IN PICTURES: Seine reopens to first Paris swimmers after century-long ban
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IN PICTURES: Seine reopens to first Paris swimmers after century-long ban
"The seasonal opening of the Seine for swimming is seen as a key legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics, when a special cleanup was conducted for open water events."
"The swimming zones are equipped with changing rooms, showers, and beach-style furniture, providing space for 150 to 300 people to relax and enjoy the river."
The River Seine reopened for swimming on July 5, 2025, for the first time since 1923, as a key legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Several measures, including daily water testing and a swim test for bathers, were implemented for safety. Swimming zones at Pont Marie include changing rooms and beach-style furniture, accommodating 150 to 300 people. Despite excitement, officials cautioned swimmers about risks like strong currents and boat traffic, emphasizing that the Seine is still a dangerous environment.
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