GMT), diving into the water under the watchful eye of lifeguards. The move is part of the legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics and comes amid sweltering temperatures across Europe, including France's second-warmest June since records began. Where wil…
The Seine will reopen to public swimming for the first time in a century
The long-polluted waterway is finally opening up as a summertime swim spot; the city's authorities have given the green light for the public opening, with water quality results consistently in line with European regulations.
Anyone visiting Paris this summer looking to cool off can take a dip in the Seine. After more than a hundred years, swimming in the river is now permitted again. Swimming in the Seine had been banned since 1923: it was too polluted and too dangerous. But as of tomorrow, three swimming areas on the banks of the river will be open: at Notre-Dame, at the Eiffel Tower and at Porte de Bercy. Swimming is still prohibited outside of these locations. Th…
After Century-Long Ban, You Can Swim in the Seine
For the first time in over a century, Parisians and tourists are getting ready to take a dip in the Seine. Three new swimming sites on the Paris riverbank are set to open Saturday, including one close to Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral, another near the Eiffel Tower, and a third...
The 2024 Olympics gave a big boost to the cleaning of the French capital's river
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River Seine reopens for swimming in Paris after 100 years
PARIS, France – After more than a century, the River Seine is reopening for swimming, offering both locals and tourists the chance to take a dip. The long-polluted waterway has been cleaned up, thanks to a significant effort tied to…
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